Supreme Court on Compulsory Voting: No Penalties for Non-Voters
The Supreme Court rejected a PIL seeking compulsory voting, ruling that electoral participation cannot be enforced through penalties and must remain a voluntary democratic right.
NCERT Textbook Controversy: Blacklisted Experts Move Supreme Court
NCERT textbook controversy reaches the Supreme Court as three experts challenge their censure over a judiciary chapter, raising key questions on academic freedom and judicial oversight.
Governor Bound by Council of Ministers Article 161: Madras High Court Ruling
The Madras High Court has ruled that the Governor is bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers while exercising powers under Article 161. The Court clarified that no independent discretion exists in matters of remission and premature release of convicts, reaffirming established constitutional principles.
Scheduled Caste Status After Reconversion: Supreme Court Clarifies
The Supreme Court of India clarified that Scheduled Caste status after reconversion can be restored, subject to proof of community acceptance and social conditions.
Delhi High Court on Uttam Nagar Demolition: Court Questions MCD Over Notice Requirement
The Delhi High Court asked MCD not to undertake further demolition of houses linked to the Uttam Nagar Holi murder accused for now, while permitting petitioners to file a fresh plea challenging the civic body’s action.
Supreme Court Allows Passive Euthanasia for Man in Vegetative State Since 2013
The Supreme Court of India has allowed withdrawal of life support for a man who has remained in a vegetative state since 2013. The decision applies the principles laid down in the landmark Common Cause v. Union of India on passive euthanasia and the right to die with dignity.
Delhi High Court to Decide Whether Non-Advocates Can Appear Before Tribunals
The Delhi High Court is examining whether non-advocates can appear before tribunals under the Advocates Act, 1961. The ruling could significantly impact tribunal practice and professional representation in India.
Delhi High Court DPDP Act PIL: Centre Asked to Respond
Delhi High Court seeks the Centre’s response in a major DPDP Act PIL challenging surveillance powers, executive control, and privacy safeguards under India’s data protection law.
Supreme Court Keeps UGC’s Anti-Caste Discrimination Regulations, 2026 in Abeyance
The Supreme Court has kept the UGC Anti Caste Discrimination Regulations, 2026 in abeyance, citing vague definitions and exclusion of general category students from grievance redressal.
Non-Citizens Cannot Be Terminated Solely on Grounds of Nationality: Madras High Court Grants Relief to Sri Lankan Refugee
The Madras High Court ruled that non-citizens, including registered Sri Lankan Tamil refugees, are entitled to protection under Article 14 against arbitrary State action. Quashing SBI’s termination of a refugee employee, the Court held that nationality alone cannot justify removal from service when the appointment was lawful and non-fraudulent.