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- Karnataka High Court Rejects Revenue Plea to Compare Goldman Sachs with Infosys in Transfer Pricing Dispute
News · 7 Oct 2026
A Division Bench of Justice S.G. Pandit and Justice Chillakur Sumalatha upheld an Income Tax Appellate Tribunal decision excluding Infosys Ltd and Infosys BPO Ltd from comparable companies in a transfer pricing assessment for Goldman Sachs Services Pvt Ltd for assessment year 2014-15. The court affirmed that software giants of such scale cannot serve as valid comparables.
- Karnataka High Court Dismisses Challenge to State-Appointed Administrator for Kannada Sahitya Parishat
News · 7 Oct 2026
The High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging the Karnataka government's September 2025 appointment of an administrator to manage the Kannada Sahitya Parishat. The court clarified that the administrator's appointment must strictly adhere to Section 27 of the Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1960, and refrained from resolving broader governance disputes.
- Karnataka High Court Orders Mother to Return Minor Son to United States Following Custody Jurisdiction Violation
News · 7 Oct 2026
A Division Bench of Justice Anu Sivaraman and Justice T.P. Vivekananda directed an Indian mother to return to the United States with her two-year-old American citizen child on October 1, 2026. The child had been brought to India in violation of restraining orders issued by a Washington Family Court. The bench held that the mother could not unilaterally remove the child from competent American court jurisdiction.
- Karnataka High Court Scraps Illegal Slaughter Case Due to Police Raid Before FIR Registration
News · 7 Oct 2026
Justice Rajesh Rai K quashed criminal proceedings against Zainul Abdeen accused of illegal cattle slaughter, after finding police raided his godown and seized beef without registering an FIR first. The court held that taking substantial investigative steps before lodging an FIR rendered the entire proceeding legally unsustainable and vitiated the proceedings.
- Karnataka High Court Quashes Protest Case Against 15 Individuals Over Rohith Vemula Death Demonstration
News · 7 Oct 2026
Justice H.P. Sandesh quashed criminal proceedings against 15 persons booked for raising slogans and displaying flags during a February 2016 Bengaluru protest following Rohith Vemula's death. The court exercised inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC, holding that the charge-sheet failed to establish an unlawful assembly as contemplated under the Indian Penal Code.
- Karnataka High Court Imposes ₹2 Lakh Cost on Husband for Challenging Maintenance Order After Voluntary Payments
News · 7 Oct 2026
Justice Lalitha Kanneganti dismissed a husband's writ petition challenging an interim maintenance order of Rs 1,10,000 per month in Dr K. Prem Anand v. Dr Susan Isaac, imposing costs of Rs 2,00,000 on him. The court observed that a man who voluntarily paid maintenance cannot later claim inability to pay or argue the wife is capable of earning.
- Karnataka High Court Rejects ₹10 Crore Income Tax Addition Based on Uncorroborated Loose Sheet Scribblings
News · 7 Oct 2026
The High Court ruled that a ₹10 crore income tax addition could not be sustained when the Assessing Officer relied solely on figures scribbled on loose sheets found during a search of Global Tech Park Pvt. Ltd., without corroborative material showing payment of unaccounted consideration. The court held that income tax additions cannot rest on uncorroborated loose-sheet scribblings alone.
- Supreme Court Addresses Use of AI-Generated Judicial Precedents in Insolvency Proceedings
News · 7 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court, in Pooja Ramesh Singh v. Jammu and Kashmir Bank Ltd. & Anr. (2026 INSC 668; Civil Appeal No. 11950 of 2025), with a Bench of Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe, addressed an NCLT order in a Section 7 Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, 2016 case that was partly based on AI-generated judicial precedents that did not exist. The Supreme Court formulated a principle for AI-generated documents in adjudication and directed the Bar Council of India to examine the issue of professional conduct, adopting a zero-tolerance stance against using unvalidated AI-generated judgments.
- Supreme Court Clarifies Inadmissible Section 67 Confession Not Grounds to Quash NDPS Case
News · 7 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court, in a judgment dated October 1, 2026, by Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K. Vinod Chandran (2026 INSC 1083), set aside a Karnataka High Court order that quashed an NDPS case involving an accused who fled after 32.615 kg of ganja was seized. The Court clarified that while a Section 67 confession or Section 53A disclosure under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, has no evidentiary value at trial, it can be used by investigators to gather further evidence. The Court distinguished this from cases concerning convictions or bail cancellation, restoring the pending trial.
