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Exclusion of married daughter from definition of 'family' manifestly arbitrary: SC

The Supreme Court has ruled that married daughters are eligible for compassionate appointments. The court found excluding them from the definition of 'family' to be arbitrary and unconstitutional. This decision overturns a High Court order. The apex court emphasized that dependency, not marital status, should be the key factor.

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Can govt employee be terminated from service for suppressing higher qualification: SC to examine

The Supreme Court will review a Telangana High Court ruling. The ruling upheld the termination of a Scheduled Tribe employee for not disclosing higher qualifications. The employee was 'intermediate pass' but applied for a 'tenth pass' job. The court noted that higher qualifications should not be a ground for disqualification.…

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Even casual employee can claim pension: SC says pension is a right, not favour

The Supreme Court ruled that government employees cannot be denied pension for decades of service due to a lack of formal regularization. In a significant victory for a Bihar widow, the court declared pension an earned legal entitlement, not a discretionary benefit, rejecting the government's financial burden argument.

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CJI administers oath of office to five new SC judges, strength rises to 37

Five new judges have taken oath as Supreme Court judges. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant administered the oath. The Supreme Court now has 37 judges, the highest ever. This follows an increase in the sanctioned strength to 38.

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Robe & Gavel: SCOTUS releases new opinions

Welcome to the June 1 edition of Robe & Gavel, Ballotpedia’s newsletter about the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) and other judicial happenings around the U.S.

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Trump Claims Courts Are 'RIGGED' After Kennedy Center Ruling, Warns SCOTUS Could Rule Against Birthright Citizenship Too

The president also criticized the Supreme Court's February decision invalidating most of his tariffs, which the court ruled exceeded presidential authority

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Justice Thomas Faults The Court's Inconsistent Approach to Summary Reversals

This aspect of the "shadow" docket is largely ignored.

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After issuing more than $20 billion in tariff refunds, the Trump administration is now pursuing legal action to bring the process to a standstill

The Justice Department said in a court filing it would appeal a federal judge’s order allowing all importers—not just those who sued the administration—to seek out refunds.

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Alabama groups urge Supreme Court to halt congressional map

Challengers to Alabama’s latest redistricting push urged the Supreme Court on Monday not to let the state use a congressional map in this fall’s elections that a lower court found likely discriminated against Black voters. The groups, including voters and Democratic officials in the state, argued the justices should keep…

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Reply to plea seeking compliance with recommendations of disability commissions: Supreme Court notice to Centre

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre for its response on a plea seeking guidelines for timely compliance with recommendations from disability commissions. The petition highlights implementation gaps in grievance redressal for persons with disabilities. It points out that authorities often fail to comply or provide reasons. It has also…

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Supreme Court questions Waqf institution's plea for court fees exemption in tribunals

The Supreme Court questioned the legal foundation for Waqf institutions to be exempt from paying court fees. This came up during a hearing concerning a Gujarat High Court decision. The High Court had previously ruled that Waqf institutions must pay court fees for cases before the State Waqf Tribunal. Petitioners…

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Supreme Court refuses to accept plea to conduct NEET-UG retest in CBT mode

The Supreme Court has rejected a request to conduct the NEET-UG 2026 re-test in computer-based format. Justices stated the National Testing Agency (NTA) faces too many issues. The re-examination is scheduled for June 21. The court emphasized the NTA's current pressures. Future NEET exams may shift to computer-based testing after…

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SC asks Karnataka HC to expeditiously decide ED-Embassy dispute, declines to interfere with interim order

A Bench of Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Augustine George Masih passed the order while hearing a Special Leave Petition filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against an interim order of the Karnataka High Court in proceedings involving Embassy East Business Park Pvt. Ltd. and others.

The Economic Times

Will not allow senior advocates to argue during partial court working days: SC

The Supreme Court has decided to bar senior advocates from mentioning or arguing cases during partial court working days until July 12. This move aims to encourage younger lawyers to present their arguments. Justices Vikram Nath, P.S. Narasimha, and Sanjay Karol's benches reiterated this policy, emphasizing that only junior lawyers…

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TV broadcasters may move Apex Court against Delhi HC ruling on advertisement cap

TV broadcasters plan to challenge a Delhi High Court ruling in the Supreme Court. The court upheld Trai's power to limit TV ads to 12 minutes per hour. Broadcasters fear this will hurt their revenue. The Indian TV industry relies heavily on advertising income. This decision could impact their business…

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143 illegal structures to be removed in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh as SC upholds road widening project

Demolitions began Sunday in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh. Authorities cleared 143 illegal structures. The Supreme Court upheld orders for road widening. This action follows a Supreme Court dismissal of a petition. The project aims to ease congestion. Affected families receive a relief package. Demolitions will continue until encroachments are removed.

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How the Supreme Court is reshaping the US midterm elections

The US Supreme Court is set to decide two crucial election law cases. One case challenges rules on counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day. The other case questions limits on money spent by political parties in coordination with candidates. These rulings could significantly shape upcoming elections and the balance…

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Trump Administration Will Appeal Ruling Requiring Tariff Refunds

They claim the injunction requiring refunds cannot be universal, and can only apply to those businesses who filed lawsuits seeking recovery.

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Trump moves to block wider tariff refunds, appeals order covering all importers

In a landmark Supreme Court ruling, businesses are cashing in on refunds for import tariffs. Yet, the Trump administration intends to challenge the ruling that mandates refunds for all firms, a move that may hinder the momentum. To date, billions have been returned to companies, and the total could rise.

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PSOE's legal storm: Nine cases closing in on Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez

The government came under increasing pressure this week after authorities searched the Socialist Party's Madrid headquarters.

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Vinesh Phogat gets WFI nod to compete in 53 kg at Asian Games trials

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat's entry in the women's 53kg category for the Asian Games selection trials has been accepted by the WFI, following a Supreme Court decision. This clears the Olympian to compete after a disqualification at the Paris Olympics and a maternity break, despite earlier eligibility concerns.

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Trump & co appeal US court ruling that could force broad repayment of 'illegal' tariffs

The Trump administration will appeal a judge's order for across-the-board refunds of illegal tariffs, potentially creating legal chaos. This follows a Supreme Court ruling that the tariffs were unlawful. The Justice Department is challenging the judge's nationwide authority to oversee the refund process, even as a customs portal is underway.

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HC ruling on Google keyword ads likely to reshape e-advertising

A Delhi High Court ruling has stopped Google from auctioning trademarked names as ad keywords. This decision impacts how companies advertise online. Established brands are set to benefit. Smaller companies may face challenges in gaining visibility. The ruling could reshape digital advertising strategies across various sectors in India.

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E. Jean Carroll won her SA case against Donald Trump. Now the DOJ has launched a criminal investigation into her

Trump holds that she isn’t ‘his type.’

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Supreme Court provides relief to Reliance in 2007 securities market fraud case

Reliance Industries Ltd received relief from India's Supreme Court. The court overturned a lower court ruling and a 2020 order by the markets regulator. This order had alleged manipulative trading practices by the company. The Supreme Court directed SEBI to refund 2.5 billion rupees to Reliance. The case involved a…

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