Citizen Must Not Succumb To Uniformed Authority: Supreme Court Cancels Anticipatory Bail Of Three Police Officers

The Supreme Court cancelled anticipatory bail granted to three police officers accused of extorting a railway passenger, observing that unlawful conduct by law enforcers undermines public confidence in the justice system and warrants thorough investigation into allegations of abuse of official authority.

“Taking Things Very Lightly”: Supreme Court Slams Centre Over Inaction on Racial Discrimination Against North East Indians

The Supreme Court criticised the Centre for failing to hold regular meetings on issues faced by North East Indians and called its approach careless. The Court also raised concern over ongoing racial discrimination and lack of sensitivity, keeping the matter pending for strict compliance.

Manipur Violence Audio Case: Supreme Court of India Considers Taking Voice Sample of Former CM N Biren Singh

The Supreme Court is considering whether former Manipur CM N Biren Singh’s voice sample should be taken to verify an edited audio clip linked to the 2023 Manipur violence. The Court asked forensic experts what more is needed to confirm the authenticity of the recording.

Fraud By Some Landowners And Excess Compensation To A Few Cannot Justify Cancelling The Entire Land Acquisition Award: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court held that cancellation of a land acquisition award for fraud by some landowners does not invalidate awards of untainted owners, as Justices Sanjay Kumar and K Vinod Chandran restored compensation denied due to others’ alleged misconduct.

“How Did It Suddenly Migrate?”: Senior Advocate Slams Surprise Shift of Discoms–JSW Case in Supreme Court

Senior Advocate Shyam Divan flagged that the Discoms vs JSW case was shifted from the Supreme Court’s roster bench without explanation, raising serious concerns. The Court has now directed the matter to be listed before the appropriate bench in December.

Supreme Court Slams Cultural Bias: Kerala Students ‘Coerced’ To Speak Hindi, Ridiculed For Wearing Lungi In Delhi

The Supreme Court expressed strong concern after two Kerala students in Delhi were forced to speak Hindi and mocked for wearing a lungi, reminding that “we are one country.” The court said discrimination based on culture or language is “unacceptable.”

‘You Are Ineligible’: Supreme Court Rejects SSC Aspirant Vikas Patra, Flags Transparency Issues

The Supreme Court dismissed SSC aspirant Vikas Patra’s plea, firmly stating, “You are ineligible.” The Court also questioned SSC over refund delays and lack of transparency in candidate lists.

Supreme Court Slams Biased Probe, Orders Hindu-Muslim SIT to Reinvestigate 2023 Akola Riots

The Supreme Court directed Maharashtra to form a Special Investigation Team with Hindu and Muslim officers for the 2023 Akola riots probe. The bench said, “A person after donning the police uniform must rise above all kinds of biasness.”

Elgar Parishad-Maoist Links Case: CJI Gavai Agrees for Early Hearing of Surendra Gadling’s Bail Plea

Today, On 8th August, In the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, Chief Justice Gavai has agreed to an early hearing of advocate Surendra Gadling’s bail plea. The Supreme Court aims to expedite the process after repeated adjournments.

2016 Teacher Recruitment Scam| Supreme Court Dismissed Plea to Publish 22 Lakh OMR Sheets

In the 2016 teacher recruitment scam, the Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking the release of 22 lakh OMR sheets. Justice Sanjay Kumar’s Bench said such disclosure is not mandatory, creating uncertainty for disqualified teachers.