A Strong Message from the Apex Court The Supreme Court of India has once again underscored the protective intent of the Maintenance and...

Apex Court Steps In Amid Fears of Bias The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings in a high-profile hit-and-run trial in Punjab after...

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Union Government and ECI regarding a PIL that seeks stricter rules for political parties. The court will examine if legislative action is required to “ensure transparency, curb criminal influence, and enforce secularism in politics”. This move addresses the increasing opacity in party financing and the criminalization of politics, pushing for greater accountability in democratic governance.

The Supreme Court is deliberating a landmark Presidential Reference on whether Governors have a fixed timeline to assent to bills passed by state legislatures. The bench, led by Chief Justice B.R. Gavai, questioned whether courts should "sit idle" as gubernatorial inaction stalls democratic governance. A ruling is expected soon that could redefine the separation of powers and clarify if such delays are subject to judicial review.

The Supreme Court in State Bank of India v. Ramadhar Sao (2025) reaffirmed that judicial review in disciplinary proceedings is limited to correcting legal or procedural errors, not re-evaluating evidence. Setting aside Patna High Court’s orders, the Court restored SBI’s penalty of removal with superannuation benefits, stressing that corruption cannot be excused even at lower levels of employment.

SC overturns bail for Olympian in Chhatrasal case, stressing liberty can't outweigh justice in grave offences.

There is clear distinction in law between setting aside of the bail by a higher Court and cancellation of the bail. While cancellation of bail is due to some supervening circumstances like breach of bail condition, setting aside of the bail is concerned not with the breach of condition but with the justifiability and soundness of the order granting bail.” (Neeru Yadav v. State of U.P.)

Arbitration clauses in India can transfer with contract assignments if intent or conduct shows implied consent.

The chronic issue of the pendency of cases across all levels of the Indian judicial system continues to be a pressing concern, with the total number of pending cases exceeding five crore.

Supreme Court upholds hospital’s liability for medical negligence but reduces compensation in Kamineni Hospitals case.

IUML challenges timing of Electoral Bond Scheme disclosure, seeking delay until after 2024 elections. Supreme Court to decide soon.

Commercial wisdom of CoC has been given the prominent status"—Supreme Court upholds creditor-driven resolution in Piramal Capital v. 63 Moon

Supreme Court rules that High Courts must not exceed their jurisdiction under Article 227 in consumer disputes. Key legal insights inside!

Supreme Court reaffirms that quashing of corruption cases at the threshold should be an exception, ensuring due legal process.

Supreme Court facilitates settlement in a banking dispute, reinforcing consumer rights and fair banking practices in India.

The Supreme Court rules FIR registration is mandatory in IIT Delhi student deaths, reinforcing legal accountability and justice.

Know your rights under India's DPDP Act—control your data, withdraw consent, request access, and ensure digital privacy!

Supreme Court rules that employees who did not opt for CPF must be included in the default scheme, ensuring fair application of benefits.

“The law favours the diligent, not the indolent.” – Supreme Court rejects unjustified delay in setting aside an ex-parte decree.

Termination must not be selective or arbitrary – Supreme Court reinstates two judicial officers, reinforcing principles of fairness.