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The Supreme Court of India directed all High Courts to establish grievance redressal committees at high court, district, and taluka levels to resolve bench-bar disputes amicably. The move followed controversy over a viral video involving an Andhra Pradesh High Court judge and a young lawyer

The Supreme Court of India suspended Gujarat High Court Advocates’ Association president Yatin Oza’s contempt conviction, calling it a “final act of forgiveness.” The court ordered periodic reviews of his conduct while warning against any future misconduct toward the judiciary

The Supreme Court of India launched “One Case One Data” to unify court records across all levels and introduced the AI chatbot “Su Sahay” to improve access to justice. The initiative aims to modernise case management and enhance digital efficiency in judiciary services

The Supreme Court of India dismissed a PIL challenging Section 13(2)(iii) of the Hindu Marriage Act, which allows only wives to seek divorce under certain conditions. The bench criticized the plea as personal grievance, stressing that gender-specific provisions are constitutionally valid

The Supreme Court of India issued directions to fast-track bail hearings across High Courts, stressing weekly or fortnightly listing and automatic relisting of pending cases. It emphasised protecting undertrial liberty while balancing victims’ rights and improving coordination with investigating agencies and governments

The Supreme Court refused to interfere with the Madras High Court order directing a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into an alleged Rs 397-crore transformer procurement scam involving former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji, asking that the investigation proceed independently without influence

The Central Bureau of Investigation conducted searches at multiple Mumbai locations linked to Reliance ADA Group firms over alleged ₹27,337 crore bank fraud. The probe covers Reliance Telecom and finance companies, with arrests already made and investigation monitored by the Supreme Court of India

A retired IPS officer moved the Supreme Court of India challenging R N Ravi’s refusal to invite Vijay to form the government despite Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam emerging as the single largest party in the Assembly elections

Supreme Court of India ruled that a person accused of murder or abetment cannot inherit the victim’s property, even during a pending trial. The court said the disqualification under the Hindu Succession Act applies to both intestate and testamentary succession based on principles of justice and equity

The Supreme Court of India will hear a PIL on May 11 seeking regulation and monitoring of all institutions providing secular or religious education to children below 14. Petitioner Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay cited concerns over unregistered institutions and potential misuse affecting children’s welfare and national security

A Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam member movd the Supreme Court of India seeking directions to Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to invite TVK chief Vijay to form the government, arguing the single-largest party must get the first opportunity

The Supreme Court of India said alleged ₹27,337 crore banking fraud involving Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group requires thorough investigation. The court discussed CBI and ED findings, rejected sensationalism, and indicated possible monitoring of probe while stressing timely, transparent investigation

Supreme of India dismissed judicial aspirant Prerna Gupta’s plea for re-evaluation of her exam paper. During the hearing, Chief Justice Surya Kant shared his personal journey, revealing how a senior judge once advised him to choose advocacy over judicial service

The Supreme Court of India criticised the Madhya Pradesh government for delaying sanction to prosecute minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The court questioned his apology’s sincerity and directed the state to decide on prosecution sanction promptly

Supreme Court of India ruled that consumers cannot be charged for unused electricity services, stressing tariff regulation must balance cost recovery and consumer protection. It set aside APTEL’s order allowing full cost recovery for Delhi’s Rithala power plant

Supreme Court of India directed the Jharkhand government to reserve 50 per cent of assistant teacher vacancies for para-teachers while refusing regularisation demands. The court stressed improving education quality, ending ad hoc employment practices and completing the recruitment process within ten weeks

The Supreme Court of India appointed former CJI D Y Chandrachud as mediator in the family trust dispute between Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur, urging private resolution and restraint from public comments

The Union Cabinet approved the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 to raise the strength of the Supreme Court of India from 33 to 37 judges, aiming to reduce pendency and improve delivery of justice

The Central Information Commission has recommended that Department of Personnel and Training include sub-caste details in civil services selection lists to improve transparency in assessing reservation outcomes across SC, ST and OBC categories

The Supreme Court of India granted bail to a murder accused, stressing the right to speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution of India, after four years in custody without witness examination