Supreme Court Adjourns Nimisha Priya Execution Case Sine Die Amid Ongoing Negotiations

The Supreme Court of India adjourned sine die plea by Save Nimisha Priya International Action Council in Nimisha Priya execution case abroad, granting liberty to revive petition amid ongoing negotiations.

Supreme Court Flags ‘Serious Environmental Risks’ in Teesta-III Dam Rebuild After Sikkim GLOF Disaster

The Supreme Court has issued notice on a plea challenging the reconstruction and disinvestment of the Teesta-III Hydroelectric Project after the 2023 Sikkim GLOF disaster. The plea cites environmental risks, lack of public consultation, and arbitrary disinvestment of a public project.

Supreme Court Seeks Union, States Response on PIL Against False Complaints and Malicious Prosecution

The Supreme Court of India issued notice to the Union Government, States and Union Territories on a PIL seeking action against false complaints, fabricated evidence and malicious prosecution. A Bench led by CJI Surya Kant heard Advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay’s Article 32 petition.

Progressive State Like Andhra Pradesh Has No Bone-Marrow Transplant Program!!: High Court Slams Govt Over Lack of Facilities

The Andhra Pradesh High Court sought an affidavit from the State on the absence of Bone Marrow Transplantation facilities in government hospitals after reviewing a PIL, expressing surprise that a progressive State like Andhra Pradesh still lacks such essential treatment services.

Supreme Court Stops Exhumation of Tribal Christians’ Bodies in Chhattisgarh, Seeks State Reply on Denial of Burial Rights

The Supreme Court has stayed further exhumation of buried bodies of tribal Christians in Chhattisgarh villages and issued notice to the State government. The PIL alleges forced digging up of graves, denial of burial rights, and violation of fundamental rights under Articles 14 and 21.

‘Every Household Will Be in Litigation’: Supreme Court Refuses to Declare Minimum Wages for Domestic Workers a Fundamental Right

The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea seeking recognition of minimum wages for domestic workers as a fundamental right, saying such issues fall within the domain of State governments. The Court warned that mandatory wage fixation could lead to widespread litigation and discourage households from hiring domestic help.

‘Ground Reality Is Different’: Delhi High Court Seeks Health Report on Asha Kiran Inmates After Deaths

The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi government to submit a detailed report on the health and living conditions of over 700 inmates at Asha Kiran shelter home. The court also ordered a full medical examination and a technical audit of the building following the deaths of 14 inmates in 2024.

PIL in Delhi High Court Seeks Ban on Bangladesh Cricket Over Attacks on Hindus

A PIL has been filed before the Delhi High Court seeking a ban on Bangladesh from all international cricket tournaments, citing alleged violence against the Hindu community. The plea also asks to stop Bangladesh’s participation in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Supreme Court Issues Notices to Law, Health & AYUSH Ministries on Plea to Declare AYUSH Doctors as Registered Practitioners

Today, On 13th January, The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Law, Health and AYUSH Ministries on a plea seeking recognition of AYUSH doctors as registered medical practitioners. The petition highlights urgent need for clarity amid evolving national healthcare practices.

Should ‘Creamy Layer’ Apply to SC/ST Quota? Supreme Court Issues Notice on Major Reservation Challenge

The Supreme Court has agreed to examine whether the “creamy layer” principle should be implemented in SC and ST reservations. A PIL argues that allowing affluent SC/ST candidates to avail quota benefits violates equality and defeats the purpose of social justice.