Topic: Supreme Court

Supreme Court questions Delhi firecracker curbs, suggests Kohli awareness appeal

The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and Delhi government on firecrackers and pollution in Delhi-NCR, and suggested a Virat Kohli awareness appeal.

Sanjay Raut apologises unconditionally to CJI, denies intent to insult court

Sanjay Raut has tendered an unconditional apology to the CJI, saying insulting the court was not his intent, in the contempt matter before the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court questions EC over 47 lakh Delhi voter deletions

Supreme Court questions Election Commission over removal of nearly 47 lakh names from Delhi voter list during SIR, asks for easier inclusion process.

Supreme Court issues notice to Rahul Gandhi in journalist case

The Supreme Court has issued a notice in a case linked to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over allegations made by a journalist.

Supreme Court gives ECI ten days to file its reply

The Supreme Court hearing on petitions against CEC Gyanesh Kumar and the ECI has been deferred, with 10 days given to file a reply.

Supreme Court seeks replies in Maharashtra voter list deletion dispute

The Supreme Court has sought replies from the Election Commission, Centre and Maharashtra authorities over allegations of voter names being removed during SIR.

Supreme Court seeks Centre, state responses on Chhattisgarh conversion law

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and Chhattisgarh government on a petition challenging provisions of the Chhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Act, 2026.

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.