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The Supreme Court urged the Centre to rationalise airfares and provide relief to passengers, flagging huge fare discrepancies on identical routes. Hearing a plea against arbitrary airline pricing, the court stressed transparency, passenger protection and regulation of dynamic pricing, baggage charges and grievance mechanisms
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The Supreme Court has refused to grant relief to mining lease holders in the Aravalli range, citing "disturbing" feedback. A bench led by CJI Surya Kant emphasized that no activity will be permitted until ecological concerns and the technical definition of the hills are fully resolved
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The Supreme Court criticised the Rajasthan government over illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary, citing “administrative apathy”. The court summoned senior officials to appear on May 20 and sought compliance reports on measures to curb mining and protect the fragile ecosystem
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The Supreme Court observed that free and fair elections are part of the Constitution’s basic structure and require an Election Commission that is independent and seen as independent. The court was hearing challenges to the 2023 law governing appointments of election commissioners
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A nine-judge Supreme Court bench reserved its order on petitions concerning gender discrimination in religious places, including Sabarimala entry rules. The case examines the scope of religious freedom, constitutional morality, and judicial review across multiple faith practices in India
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The Supreme Court urged Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur to avoid actions affecting mediation in their dispute over the RK Family Trust. The court stressed an amicable settlement, paused discussions on company appointments, and warned the case could otherwise become a prolonged legal battle
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FAIMA moved the Supreme Court seeking restructuring or replacement of the NTA after the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy. The plea demanded a high-powered monitoring committee, computer-based testing, and transparent investigation, calling repeated leaks a violation of students’ fundamental rights
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The Supreme Court observed during hearings related to Sabarimala and religious freedom that Hinduism is a way of life and that visiting temples or performing rituals is not mandatory to remain Hindu. The court also stressed that personal faith cannot be obstructed by others
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A petition filed in the Supreme Court has sought a court-monitored probe into the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy and demanded the replacement of the NTA, alleging repeated examination leaks, impersonation scams and systemic failures that have undermined confidence in national entrance examinations
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The Supreme Court of India ruled that a qualified woman pursuing her career and ensuring a stable environment for her child cannot be termed “cruelty” or “desertion.” The court criticised patriarchal assumptions and upheld women’s autonomy, dignity, and professional identity within marriage
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The Supreme Court of India directed the Rajasthan government to implement mother tongue-based education and gradually introduce Rajasthani in schools. The court ruled that language comprehension is a constitutional and existential right essential for meaningful education and social participation
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R Seenivasa Sethupathi has approached the Supreme Court of India challenging a Madras High Court order barring him from participating in Assembly floor tests amid a disputed one-vote victory in Tiruppattur. The case stems from alleged postal ballot irregularities and EVM discrepancies
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The Supreme Court of India agreed to hear the Enforcement Directorate’s plea challenging anticipatory bail granted to coal trader Anup Majee in a Rs 2,700 crore illegal coal excavation case. The court sought Majee’s response and scheduled the matter for September hearing
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Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has set up a Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee, headed by Justice Aravind Kumar, to assess court infrastructure needs across India and propose a Rs 40,000–50,000 crore upgrade plan. The panel will focus on modernisation, digitisation under e-Courts, and improving judicial efficiency
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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
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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
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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
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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
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The Supreme Court said Mamata Banerjee and others may file fresh applications claiming that victory margins in 31 West Bengal assembly seats were lower than the number of votes deleted during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls conducted before the elections
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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
