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A group of former Supreme Court and High Court judges has condemned the attempted impeachment of Justice G R Swaminathan of Madras High Court, calling it a “brazen” move that threatens judicial independence and undermines constitutional democracy

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a petition seeking directions to minimise earthquake damage, noting that seismic preparedness is a government policy matter. The bench questioned the petitioner’s arguments, remarking, “Should we relocate everyone to the moon?” while refusing to consider media reports

The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Election Commission on a petition challenging its decision to conduct only a Special Revision of Assam’s electoral rolls. The petitioner argued that Assam requires a Special Intensive Revision due to its demographic sensitivities

The Karnataka High Court rejected Prajwal Revanna’s appeal and bail plea in the sex CD and rape case, citing risks of influencing witnesses and the seriousness of pending cases. The bench held that suspending his sentence could impact related trials

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has criticised India’s bureaucracy and judiciary, calling them the biggest challenges to governance. Speaking at the Shiv Nadar Foundation’s IGNITION summit in Chennai, he described the bureaucracy as “static” and resistant to change since the Licence Raj era.

The Supreme Court directed petitioners alleging sexual abuse in ISKCON-run schools to approach the NCPCR and state child rights commissions in Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. The bench disposed of the plea while allowing petitioners to file fresh representations with the authorities

Outgoing Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said he was leaving the Supreme Court with “satisfaction and contentment”, describing his four-decade legal journey as deeply fulfilling. At an emotional farewell, colleagues praised his simplicity, integrity, and commitment to constitutional values

The Karnataka High Court issued a notice to the Siddaramaiah government over delays in finalising reservation notifications for 187 municipalities. The SEC has sought urgent directions as similar delays persist for Gram Panchayat reservations expiring in January 2026

Chief Justice of India B R Gavai on Monday highlighted the dangers of artificial intelligence after a morphed video showed a fake courtroom incident. The Supreme Court agreed to hear a plea seeking guidelines to regulate AI use in the judiciary

The Supreme Court heard bail pleas of student activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and Gulfisha Fatima in the alleged Delhi riots conspiracy case. Senior advocates argued that the prosecution delayed the trial, with the next hearing scheduled for November 3

The Supreme Court will hear on November 4 a batch of petitions challenging the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, which bans real-money online games. The petitions, transferred from three high courts, question the law’s constitutional validity

A Delhi district court set aside a civil judge’s order directing journalists to take down alleged defamatory content against Adani Enterprises. The court held that defendants were not heard before the order and remanded the case for fresh consideration

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended appointments and elevations of judges across six High Courts, including Delhi, Bombay, and Andhra Pradesh. The move coincides with the Centre’s approval of 19 judge appointments in Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Gauhati

Instead of using Emergency to vent out bitterness and indulge in a political blame game, a candid introspection is needed on where we stand now on preserving our core values

Chief Justice of India B R Gavai on Sunday expressed his displeasure over the absence of Maharashtra's Chief Secretary, Director General of Police or the city police commissioner to receive him during his first visit to the state after being elevated to the top post

India’s Supreme Court’s initiative to publish the asset declarations of its sitting judges on the court’s official website will go a long way in boosting judicial accountability

Threats like Executive interference and media attacks are universal, but the Supreme Court’s resilience remains critical

Judiciary must remain the guardian of the Constitution — not its editor

If the Supreme Court is going to make the laws, then the Parliament building should be shut down, says the BJP MP

Making it mandatory to disclose assets at all levels of the judiciary is in the interest of transparency and probity