Articles by Tanzeel Sarwar
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Supreme Court JudgementSC Declines Probe into CLAT 2026 Paper Leak Allegations, Cites Delay in Filing
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea seeking an independent investigation into alleged leaks of the CLAT 2026 question paper.
High Court JudgementsKogilu Layout Demolitions: Karnataka HC Seeks State’s Response on "Illegal" Eviction Claims
The Karnataka High Court has issued a notice to the State government following a PIL challenging the demolition of homes in Bengaluru's Kogilu Layout. While residents allege they were evicted without notice after decades of residence, the State maintains the land is government property and claims rehabilitation is underway. The Court declined immediate interim relief but demanded a detailed response from the State by January 22 regarding the legality of the drive and relief measures.
Supreme Court JudgementState Can't Cite "Serious Crime" to Deny Bail if Trial is Stalled: Supreme Court
In a significant verdict reinforcing personal liberty, the Supreme Court has ruled that the gravity of an alleged offence cannot override the constitutional right to a speedy trial. Granting bail in a PMLA case (Arvind Dham v. Directorate of Enforcement), the Court held that prolonged pre-trial detention without reasonable trial progress effectively becomes punishment, violating Article 21. The judgment clarifies that even in serious economic offences, the State cannot justify indefinite incarceration if it fails to ensure timely proceedings.
NewsSupreme Court Declines Urgent Hearing on Plea to Stop PM's Chadar Offering at Ajmer Sharif
The Supreme Court declined the request for an urgent hearing on a plea aimed at restraining the Prime Minister from presenting a ceremonial chadar at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah.
Supreme Court JudgementSupreme Court of india Weekly Report: Landmark Cases, PILs & Judicial Reforms – Week 4 November 2025 Analysis
A complete roundup of the Supreme Court’s most important rulings and hearings from the 4th week of November 2025.
Supreme Court JudgementJustice Manmohan: AI Could Clear 60% of India's Litigation Backlog by Handling Routine Disputes
Supreme Court Justice Manmohan says AI can handle 60% of routine cases like traffic challans. Read about the new SU-PACE tool and the future of Indian courts.
Supreme Court JudgementSupreme Court Refers Plea for Separate Buddhist Personal Law to Law Commission
The Supreme Court has declined to directly issue a separate legal code for the Buddhist community, ruling that legislative changes fall under Parliament's domain. The Court has referred the plea—which seeks to separate Buddhist matters from Hindu Personal Law—to the Law Commission of India to be examined alongside ongoing discussions on the Uniform Civil Code.
Supreme Court JudgementAppellate Courts Can Grant Interim Relief Even If Suit Is Dismissed By Trial Court: Supreme Court
Meta Description: Supreme Court rules that appellate courts can grant interim relief and status quo orders even if the trial court dismissed the suit. Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan set aside Gujarat HC order.
NewsSupreme Court Asks Petitioners Alleging Sexual Abuse In ISKCON-Run Schools To Approach Child Rights Commissions
Supreme Court disposes of plea alleging sexual abuse in ISKCON schools; directs petitioners to approach NCPCR and State Commissions. Justice BV Nagarathna & R Mahadevan pass order
Supreme Court JudgementSupreme Court Issues Notice On MDMK Leader Vaiko's Plea Challenging Special Intensive Revision Of Electoral Rolls In Tamil Nadu
Supreme Court issues notice on MDMK leader Vaiko's plea challenging the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu. CJI Surya Kant's bench tags the matter with DMK's plea for hearing on December 2
NewsJustice Surya Kant Sworn In as 53rd Chief Justice of India
Justice Surya Kant takes oath as India’s 53rd Chief Justice, marking the start of his tenure with distinguished leaders in attendance.
NewsJustice Vikram Nath Nominated as NALSA Executive Chairman by President of India
The President of India has nominated Supreme Court Judge Justice Vikram Nath as the Executive Chairman of NALSA, effective November 24, 2025. This nomination, announced by the Ministry of Law and Justice, upholds the tradition of selecting the second senior-most Supreme Court judge for this important legal services role.