Supreme Court Tells Centre & J&K: Provide Space for CAT in Jammu Within a Month

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre and Jammu & Kashmir administration to provide proper space for the Central Administrative Tribunal in Jammu within one month. The court also stressed the need for a permanent building and proper staff for smooth functioning.

Supreme Court to Review Plea for Including Pre-2014 Bangladeshi Migrants in West Bengal’s SIR on December 9

The Supreme Court will hear on December 9 the plea seeking provisional inclusion of pre-2014 Bangladeshi migrants in West Bengal’s SIR process. Petitioners argue earlier judgments already grant them protection, while the CJI says each case must be evaluated individually.

“Democracy Did Not Grow Old Prematurely”: Supreme Court Judges Re-Enact Kesavananda Bharati Case at JGLS

Supreme Court judges, top law officers and senior advocates came together at JGLS to re-enact the iconic Kesavananda Bharati case. The event highlighted the Basic Structure doctrine and the continuing debate on judicial independence and parliamentary power.

Stay Curious and Never Stop Learning: CJI-Designate Justice Surya Kant to Young Lawyers

Chief Justice of India-designate Justice Surya Kant urged young lawyers to “stay curious and never stop learning” while addressing the convocation at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia National Law University, Lucknow, stressing that curiosity and continuous learning define lasting success in law.

BREAKING| Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam Case: Supreme Court Issues Notice on Bail Plea of Bhupesh Baghel’s Son Chaitanya Baghel

Today, On 31st October, The Supreme Court issued notice on the bail plea of Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel, in the alleged multi-crore liquor scam case, directing the Enforcement Directorate to file its reply within ten days.

BREAKING| Judicial Promotions Case| How Many Appointed Through Direct Recruitment and Judicial Service?: CJI Seeks Data from High Courts

Today, On 14th October the Supreme Court decided that it will hear Judicial Promotions Case on October 28–29, with CJI Seeking Data from All High Courts: “How Many Appointed Through Direct Recruitment and Judicial Service?” to Examine Seniority and Promotion Patterns in the Judiciary.

Supreme Court Allows Ram Lila in UP School Playground, Halts Allahabad High Court Ban

The Supreme Court has stayed the Allahabad High Court’s order stopping Ram Lila at a school ground in Tundla, Uttar Pradesh. The Court allowed festivities with the condition that children must continue to use the ground for play and sports.

Supreme Court Calls for Fast-Track NIA Courts, Warns Hardened Criminals ‘Hijack Justice System’

The Supreme Court stressed the urgent need for dedicated NIA courts to ensure speedy trials in heinous offences. The bench warned that hardened criminals misuse delays to force bail.

“Hardly Any Decision Goes Unchallenged”: ECI Tells Supreme Court Amid ‘Sharp Political Hostility’ Over Bihar Voter List

The Election Commission told the Supreme Court it is working under “sharp political hostility” where nearly every decision faces challenges, while defending its Bihar voter roll revision. The SC has directed greater transparency, including publishing deleted voter names with reasons.

Supreme Court Directs Assam Human Rights Commission to Investigate Alleged Fake Police Encounters

The Supreme Court directed the Assam Human Rights Commission to investigate allegations of fake police encounters in Assam, following a Public Interest Litigation. The court stressed adherence to procedural safeguards and the necessity of impartial investigations while acknowledging the serious nature of the accusations. The commission is tasked with ensuring affected families can voice their concerns.