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The Jharkhand High Court delivered long-pending verdicts on 10 convicts, including six on death row, after the Supreme Court intervened over delays. The apex court directed legal aid for affected convicts and sought nationwide reports on cases where judgments remain reserved for years

Actor Darshan returned to Bengaluru from Thailand as the Supreme Court reserved its verdict on his bail in the fan murder case. CISF security provided to him at the airport sparked outrage, with critics questioning VVIP treatment for a murder-accused celebrity.

The Supreme Court refused to hear a plea seeking action against MNS chief Raj Thackeray for alleged hate speeches targeting Hindi speakers. The bench advised the petitioner to approach the High Court, dismissing the PIL under Article 32

The Supreme Court declined to direct the Centre to increase Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, citing constitutional limitations under Article 170. It upheld that delimitation can only occur post-2026 census, rejecting claims of discrimination over Jammu and Kashmir’s case

The Supreme Court criticised a Kerala journalist for publishing a defamatory YouTube video targeting a woman politician. Extending his interim bail, the court reminded that convictions aren’t made on social media and urged content creators to promote positivity instead

The government has ordered ISPs to block 25 OTT platforms, including Ullu and ALTT, for hosting obscene content violating Indian laws. The move underscores stricter enforcement under the IT Act and digital media ethics code to regulate online streaming platforms

Former Telangana Minister S. Niranjan Reddy strongly criticized Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, accusing him of spreading misinformation about reservations and constitutional matters

The Supreme Court adjourned the Kancha Gachibowli forest case to August 13, criticising Telangana for allegedly clearing forest land overnight. The CJI warned that bulldozing forests under the pretext of development cannot be justified and officials could face jail.

CJI B.R. Gavai rebuked an advocate for disrespectfully referring to Justice Yashwant Varma, who is facing serious cash-recovery allegations. As calls grow for an FIR, Justice Varma has challenged the in-house panel's findings recommending impeachment proceedings in the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Monday upheld the Karnataka High Court's decision to quash the MUDA case against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’s wife, criticising the Enforcement Directorate for its conduct in politically sensitive matters and warning against its misuse for political battles

Supreme Court has ordered a wider probe, including potential embassy involvement and nationwide alerts

The Supreme Court was informed that Indian nurse Nimisha Priya’s execution in Yemen has been stayed. The Centre assured efforts to secure her safe return. Priya, convicted of murder, faces death penalty and diplomatic efforts for pardon and “blood money” continue

Five social media influencers, including Samay Raina, appeared before the Supreme Court over a plea accusing them of mocking people with disabilities. The court sought their replies in two weeks and stressed the need for enforceable social media guidelines

Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh, formerly Chief Justice of Tripura High Court, has been appointed as Chief Justice of Telangana High Court. He succeeds Justice Sujoy Paul, now transferred to Calcutta

TCA district committees have filed criminal complaints in four Telangana districts against HCA, alleging misuse of Rs 20 lakh annual funds meant for rural cricket development, citing a forensic audit by Ernst & Young

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the five-year extension of the ban on SIMI. The UAPA tribunal upheld the Centre’s decision, stating SIMI still pursued extremist goals. The organisation has been banned in India since 2001

The Supreme Court will hear a suo motu case on Monday over probe agencies summoning lawyers for advising clients, following ED summons to senior advocates. The court flagged it as a threat to the legal profession and judicial independence.

Chief Justice of India BR Gavai calls the Constitution “invaluable” for maintaining India’s unity over 75 years. Speaking at Osmania University, he highlights Ambedkar’s vision, especially Article 32, as vital to safeguarding fundamental rights and preserving national integrity

The Supreme Court will hear on July 14 the anticipatory bail plea of Indore cartoonist Hemant Malviya, accused of posting objectionable content about PM Modi, RSS, and Lord Shiva. The Madhya Pradesh High Court earlier denied him relief

The Delhi High Court set aside the sentence review board's rejection of Santosh Kumar Singh's premature release plea, citing signs of reformation. Singh, serving a life term for the 1996 rape-murder of Priyadarshini Mattoo, has spent 25 years in jail