The Supreme Court granted eight weeks’ relief from surrender to a sarpanch of Morena district in Madhya Pradesh convicted in a criminal case, while a bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant directed the court to examine his plea.
The Supreme Court has directed all High Court Chief Justices to review long-pending cases under laws like UAPA and ensure speedy trials. The court said the State must support accused facing “reverse burden” laws and prevent unnecessary delays.
The Supreme Court has allowed Odisha to request the Orissa High Court Chief Justice to assign all mining dues recovery cases to a special bench for quick disposal. The Court said public revenue is at stake and asked the High Court to decide the matters by March 31, 2026.
Today, on 10th December, the Supreme Court has expanded the SIT probe into the NOIDA compensation scam, directing investigators to examine the role of former CEOs and senior officials. The Court also extended the investigation deadline by two months for completion.
The Supreme Court has allowed BMC to cut more trees for the GMLR project, but only if compensatory afforestation is carried out strictly. The court also warned that negligent officers will face stern action.
Today, On 17th November, The Supreme Court granted four weeks to the Centre and other parties to file their responses in the Sahara–Adani asset sale case. The Court adjourned Sahara’s plea and said the matter will be listed again after six weeks.
The Supreme Court has ordered the CBI to investigate if a lawyer’s B.Com degree from Magadh University is genuine or forged. The probe report must be submitted by November 3.
The Supreme Court urged the Centre to create a policy to stop foreign nationals from escaping after committing crimes in India. The direction came as a Nigerian accused, Alex David, jumped bail with no extradition treaty in place.
The Supreme Court directed the Bandra family court to conclude the long-pending divorce case of Jaidev and Poonam Shroff within three months. The bench warned that “if any party delays the proceedings then an adverse inference can be drawn.”
The Supreme Court has given Meghalaya four weeks to file an affidavit outlining measures taken to curb alleged illegal mining in the Khas Hills. The court warned this is the “last chance” before further action.
