Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court questioning the legality of Deepak Prakash's reappointment as a Bihar Minister despite his unelected status. The case raises important constitutional questions about ministerial appointments.
The Allahabad High Court criticized the UP Police for acting beyond their mandate in private property disputes, asserting that criminal law must adhere to statutory definitions and cannot be misapplied.
The Tamil Nadu government plans to withdraw its review application regarding a DVAC case against DMK leader KN Nehru. The Madras High Court has restrained further proceedings in the case until June 23.
The Allahabad High Court clarified that the pendency of a stay application does not suspend operative court orders, stressing the necessity of compliance until specifically stayed.
The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) has filed a Public Interest Litigation in the Delhi High Court regarding alleged irregularities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system affecting class 12 evaluations.
The Supreme Court collegium has recommended Senior Advocate KV Viswanathan for appointment as a Supreme Court judge, which could make him the fourth Chief Justice of India elevated directly from the bar.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of four Chief Justices and one Senior Advocate to the Supreme Court, a step reflecting ongoing judicial restructuring and capacity expansion.
The Central government has approved the appointment of five judges to the Supreme Court, including four Chief Justices and Senior Advocate V Mohana, following an increase in the court's sanctioned strength. This marks a significant expansion in the judiciary's capabilities.
The Kerala High Court has quashed an order denying input tax credit, ruling that taxpayers who filed their returns within the extended cut-off date are entitled to the credit under Section 16(5). This decision clarifies statutory entitlements regarding timely filings.
A Delhi court has issued a notice to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding a plea for filing an FIR against him for alleged hate speech made during an event.
The Supreme Court has agreed to review the validity of minimum cut-off marks in judicial service recruitment interviews, responding to concerns regarding fairness in the selection process.
The Delhi High Court Bar Association has filed a challenge against the formation of a committee to examine an increase in pecuniary jurisdiction for district courts. The matter is set to be heard by the court.