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SC takes suo motu cognisance of Central Secretariat Library relocationFeatured
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SC takes suo motu cognisance of Central Secretariat Library relocation

The Supreme Court has initiated a suo motu case concerning the proposed relocation of the 135-year-old Central Secretariat Library from Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi, amid the Central Vista redevelopment project. The matter is scheduled for hearing on October 5 before Justices PV Sanjay Kumar and Sanjeev Sachdeva, highlighting concerns over the preservation of a colonial-era institutional archive.

Oct 4, 2026Read more →
SC Cancels Bail of Shiv Sena Corporator in Doctors' Assault CaseFeatured
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SC Cancels Bail of Shiv Sena Corporator in Doctors' Assault Case

The Supreme Court has cancelled the bail granted to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre in a case involving alleged assault on doctors and hospital staff in Dombivli. The Court emphasized the need to send a strong message against violence targeting healthcare professionals.

Oct 3, 2026Read more →
SC Weighs State's Duty vs. University's Presence in Land DisputeFeatured
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SC Weighs State's Duty vs. University's Presence in Land Dispute

The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to Madras High Court's order directing eviction of a private university from government land allotted for an open prison. The Court suggested the State consider alternative land allocation, balancing public interest and institutional rights.

Oct 2, 2026Read more →
SC warns judges against imposing moral views in bail decisionsFeatured
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SC warns judges against imposing moral views in bail decisions

The Supreme Court ruled that judges must not inject personal morality into bail or trial proceedings, setting aside a High Court order that denied bail based on 'moral' grounds.

Oct 1, 2026Read more →
Allahabad HC mandates 24x7 functioning of police station CCTV camerasFeatured
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Allahabad HC mandates 24x7 functioning of police station CCTV cameras

The Allahabad High Court has directed that CCTV cameras at all police stations must remain functional round-the-clock, with documented steps for restoration in case of failure, to ensure transparency and prevent custodial misconduct.

Oct 1, 2026Read more →
Terrorist Organisation Designated Under UAPAFeatured
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Terrorist Organisation Designated Under UAPA

The Government of India has designated a new terrorist organisation under Section 35(1)(a) of UAPA, 1967, requiring financial institutions to freeze associated assets and report compliance immediately.

Sep 30, 2026Read more →
UAPA Section 51A Implements UNSC Terror List UpdateFeatured
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UAPA Section 51A Implements UNSC Terror List Update

The Reserve Bank has notified financial institutions of an update to the UNSC 1267/1989 ISIL & Al-Qaida sanctions list under Section 51A of the UAPA, 1967, requiring immediate compliance for freezing assets linked to designated individuals or entities.

Sep 30, 2026Read more →
SC orders safety measures in Delhi-NCR amid rape casesFeatured
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SC orders safety measures in Delhi-NCR amid rape cases

The Supreme Court, in a suo motu case, directed mapping of vulnerable zones, enhanced CCTVs, lighting, and police patrols in Delhi-NCR after noting lack of progress in women's safety post-Nirbhaya.

Sep 29, 2026Read more →
Second Section 28-A Claim Allowed After HC Enhancement: SCFeatured
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Second Section 28-A Claim Allowed After HC Enhancement: SC

SC permits second Section 28-A application after High Court enhances compensation, citing merger doctrine.

Sep 29, 2026Read more →
Punjab & Haryana HC Raps GST Authorities for Arrest Amid Ongoing CaseFeatured
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Punjab & Haryana HC Raps GST Authorities for Arrest Amid Ongoing Case

Punjab & Haryana High Court has rebuked GST authorities for arresting a trader despite ongoing judicial proceedings, directing immediate release and flagging record manipulation.

Sep 26, 2026Read more →
GST Audit Set Aside for Not Considering Reply: P&H HCFeatured
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GST Audit Set Aside for Not Considering Reply: P&H HC

Punjab and Haryana HC quashed GST audit notices under Section 74 after department failed to consider assessee's reply before finalizing audit report.

Sep 26, 2026Read more →
Writ Petitions Maintainable Against S.37(1) Arbitration Orders: Orissa HCFeatured
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Writ Petitions Maintainable Against S.37(1) Arbitration Orders: Orissa HC

Orissa High Court held that writ petitions under Articles 226/227 are maintainable against orders under Section 37(1) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, where there is egregious illegality, perversity, or lack of jurisdiction.

Sep 26, 2026Read more →
J&K High Court Holds Secessionist Slogans Attract UAPA ChargesFeatured
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J&K High Court Holds Secessionist Slogans Attract UAPA Charges

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has ruled that raising secessionist slogans and inciting violence will prima facie constitute unlawful activity under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This ruling reinstates charges against Mohd Yousuf Lone, highlighting significant implications for similar cases in the region.

Sep 9, 2026Read more →
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