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    “Undergone Half The Sentence”: Supreme Court Suspends Life Term Of Catholic Priest Convicted For Raping Minor Edwin Pigarez, Grants Bail
    “Undergone Half The Sentence”: Supreme Court Suspends Life Term Of Catholic Priest Convicted For Raping Minor Edwin Pigarez, Grants Bail
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    “Undergone Half The Sentence”: Supreme Court Suspends Life Term Of Catholic Priest Convicted For Raping Minor Edwin Pigarez, Grants Bail

    The Supreme Court of India, in a bench led by CJI BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran, temporarily suspends the life imprisonment of Father Edwin Pigarez, convicted of raping a minor, noting he has already served nearly half of his sentence. Bail is granted pending appeals.

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    Air Pollution: Supreme Court Slams States, Directs CAQM & CPCB to Frame Action Plan Within 3 Weeks
    Air Pollution: Supreme Court Slams States, Directs CAQM & CPCB to Frame Action Plan Within 3 Weeks
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    Air Pollution: Supreme Court Slams States, Directs CAQM & CPCB to Frame Action Plan Within 3 Weeks

    Today, On 17th September, The Supreme Court slammed states over rising air pollution and directed CAQM, CPCB, and state boards to prepare an action plan within three weeks, stressing urgent steps as winter approaches when pollution levels rise sharply in NCR.

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    Supreme Court to Hear PIL Against Centre’s E20 Petrol Policy on September 1
    Supreme Court to Hear PIL Against Centre’s E20 Petrol Policy on September 1
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    Supreme Court to Hear PIL Against Centre’s E20 Petrol Policy on September 1

    The Supreme Court will hear a PIL on September 1 challenging the Centre’s E20 Petrol Policy mandating 20% ethanol blending in fuel. A bench led by CJI BR Gavai will examine concerns over vehicle safety and consumer impact.

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    Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against Naima Khatoon’s Appointment as AMU’s First Woman VC
    Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against Naima Khatoon’s Appointment as AMU’s First Woman VC
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    Supreme Court On AMU Vice-Chancellor Appointment: “Husband’s Participation in Wife’s Appointment Raises Doubts”

    Today, On 18th August, The Supreme Court raised concerns over the appointment of Naima Khatoon as AMU Vice-Chancellor, remarking, “Husband’s participation in wife’s appointment raises doubts,” stressing that decisions must not only be done properly but also be seen as proper.

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    Supreme Court Slams NHAI: 'Despite Paying Toll, Service Is Not Provided' at Paliyekkara Highway
    Supreme Court Slams NHAI: 'Despite Paying Toll, Service Is Not Provided' at Paliyekkara Highway
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    Supreme Court Slams NHAI: ‘Despite Paying Toll, Service Is Not Provided’ at Paliyekkara Highway

    The Supreme Court criticized NHAI for failing to maintain roads and provide proper services at the Paliyekkara toll plaza. Chief Justice B R Gavai highlighted that even ambulances are struggling due to poor road conditions.

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    BREAKING | BJP MLA Yatnal Defamation | "Fight Your Political Battles Outside, Not In Supreme Court": CJI Gavai Rejects Minister Shivananda Patil’s Plea
    BREAKING | BJP MLA Yatnal Defamation | "Fight Your Political Battles Outside, Not In Supreme Court": CJI Gavai Rejects Minister Shivananda Patil’s Plea
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    BREAKING | BJP MLA Yatnal Defamation | “Fight Your Political Battles Outside, Not In Supreme Court”: CJI Gavai Rejects Minister Shivananda Patil’s Plea

    Today, On 4th August, The Supreme Court, led by CJI Gavai, dismissed Karnataka Minister Shivananda Patil’s plea in the defamation case filed by BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal, saying, “Fight your political battles outside, not in Supreme Court.” The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal from Karnataka Minister Shivananda S Patil, contesting a Karnataka High Court […]

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    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Delhi High Court Rule Allowing Only Ex-Local Judges Senior Advocate Tag
    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Delhi High Court Rule Allowing Only Ex-Local Judges Senior Advocate Tag
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    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Delhi High Court Rule Allowing Only Ex-Local Judges Senior Advocate Tag

    Supreme Court upholds Delhi High Court rule barring retired judges from other states from applying for senior advocate status. CJI tells petitioner: “Why don’t you apply to the Supreme Court… In the Supreme Court, everybody can apply.”

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    Can Govt Fix 15-Year Limit for BS VI Petrol, 10 Years for Diesel Vehicles in NCR?: Supreme Court to Hear Plea on July 28
    Can Govt Fix 15-Year Limit for BS VI Petrol, 10 Years for Diesel Vehicles in NCR?: Supreme Court to Hear Plea on July 28
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    Can Govt Fix 15-Year Limit for BS VI Petrol, 10 Years for Diesel Vehicles in NCR?: Supreme Court to Hear Plea on July 28

    The Supreme Court will hear on July 28 a petition questioning if the government can fix a 15-year limit for BS VI petrol and 10 years for diesel vehicles in NCR, overriding previous pollution control directives.

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    Justice Prevails: Supreme Court Backs Advocate-on-Record After Split Verdict in Misconduct Case
    Justice Prevails: Supreme Court Backs Advocate-on-Record After Split Verdict in Misconduct Case
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    AOR Misconduct Case | Supreme Court Rules in Favour of Lawyers After Split Verdict: “Majesty of Law Lies Not in Punishing But Forgiving”

    Today, On 23rd July, In a misconduct case involving AoR P Soma Sundaram and another lawyer, the Supreme Court ruled in their favour after a split verdict. The Court observed, “Majesty of law lies not in punishing but forgiving.”

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    Dharmasthala Burial Row | "This Is A Gag Order": Supreme Court Refuses To Hear YouTube Channel’s Plea, Asks First Knock On Karnataka HC’s Door
    Dharmasthala Burial Row | "This Is A Gag Order": Supreme Court Refuses To Hear YouTube Channel’s Plea, Asks First Knock On Karnataka HC’s Door
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    CJI Gavai Refuses to Hear Ex-Bihar MLA’s Plea Over Bungalow Overstay: “One Should Not Hold On to Govt Accommodation Endlessly”

    Today, On 22nd July, CJI Gavai refuses to entertain ex-Bihar MLA’s plea against Rs.20 lakh rent for overstaying in a government bungalow. Observes, “One should not hold on to government accommodation endlessly,” stressing the need for accountability and fairness.

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