The Latest Breaking News from SC

SC lays down guidelines on computation of income of motor accident victims

The Supreme Court has established new guidelines for determining motor accident compensation based on Income Tax Returns. For salaried individuals, only the previous year's ITR will be considered, while self-employed persons will have their average income from the last three years used. This aims to bring uniformity to compensation awards…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Parents' support to wife doesn't relieve husband of maintenance duty: Allahabad HC

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a husband cannot deny maintenance to his wife simply because her parents offer financial help. The court emphasized that parental support is not the wife's income and doesn't absolve the husband of his legal duty. Allowing a wife's plea, the High Court increased…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Police encounter in Bihar: SC junks plea seeking CBI probe, constitution of expert committee

The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea for an independent probe into the alleged "extra-judicial killing" of activist Bharat Bhushan Tiwari in a Bihar police encounter. Justices directed the petitioner to approach the Patna High Court. Tiwari's family claims he surrendered before being shot, while police stated they fired…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

West Bengal: SC allows petitioner to approach Calcutta HC with plea over exclusion from ration list

The Supreme Court has permitted a petitioner to take his plea to the Calcutta High Court, alleging that individuals excluded from West Bengal's special electoral roll revision are being removed from ration lists. The state's Food and Supplies Department initiated a verification drive to identify and delete ineligible Public Distribution…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

'We need doctors in this country', says SC; dismisses plea concerning fee structure

The Supreme Court has declined to intervene in a petition challenging exorbitant fees in Rajasthan's private medical colleges, stating the nation's urgent need for doctors. Justices noted that self-financing institutions cannot be expected to match government college fees. While acknowledging the high tuition, the court pointed to scholarship options, ultimately…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

SC bats for creation of young lawyers' professional assistance fund to stop 'brain drain'

The Supreme Court has called for a "Young Lawyers' Professional Assistance Fund" to combat the exodus of bright legal minds facing financial struggles. Recognizing the plight of new and first-generation lawyers, the court emphasized the need for support during their formative years. The bench also highlighted the critical infrastructure needs…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Right to walk on demarcated footpath is fundamental right: SC

The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk on footpaths a fundamental right. This right takes precedence over motorised vehicles. The court emphasized that this right is integral to movement and life. Urban authorities have a duty to build and maintain safe footpaths. Citizens can seek legal remedies for…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Sabarimala women entry issue resurfaces following ex-TDB chief's allegations

Alleged disclosures by former Travancore Devaswom Board president A Padmakumar have reignited the Sabarimala women's entry controversy. Reports suggest Padmakumar claimed he and a senior police officer were deliberately kept away from the temple premises on the day two women entered. He reportedly alleged a highly influential person orchestrated this.…

The Economic Times · Jun 14

Premarital sex is common today, can't be used to judge a person's character: SC

The Supreme Court has ruled that consensual premarital relationships between adults do not constitute moral turpitude. Overturning a Telangana government decision, the court allowed a police aspirant's recruitment, stating such relationships are common and shouldn't negatively impact character assessment. The bench emphasized sensitivity to changing social norms.

The Economic Times · Jun 9

Supreme Court issues notice to CBSE on plea to declare Class 12 improvement examination result

The SC has taken up a case involving a Saudi Arabian student. He seeks his Class 12 improvement exam results from the CBSE. The court has issued a notice to the CBSE. The student's career and higher education prospects are at stake. Examinations in several Gulf countries were cancelled due…

The Economic Times · Jun 8