Rohingya Custodial Disappearance Row: Supreme Court Grants Centre Two Weeks To File Affidavit On Habeas Corpus Plea

Today, On 2nd December, The Supreme Court questioned a plea alleging the custodial disappearance of five Rohingyas, asking the petitioner to show the notification that recognises them as refugees. The Bench led by CJI Surya Kant flagged maintainability concerns and security issues.

Calcutta High Court to Hear PIL Seeking to Stay Foundation Stone for Mosque Modelled on Babri Masjid

Calcutta High Court will hear a PIL seeking to stop the foundation stone for a mosque modelled on the Babri Masjid in Murshidabad. The plea argues that holding the event on December 6 could disturb communal harmony and warrants urgent judicial intervention.

Karnataka High Court Blocks New Recruitment Under SC/ST Quota Hike Law; Allows Ongoing Hiring With Strict Conditions

The Karnataka High Court has stopped the State from issuing new recruitment notifications under the 2022 SC/ST reservation hike law but allowed previously announced recruitments to continue provisionally. All ongoing appointments must clearly state they are subject to the final outcome of the case.

Show the Notification That Recognises Them as Refugees: Supreme Court Questions Plea on Custodial Disappearance of Rohingyas

Today, On 2nd December, The Supreme Court questioned a plea alleging the custodial disappearance of five Rohingyas, asking the petitioner to show the notification that recognises them as refugees. The Bench led by CJI Surya Kant flagged maintainability concerns and security issues.

“We Are in a Democracy”: Delhi High Court Slams Centre for Delaying Cantonment Board Elections for 5+ Years

The Delhi High Court criticised the Central government for not holding Cantonment Board elections since 2015 and for repeatedly using notifications to run boards without elected members. The Court warned that such actions may amount to a colourable exercise of power in a democratic system.

PIL Seeking Representation of Women, Queer, and SC/ST Lawyers in Bar Councils: Supreme Court Issues Notice

Today, On 26th November, Supreme Court responded to a PIL seeking proportional representation of women, queer individuals, lawyers with disabilities, and members of marginalized communities in the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils. The court has now issued notice in the matter.

Frame National Policy for Organ Transplantation: Supreme Court Directs Centre & Urges Uniform Rules Across States

Today, On 19th November, The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to create a national policy for organ transplantation and work with all States to ensure uniform rules. The Bench led by CJI BR Gavai also asked the Centre to encourage Andhra Pradesh to adopt the 2011 amendments.

“It Hurt Us As Well”: Delhi High Court Slams Shoe-Throwing Incident At CJI BR Gavai, Calls It An Attack On Judiciary’s Dignity

The Delhi High Court condemned the shoe-throwing incident targeting CJI BR Gavai, saying it deeply hurt both the Bar and the Bench. The court stressed that such acts insult the entire judicial institution, not just an individual.

CJI BR Gavai Honours Legal Legends: Portraits of Shanti Bhushan and Lal Narayan Sinha Unveiled at Supreme Court

Chief Justice BR Gavai unveiled the portraits of former Attorneys General Shanti Bhushan and Lal Narayan Sinha at the Supreme Court, calling them “mirrors of our constitutional conscience.” He praised their lifelong dedication to justice and the Indian Constitution.

Preamble Promises Political Equality: Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Response on Women’s Reservation Bill in Parliament

Today, On 10th November, The Supreme Court sought the Centre’s response on implementing women’s reservation in Parliament, observing that the Constitution guarantees political and social equality and that women, who form nearly 48 percent of the population, deserve equal political representation and participation.