Uddipta Goutam Sharma
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SC NewsSC Slams ‘Consider Jurisprudence’: Courts Must Grant Relief Instead of Endless Remands
The Supreme Court has cautioned High Courts against repeatedly sending disputes back to authorities without deciding rights. If a litigant legally deserves relief, the Court said it must be granted immediately — not postponed through procedural cycles.
SC NewsSC Initiates Suo Motu Action Over NCERT Textbook: “Judiciary Cannot Be Defamed”
The Chief Justice objected to Class 8 material discussing “corruption in judiciary” and ordered suo motu proceedings. The move raises a larger debate on institutional accountability versus institutional confidence in education.
SC NewsHigh Courts Cannot Grant Interim Relief After Rejecting Writs: SC
The Court says once a writ is declined due to alternate remedy, interim protection cannot survive. The ruling clarifies limits of Article 226 jurisdiction and restores procedural discipline.
SC NewsSupreme Court Stays Criminal Case Against Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Over ED Summons
The Court pauses prosecution for alleged non-compliance with PMLA summons and questions the ED’s litigation strategy. The ruling highlights limits of criminalising appearance disputes during ongoing investigation.
SC NewsSupreme Court Upholds BNSS Provision Allowing Judges To Head Prosecution Wing
Court rejects separation-of-powers challenge and clarifies Sessions Judges can be eligible for prosecution posts — but cannot act as judge and prosecutor simultaneously. The ruling strengthens the prosecution framework under the new criminal laws.
SC NewsMinisters Targeting Communities Violate Constitution: SC
The Court emphasises fraternity as a constitutional value and says even public figures cannot vilify any community. At the same time, it protects artistic expression under free speech principles.
HC NewsMadras HC: State Cannot Perpetuate Caste Through Temple Invitations
Court rules government authorities cannot issue temple festival invitations reinforcing caste hierarchy. Judgment strengthens constitutional morality over customary social practice.
SC News“Travesty Of Justice”: SC Suspends Murder Sentence Over 10-Year Appeal Delay
Supreme Court rules that prolonged delay in hearing criminal appeals justifies suspension of sentence even in serious offences. Bench revives the 1977 principle that liberty cannot be sacrificed to judicial backlog.
SC NewsSupreme Court Rejects Plea To Ban Mosques Named After Babur
Court declines to entertain sweeping PIL seeking nationwide prohibition; says judiciary cannot police historical or ideological disputes.
SC NewsSC Slams Andhra Police Over “Politician Nexus”, Questions Lax Probe Against YSRCP MLC
Supreme Court expresses serious concern over investigation lapses in murder case involving a ruling party legislator. Court warns that criminal justice system cannot appear compromised by political influence.
SC NewsSC Flags Green Cover As Key To Clean Air, Calls For Long-Term Solutions To Delhi Pollution
Supreme Court emphasises tree plantation and ecological planning as sustainable answers to Delhi’s air crisis. Bench signals shift from emergency firefighting measures toward structural environmental reform.
SC NewsSupreme Court Declines to Enter Flex Board Ban Row in Kerala
Supreme Court refuses to entertain PIL seeking action against illegal hoardings and flex boards across Kerala. Court reiterates that enforcement of municipal and police regulations cannot be routinely monitored from Delhi.