Second SLP Not Maintainable To Challenge Dismissal Of High Court Review Petition: Supreme Court Clarifies Article 136

The Supreme Court reiterated that once a Special Leave Petition is dismissed without liberty to re-approach, a second SLP on the same judgment is not maintainable. Rejection of a subsequent High Court review does not revive the right under Article 136.

No Interim Relief for Bikram Majithia as Supreme Court Issues Notice on Bail Plea in Disproportionate Assets Case

The Supreme Court has issued notice on Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia’s plea challenging denial of bail in a disproportionate assets case but refused to grant him interim relief. The case, alleging accumulation of assets worth over Rs 540 crore, will be heard next on January 19.

Thiruparankundram Deepam Row: Cheap Politics and Possessing a Riot Mindset: CM Stalin Slams Opposition, State Moves Supreme Court

The Thiruparankundram Deepam row escalated as CM Stalin accused the opposition of cheap politics and possessing a riot mindset. The state has now moved the Supreme Court after challenging the Madras High Court’s order allowing the lamp lighting.

Unregulated Use of AI in Judiciary| Don’t Want AI to Overpower Judicial Decision Making: CJI Surya Kant

Today, On 5th December, CJI Surya Kant emphasized, “Don’t Want AI to Overpower Judicial Decision Making,” stating that AI can assist but must not replace human judgment. The Supreme Court allowed withdrawal of a plea seeking regulation of AI use in the judiciary.

Thiruparankundram Deepam Row | Let It Be Numbered and Listed: CJI Surya Kant on TN Officers Citing Urgent Listing in Supreme Court

Today, on 5th December, In Thiruparankundram Deepam Row, CJI Surya Kant said the plea must “be numbered and listed” as he responded to TN officers citing an urgent listing request before the Supreme Court during Friday’s proceedings.

PHED Money Laundering Case: Supreme Court Grants Bail to Former Rajasthan Minister Mahesh Joshi

Today, On 3rd December, Supreme Court granted bail to former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi after he spent nearly seven months in custody in the PHED money laundering case. The Bench, hearing his special leave petition, found grounds to set-aside earlier bail refusals.

‘Misuse of Legal Process’: Supreme Court Slams Appeal Filed Under NALSA Scheme Without Convict’s Consent

The Supreme Court dismissed a legal aid appeal filed without a convict’s consent, calling it a misuse of law. The Bench said filing an SLP solely under a NALSA programme without approval cannot be justified.

Saradha Chit Fund Scam: Supreme Court to Hear CBI’s Challenge to DGP Rajeev Kumar’s Anticipatory Bail

The Supreme Court will hear the CBI’s Special Leave Petition challenging anticipatory bail granted to West Bengal DGP Rajeev Kumar in the Saradha chit fund case. A contempt petition against him may also be addressed alongside the SLP.

Baseless Complaint Against Advocate: Supreme Court Fines Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Rs 50,000

Today, On 24th September, The Supreme Court imposed a Rs 50,000 fine on the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa for pursuing a baseless complaint against an advocate. The judgment emphasizes accountability and discourages frivolous legal actions by regulatory bodies.

Supreme Court Quotes Manusmriti to Uphold Conviction of Father for Raping Minor Daughter: “Dignity of Women Is Non-Negotiable”

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of a father for raping his minor daughter, quoting Manusmriti to emphasise that the dignity of women is non-negotiable and forms part of India’s constitutional vision, not just cultural tradition.