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    Timely Disposal Essential to Protect Undertrial Prisoners and Personal Liberty: SC Directs High Courts to Speed Up Bail Hearings
    Timely Disposal Essential to Protect Undertrial Prisoners and Personal Liberty: SC Directs High Courts to Speed Up Bail Hearings
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    Timely Disposal Essential to Protect Undertrial Prisoners and Personal Liberty: SC Directs High Courts to Speed Up Bail Hearings

    The Supreme Court issued directions for speedy disposal of pending bail applications nationwide, stressing protection of undertrial prisoners’ rights and personal liberty. A Bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant urged High Courts and investigating agencies to coordinate and avoid unnecessary delays.

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    Asaram Conviction Appeal: Rajasthan High Court Reserves Verdict in Minor Sexual Assault Case
    Asaram Conviction Appeal: Rajasthan High Court Reserves Verdict in Minor Sexual Assault Case
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    Asaram Conviction Appeal: Rajasthan High Court Reserves Verdict in Minor Sexual Assault Case

    The Rajasthan High Court has reserved its judgment on Asaram’s appeal against his life sentence in a minor sexual assault case. The final decision will determine whether his 2018 conviction is upheld or overturned.

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    Manipur Violence: Supreme Court Directs CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets Details To Victims
    Manipur Violence: Supreme Court Directs CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets Details To Victims
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    Manipur Violence: Supreme Court Directs CBI, SITs to Provide Charge Sheets Details To Victims

    The Supreme Court of India directed the Central Bureau of Investigation and Manipur SITs to provide charge sheet copies to victims in 2023 ethnic violence cases, after reviewing former Maharashtra DGP Dattatray Padsalgikar’s status report on ongoing investigations.

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    Supreme Court Asks Telangana HC To Reconsider Shaadi.com Founder Anupam Mittal’s Plea To Quash Cheating Case, Grants 8-Week Protection
    Supreme Court Asks Telangana HC To Reconsider Shaadi.com Founder Anupam Mittal’s Plea To Quash Cheating Case, Grants 8-Week Protection
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    Supreme Court Asks Telangana HC To Reconsider Shaadi.com Founder Anupam Mittal’s Plea To Quash Cheating Case, Grants 8-Week Protection

    Today, on 3rd February, the Supreme Court asked the Telangana High Court to reconsider Anupam Mittal’s plea seeking quashing of a criminal case over alleged failure by Shaadi.com to verify user details. The Bench said the earlier order ignored the merits of arguments.

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    Bar Council of Delhi Elections 2026: Voter Guidelines Issued, 23 Seats to Be Decided in February
    Bar Council of Delhi Elections 2026: Voter Guidelines Issued, 23 Seats to Be Decided in February
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    Bar Council of Delhi Elections 2026: Voter Guidelines Issued, 23 Seats to Be Decided in February

    The Bar Council of Delhi has released detailed voting guidelines for its February 20–22 elections, to be held through a single transferable vote system. A total of 23 seats are up for grabs, with 30% reservation for women advocates as per Supreme Court directions.

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    ‘States Must Act Now’: Supreme Court Orders Uniform Policy for Police Media Briefings Across India
    ‘States Must Act Now’: Supreme Court Orders Uniform Policy for Police Media Briefings Across India
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    ‘States Must Act Now’: Supreme Court Orders Uniform Policy for Police Media Briefings Across India

    The Supreme Court has directed all States to frame a clear policy on police media briefings within three months, accepting a detailed manual prepared by the Amicus Curiae. The Court also ordered the manual to be uploaded on the Supreme Court website to ensure transparency and accountability.

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    30% Women’s Reservation Applies to Punjab and Haryana Bar Council Election: Supreme Court
    30% Women’s Reservation Applies to Punjab and Haryana Bar Council Election: Supreme Court
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    30% Women’s Reservation Applies to Punjab and Haryana Bar Council Election: Supreme Court

    Today, on 16th January, The Supreme Court excluded Punjab and Haryana from its December 8, 2025 directions as only voter lists were finalized, holding that 30% women’s reservation will apply to their upcoming Bar Council elections. The matter was heard by CJI Surya Kant and Justice J Bagchi.

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    Student Suicides Must Be Reported Without Delay: Supreme Court Issues Strict Nationwide Directions to Colleges and Universities
    Student Suicides Must Be Reported Without Delay: Supreme Court Issues Strict Nationwide Directions to Colleges and Universities
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    Student Suicides Must Be Reported Without Delay: Supreme Court Issues Strict Nationwide Directions to Colleges and Universities

    The Supreme Court has ordered all higher education institutions to immediately report any student suicide or unnatural death to the police. The Court said colleges and universities cannot avoid their duty to ensure student safety, mental well-being, and timely support systems.

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    ‘Persistent Negligence’: Supreme Court Seeks Full Report on Illegal Constructions on Uttarakhand Forest Land
    ‘Persistent Negligence’: Supreme Court Seeks Full Report on Illegal Constructions on Uttarakhand Forest Land
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    ‘Persistent Negligence’: Supreme Court Seeks Full Report on Illegal Constructions on Uttarakhand Forest Land

    The Supreme Court of India has directed the Uttarakhand Government to file a detailed report with site plans on illegal constructions over forest land. The court flagged alleged collusion and warned against continued encroachment on protected forest area

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    Remove Stray Dogs From Indore Tourist Spots on Priority, MP High Court Tells Municipal Corporation
    Remove Stray Dogs From Indore Tourist Spots on Priority, MP High Court Tells Municipal Corporation
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    Remove Stray Dogs From Indore Tourist Spots on Priority, MP High Court Tells Municipal Corporation

    The Madhya Pradesh High Court directed the Indore Municipal Corporation to urgently remove stray dogs from major tourist areas like Chhappan Dukan and Sarafa. The Court warned that the Municipal Commissioner may be summoned if the action report and sterilisation data are not satisfactory.

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