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Supreme Court of India ruling on rape survivor pregnancy termination case urged law reform to allow abortion beyond 20 weeks in rape cases, stressing survivor choice and trauma. The court questioned AIIMS’ plea against terminating a 15-year-old’s 30-week pregnancy

The Supreme Court declined to frame fresh guidelines on hate speech, saying existing criminal laws are adequate to address such offences. The court observed that lawmaking falls within Parliament’s domain and stressed that the key issue lies in effective enforcement of existing provisions

The Supreme Court questioned whether non-believers can claim entry rights to the Sabarimala temple, emphasizing that the court must distinguish between devotees and non-devotees. A nine-judge bench is currently reviewing the scope of religious freedom and gender discrimination in religious places

The Supreme Court ruled that existing criminal laws sufficiently address hate speech, rejecting claims of a "legislative vacuum." The bench emphasized that creating new offences belongs to the legislature, not the judiciary, while urging the preservation of constitutional fraternity and dignity

The Supreme Court’s directive on uniform guidelines can curb overuse, reduce costs, and bring much-needed accountability to critical care

The Ministry of Home Affairs informed the Supreme Court of India about coordinated measures against digital arrest scams, including WhatsApp banning 9,400 accounts, SIM blocking systems, RBI safeguards, and a proposed biometric verification framework to strengthen cybercrime prevention nationwide

The Supreme Court of India said religious institutions must operate with defined norms and cannot function in “anarchy” while hearing the Sabarimala Temple-related case, stressing structured management and constitutional limits on religious freedom and entry practices

The Supreme Court of India suspended a CBI look-out circular against petitioner Nimesh Navinchandra Shah and sought response from the Ministry of Home Affairs, while noting procedural concerns and ongoing prosecution by the Central Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement Directorate

The Supreme Court of India directed an amicus-led meeting on May 6 with the Centre, states and UTs to review fund utilisation for CCTV installation in police stations, aiming to ensure compliance with mandates on surveillance, transparency and accountability

The Centre informed the Supreme Court about a multi-agency crackdown on “digital arrest” scams, including banning 9,400 WhatsApp accounts, faster SIM blocking, RBI safeguards, and biometric verification plans led by Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre to curb online fraud

Congress leader Pawan Khera has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Gauhati High Court’s refusal to grant him anticipatory bail in a case filed by Assam Police over alleged remarks against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife.

The Supreme Court has ruled that courts can reject anticipatory bail but cannot direct an accused to surrender. It said such directions are beyond jurisdiction while hearing a case involving cheating and forgery linked to a land dispute

The Supreme Court expressed surprise after seized currency notes in a Bihar corruption case were destroyed by rodents, calling it a huge revenue loss and questioning storage conditions while granting bail to the accused woman in the case

Supreme Court of India appointed former judge Hrishikesh Roy as ombudsman of the Bihar Cricket Association after Justice Abhay S Oka declined the role. The court continues monitoring governance issues and will hear related reports and matters in May

Supreme Court of India directed states and UTs to draft practical ICU implementation plans based on standard guidelines, prioritising essential resources, training, and compliance. It also asked nursing and paramedical bodies to enhance training, with a final blueprint due within three weeks

The Supreme Court has quashed criminal proceedings against the parents-in-law and sister-in-law of a woman in a dowry harassment and bigamy case, ruling that vague and general allegations without specific acts cannot justify prosecution under Section 498A IPC. T

The Supreme Court allowed a 15-year-old girl to terminate her advanced pregnancy, stating that no court can force a minor to carry a pregnancy against her will. The court emphasised reproductive autonomy as a fundamental right

The Supreme Court of India refused to hear Indrani Mukerjea’s plea to travel abroad, directing her to approach the trial court. She is an accused in the high-profile Sheena Bora murder case under ongoing trial

The Enforcement Directorate told the Supreme Court that West Bengal authorities obstructed its probe into a ₹2,700-crore coal scam, alleging CM Mamata Banerjee’s involvement. It sought a CBI inquiry, while the court questioned the maintainability of the plea under Article 32

The Supreme Court strongly criticised Chhattisgarh police for failing to produce a respondent despite clear orders, calling it deliberate non-compliance. It summoned the Korba SP to appear in person with an explanation and directed strict compliance in a rape case appeal hearing