The Latest Breaking News from the Supreme Court

Days before Deepavali celebrations, the Supreme Court clarified on Tuesday that its orders to minimise air and noise pollution caused by firecrackers bind States across the country and not just Delhi National Capital Region. “Celebrations can take place, but with some moderation,” Justice M.M. Sundresh, on the Bench, said.

The Supreme Court is hearing its first case about guns since last year’s decision that called into question numerous gun control laws

In an upcoming Supreme Court case, the Cato Institute argues that the "threadbare procedures" required by federal law provide inadequate protection for constitutional rights.

Conscious of the mounting pendency in the Supreme Court and the need to function at its full sanctioned judicial strength of 34 judges, the Collegium headed by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud on Monday recommended the Chief Justices of three High Courts for appointment to the apex court.

VIJAYAWADA: The Supreme Court on Monday made the earlier interim order absolute granting anticipatory bail to Ganti Venkata Satya Bhaskar Prasad, one of the accused in alleged skill development case. Former chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu was arrested in the same case and presently out on interim bail. The Supreme…

Non-BJP ruled States have approached SC accusing Governors of using non-existent discretion to delay passing of crucial Bills. Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Punjab allege Bills in limbo for months/years, causing constitutional deadlock. SC had to intervene in April for Telangana Governor to clear Bills. Article 200 1st proviso says Governor…

The U.S. Supreme Court keeps putting off deciding whether to take up a challenge to New York's rent control scheme.

The Hindu Evening Wrap on November 06, 2023

HC hears bail petition of J. Srinivasa Rao, accused in Kodi-Kathi case. Petition seeks to set aside orders of Special Judge denying bail. Petitioner's counsel argues for speedy trial, citing SC judgments. SC has held pre-conviction detention is punitive & violates presumption of innocence. Adjourned to Nov 15.