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Asaram's plea for interim bail: We don't want any untoward thing to happen, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has sought health updates on Asaram's condition for his bail plea. Rajasthan govt will submit an affidavit regarding his medical status by July 20. Asaram is seeking interim bail on medical grounds from the apex court. His conviction and life sentence were upheld by the Rajasthan High…

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SC flags 'frustration' over CBSE's digital marking system, seeks Centre's response

The Supreme Court voiced concern over student frustration with the CBSE's digital marking system. Justices noted systemic problems emerging within the digital evaluation process. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the court about ongoing systemic issue reviews. A one-member commission is examining the evaluation system for necessary changes. The court requested…

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Supreme Court imposes Rs 3 lakh cost on influencers Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia for 'misconduct'

The Supreme Court criticized Samay Raina and other YouTubers for their conduct. They were fined three rupees each for taking the court for a ride. The court noted Raina's failure to invite disabled persons to his shows. This action violated previous court orders and undertakings given by the influencers. The…

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Sonam Raghuvanshi Case: SC mulls larger bench reference in Meghalaya honeymoon murder case

The Supreme Court might send a bail case to a larger bench. This concerns a typographical error in an arrest memo for Sonam Raghuvanshi. The Meghalaya High Court had granted her bail based on this mistake. The state government argued the error was clerical and the crime was serious. The…

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SC agrees to hear plea filed by CBSE Class XII students from Gulf countries

The Supreme Court will hear pleas challenging the CBSE assessment scheme for Class XII students in Gulf countries. These students were affected by exam cancellations due to the Iran-US war. The court sought responses from the Centre and the CBSE on the matter. A separate plea regarding private candidates also…

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SC halts Delhi government's CAG audit of private discoms

The Supreme Court has put a hold on a CAG audit of three private power discoms in Delhi, a move initiated by the Delhi government concerning a massive Rs 38,500 crore in accumulated regulatory assets. The court questioned the legality of the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission's (DERC) decision to appoint…

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Honeymoon murder case: SC refuses to stay Meghalaya HC order granting bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi

The Supreme Court has declined to halt the Meghalaya High Court's bail order for Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of her husband's murder during their honeymoon. Despite the state's plea, citing serious allegations, the apex court noted Raghuvanshi's release and adjourned the hearing. The case involves the alleged conspiracy to murder her…

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Calcutta HC asks private bank to disclose corpus in TMC bank accounts

The Calcutta High Court has ordered a private bank to reveal the funds in the Trinamool Congress's frozen accounts. The court is examining a petition by the Mamata Banerjee faction challenging the debit freeze, which followed a complaint by rebel MLAs. The Bidhannagar Police will also present investigation records, with…

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Supreme Court dismisses plea against Manipur HC order extending panchayat polls deadline

The Supreme Court has declined to intervene in the Manipur High Court's decision to extend panchayat election deadlines to October 16. Appearing for the state, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta emphasized the government's obligation to comply with the high court's directives. The apex court found no grounds to challenge the high…

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Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya govt moves SC against HC order granting bail to prime accused Sonam Raghuvanshi

Meghalaya's government has approached the Supreme Court challenging the High Court's decision to grant bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of murdering her husband during their 2025 honeymoon in the state. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued the bail was granted based on a minor error in supplying arrest documents, raising concerns…

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New policy formulated for evaluation of Private CBSE students in Gulf countries: Centre to Supreme Court

The Supreme Court was informed by the Centre about a new CBSE policy for private students whose Class XII exams in Gulf countries were cancelled due to the Iran-US conflict. A distinct evaluation formula, considering Class X and last-attempted Class XII marks, has been notified. This addresses concerns of students…

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Tarun Tejpal case: Bombay High Court to hear concluding arguments by State of Goa on June 24

During the Bombay High Court hearing on Tarun Tejpal's acquittal in a rape case, the State argued the complainant was "virtually put on trial" with invasive questions about her personal life. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta highlighted her consistent testimony, even when asked about consensual sex, calling her a "sterling witness."…

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SC refuses to accord urgent hearing on pleas related to NEET-UG 2026

The Supreme Court has refused to urgently hear pleas challenging the NEET-UG 2026 re-test scheduled for June 21. A bench stated that all NEET matters will be heard by Justice Narasimha's bench in July. Petitions highlight concerns about inadequate preparation time and mental distress among aspirants due to the exam's…

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Telegram ban: Delhi HC upholds India's temporary ban on WhatsApp rival ahead of NEET re-test

The Delhi High Court has backed the government's decision to temporarily restrict Telegram access until June 22. This measure aims to stop the spread of fake NEET 2026 re-examination papers and related fraud. The government cited Telegram's architecture as a challenge for law enforcement. The National Testing Agency recommended the…

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Telegram a new ‘dark web’: Centre defends ban ahead of NEET retest

The remarks were made in a counter affidavit filed in response to Telegram's petition challenging the government's decision to temporarily restrict access to the platform ahead of the June 21 NEET-UG retest.

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Telegram challenges India block, saying it will hurt free speech rights

Telegram has taken a stand against India's temporary shutdown of its app in the courtroom, a decision enacted to prevent exam leaks. The messaging service contends that this ban undermines users' freedom of expression and violates their constitutional rights. Telegram argues that disabling the entire app is an unwarranted action.

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Telegram challenges temporary ban, saying it will hurt free speech rights

Telegram has challenged India's temporary ban on its app in a New Delhi court. The company argues the block, imposed to stop exam fraud, infringes on users' free speech and constitutional rights. This move punishes millions of Indian users instead of those responsible for exam leaks. The government maintains the…

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Delhi HC refuses PIL by Congress to direct reopening of CBSE class 12 re-evaluation portal

The Delhi High Court has declined to order the reopening of the CBSE portal for re-evaluation of class 12 answer sheets. The court stated that reopening the portal would delay the entire result declaration process. Individual students can approach the court if aggrieved. The Solicitor General informed the court that…

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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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NEET paper leak: SC stresses accountability; govt says PM personally supervising situation

The Supreme Court emphasized accountability for the NEET paper leak. Justices noted the traumatic impact on students and families. The government is taking the issue seriously, with the Prime Minister personally overseeing the situation. New mechanisms are in place for the NEET-UG re-test scheduled for June 21.

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Delhi Gymkhana Club vs Centre: The legal fight over one of India’s most elite social addresses

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its 27.3-acre Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5, citing urgent need for defence infrastructure and public projects. The club, a century-old elite institution, has challenged the order in the Delhi High Court, sparking a legal battle over reclaiming leased land…

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Twisha Sharma Dowry Death Case: Husband Ready to Surrender

A significant development unfolded on Friday in the ongoing Twisha Sharma dowry death case, as the accused husband, Samarth Singh, informed the Madhya Pradesh High Court that he is willing to surrender in connection with the investigation.

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Decided to bring back to India some persons deported to Bangladesh: Centre to SC

The Indian government will bring back individuals previously deported to Bangladesh. These people will then have their claims of Indian citizenship verified. The Supreme Court was informed of this decision. The process is expected to take about ten days. The court will hear the matter again in July. This move…

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Supreme Court bats for rationalisation of airfares, asks Centre to provide relief to people

The Supreme Court has taken a stand on air travel pricing, urging the government to implement fairer airfare practices. Observing substantial variations in ticket prices for concurrent flights, the court has advocated for measures that shield travelers from unexpected fare surges.

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A crowded courtroom, Kejriwal’s 10 reasons, and a bigger question: What makes a judge recuse?

An unusually high media presence combined with a heavy police bandobast was the first indication that a high-profile matter was going to be heard in the Delhi High Court.

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