The Karnataka High Court held that religious institutions can claim compensation for a Mathadipati’s death in accidents. Expanding dependency scope, the court recognised institutions reliant on spiritual heads, affirming their role in administration and continuity beyond personal income considerations.
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a petition challenging the validity of the Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2025. The plea argues that the new law violates fundamental rights and requires urgent judicial scrutiny to assess its constitutional fairness.
The Kerala High Court granted interim protection from arrest to Monalisa Bhosle and her husband Farmaan Khan amid kidnapping allegations. The couple strongly denied claims of underage marriage, stating Monalisa is 18 and their marriage is legal.
Today, On 13th April, The Supreme Court observed that the Election Commission of India prepared a list of doubtful voters due to a logical discrepancy during the Special Intensive Revision in West Bengal. The Court noted that voters were left sandwiched between two constitutional authorities, raising serious concerns about fairness in the electoral process.
The Supreme Court has issued notice on a plea seeking biometric and facial recognition verification before voting. The Court said the proposal needs legal changes and review before future elections, not immediate implementation.
The Assam government approached the Supreme Court challenging Telangana High Court’s transit anticipatory bail granted to Pawan Khera. The case stems from Assam Police FIR alleging defamation, forgery and conspiracy over his statements regarding the Chief Minister’s family.
Supreme Court of India declined urgent hearing request in plea by Sikkim High Court employees challenging their termination from service. Plea raises issue whether full court can invalidate appointments made under a previous Chief Justice.
The Supreme Court declined to stop the CBI case against Lalu Prasad Yadav, allowing the trial to proceed without delay. The court said issues like sanction can be raised during trial, not before.
In Ahmedabad, police ruled out contaminated dosa batter after 200 consumers remained unaffected.
Probe now focuses on possible intentional poisoning as forensic reports are awaited.
Justice Rajesh Bindal said AI and digital tools should only assist courts and must not override judicial reasoning. He also raised concerns about data privacy risks linked to the use of open-source platforms in the judiciary.
