New Delhi: The Supreme Court has called for a fresh look at the exemption given to minority-run schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, observing that the 2014 Constitution Bench ruling shielding such institutions appears contrary to the spirit of the law. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Manmohan urged the Chief Justice Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday made it clear that Governors cannot justify keeping bills pending for as long as six months without action. The sharp observation came during a hearing on the President’s reference regarding the powers of Governors and the President over state legislation. Appearing for the Centre, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has ordered a high-level probe into Vantara, Reliance Foundation’s ambitious wildlife rehabilitation and conservation project in Gujarat. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by former Supreme Court judge Justice J. Chelameswar will scrutinize alleged violations of environmental, wildlife, and financial regulations, including the transfer of animals to the facility. Joining Read More…
The court had ordered all strays to be rounded up and confined to shelters—warning of penalties for non-compliance. But the ruling triggered nationwide outrage, with animal welfare groups, citizens, and celebrities condemning the move as cruel and impractical, given the absence of adequate shelters. Responding to the backlash, the court issued a revised ruling on Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that individuals excluded from the draft voters’ list during the Special Summary Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar can submit their Aadhaar details to claim inclusion. The order came while the Court was hearing a batch of petitions challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) June Read More…
The Supreme Court of India has withdrawn its earlier directive to move Delhi’s nearly one million stray dogs into shelters, following widespread public outcry. The top court has now opted for a more humane, science-driven approach that seeks to balance animal rights with public safety. The revised ruling allows only those dogs that are sterilized, Read More…
The Supreme Court has upheld the Kerala High Court’s order suspending toll collection for four weeks at the Paliyekkara toll plaza on NH-544, citing the highway’s poor condition and crippling traffic jams. Appeals by the NHAI and toll operator Guruvayoor Infrastructure Ltd. were dismissed. A bench led by CJI B.R. Gavai slammed the inefficiency in Read More…
The Supreme Court has clarified that the Kerala Chief Minister will have the final say in setting the priority order of candidates for Vice-Chancellor appointments in the state’s Digital and Technical Universities. The Governor, acting as Chancellor, is required to make the appointment strictly in line with this list. The court directed that the Search Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition alleging that cassia—a spice considered harmful and potentially carcinogenic—is being sold in Kerala under the guise of cinnamon. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta observed that the issue falls under spice adulteration and noted that the Kerala High Court had already directed authorities Read More…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday issued sharp criticism against the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and concessionaire Guruvayur Constructions, questioning the rationale behind collecting toll fees despite the poor condition of the Paliyekkara Toll Plaza stretch in Kerala. Hearing appeals against a Kerala High Court order halting toll collection for four weeks, Read More…