Tag Archive: Supreme Court

Chidambaram says Congress has never supported violence in political protests

P. Chidambaram rejected BJP allegations that the opposition supports violent protests, saying Congress believes in democratic and Gandhian methods.

Supreme Court seeks response from Sanjay Raut over judiciary remarks

The Supreme Court has sought an explanation from Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut over remarks concerning Chief Justice Surya Kant and the judiciary.

Election Commission Faces Trust Test as Democracy’s Future Hangs in Balance

An editorial on questions over electoral roll revision, voter deletions, Form-6, Supreme Court scrutiny and the need for transparency and accountability in the Election Commission.

Supreme Court Rebukes Election Commission Over Missing Election Video Footage

The Supreme Court has expressed displeasure over the Election Commission’s approach after election-related video footage was reported missing or unavailable.

Supreme Court to Hear Pleas on Gyanesh Kumar, SIR Today

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear matters on protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, SIR voter roll allegations and Delhi protest restrictions.

Registry Flags 14 Defects in SIR Plea, Delaying Supreme Court Hearing

The Supreme Court Registry has flagged 14 procedural defects in an opposition petition challenging the SIR electoral roll revision process.

CJI tells Opposition why requested meeting cannot be held now

CJI Surya Kant has declined to meet Rahul Gandhi and Opposition leaders, saying the issues raised are already before the Supreme Court.

Contempt plea in Supreme Court over Delhi Metro station closures

A contempt petition has reportedly been filed in the Supreme Court over the decision to close Delhi Metro stations, alleging violation of an earlier court order.

Right to Protest Matters, But Law Must Also Be Followed

The Jantar Mantar protest dispute highlights the need to protect the democratic right to peaceful dissent while respecting law, public order and citizens’ rights.

Supreme Court tough on NCR rape cases, seeks fear among offenders

The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over recent sexual crimes against women and minors in Delhi-NCR and sought effective policing and security measures.

Supreme Court seeks Centre’s reply on Central Vista library space

The Supreme Court has sought a detailed affidavit from the Centre on space and layout for the Central Secretariat Library under the Central Vista redevelopment plan.

Supreme Court to hear petitions against CEC Gyanesh Kumar today

The Supreme Court will today hear two petitions concerning CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s functioning, SIR-related decisions and alleged voter list irregularities.

Supreme Court seeks Bengal reply on 2025-26 OBC certificate dispute

The Supreme Court has sought the West Bengal government’s response on petitions challenging the Calcutta High Court ruling on 2025-26 OBC certificates.

Supreme Court asks CEC appointment law petitioner to approach CJI

The Supreme Court did not hear a petition on the CEC and Election Commissioners appointment law, with Justice Dipankar Datta asking the petitioner to approach the CJI.

One in 11 students reported suicidal thoughts in survey findings

A Supreme Court-constituted National Task Force survey found around 9 percent of higher education students reported suicidal thoughts in the past year.

Supreme Court Signals Timed Firecracker Use in Delhi-NCR, No Total Ban

Ahead of Diwali, the Supreme Court indicated that firecracker use in Delhi-NCR may be allowed during fixed hours instead of a complete ban.

Supreme Court Suggests Linking Traffic Challan Recovery to Power Bills

The Supreme Court suggested considering linking unpaid traffic challans with electricity bills and discussed other measures to recover pending e-challan fines.

Supreme Court to hear plea against proposed UPI payment charges today

The Supreme Court will hear a PIL today challenging the proposed 0.4 per cent MDR on certain person-to-merchant UPI payments above Rs 2,000.

Over 2,000 citizens write to CJI seeking halt to SIR

More than 2,000 citizens have written to the CJI and Supreme Court judges seeking an immediate halt to the SIR process and an independent inquiry into the Election Commission.

Bhopal Master Plan and Sealing Drive Need Clearer Rules Now

Bhopal’s dispute over commercial activity in residential areas shows the need for clear rules, transparent sealing action and a practical new master plan.