- Supreme Court Directs Payment of Annual Increment to Regularized Daily Wagers Upon Retirement
News · 7 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court, in Chhaganbhai Kohyabhai Pateliya and Others v. State of Gujarat and Others (Civil Appeal arising out of SLP (C) No. 26129 of 2025), with a Bench of Justice Sanjay Kumar and Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva, ruled on October 6, 2026, that employees once regularized from daily-wage status cannot be denied the benefit of annual increment merely because retirement follows closely after it is earned. The Court directed authorities to calculate and pay the dues of each appellant and proforma respondent within 30 days with 6% interest per annum for any default. This decision reaffirms that the State cannot revive the original entry method to trim benefits after converting long-serving daily wagers into permanent employees.
- Supreme Court Rules Courts Cannot Alter Essential Qualifications in Recruitment Rules
News · 7 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court, in Santosh B. Naik v. State of Goa & Ors. (Civil Appeal No. 13460 of 2026), delivered on October 6, 2026, by a Bench of Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi, held that courts cannot expand or alter essential qualifications prescribed by recruiting authorities. The case arose from a recruitment dispute for the post of Vocational Instructor (Practical) in the Plumber trade under the Directorate of Skills Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of Goa. The Court emphasized that the specific words in Recruitment Rules must be given effect and judicial review cannot add to or enlarge eligibility conditions.
- Supreme Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings Against In-Laws in Matrimonial Dispute
News · 7 Oct 2026
A Supreme Court Bench comprising Justice N. Kotiswar Singh and Justice N.V. Anjaria on October 6, 2026, set aside a Calcutta High Court order and quashed criminal proceedings against a woman's parents-in-law initiated under Sections 498A, 406, and 506 IPC and Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961. The Court held that general and omnibus allegations lacking specific overt acts or independent investigative material cannot subject in-laws to criminal trial in matrimonial disputes. The complaint, lodged on November 21, 2023, alleged verbal taunts and dowry demands after the couple moved into the in-laws' residence.
- Supreme Court Acquits Rape and Murder Convict Due to Broken Circumstantial Evidence Chain
News · 7 Oct 2026
A Supreme Court Bench of Justice Ujjal Bhuyan and Justice Atul S. Chandurkar allowed a criminal appeal (Santosh Gurung v. State of Sikkim) on October 1, 2026, acquitting Santosh Gurung who was convicted under Sections 376(2)(i), 302, and 201 IPC and Sections 4 and 6 of the POCSO Act. The Court ruled that the prosecution failed to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt as the circumstantial evidence did not form a complete chain and DNA did not link the victim to the accused. The judgment reiterates that circumstantial evidence must exclude every hypothesis of innocence and Section 313 CrPC cannot fill gaps in the prosecution's case.
- Karnataka High Court Invalidates Insurance Policy Condition Prohibiting Agricultural Vehicle Hire Use Under Motor Vehicles Act
News · 6 Oct 2026
Justice Hanchate Sanjeev Kumar of the Karnataka High Court ruled that an insurer cannot deny liability by invoking a policy condition barring hire or reward use of an agricultural tractor-trailer, as such conditions contradict the Motor Vehicles Act and Central Motor Vehicle Rules. The court directed National Insurance Company to indemnify the tractor-trailer owner and pay compensation totaling Rs 12 lakh to families of three accident victims, modifying the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's April 28, 2012 order that had held the owner liable.
- Supreme Court Directs Centre to Sensitise Fishermen Over Katchatheevu Island Maritime Boundary
News · 6 Oct 2026
A bench of Justice Sanjay Kumar and Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva heard writ petitions challenging the 1974 Indo-Sri Lankan Maritime Agreement ceding Katchatheevu island and restricting Indian fishing rights. The petitioners argued Schedule I of the Constitution required amendment for ratification, which was never done, and highlighted repeated arrests of Indian fishermen crossing into Sri Lankan waters. The Court orally remarked that fishermen need sensitisation against crossing the maritime boundary and listed the matter for February 2027.
- Karnataka High Court Rules Revenue Authorities Cannot Reject Family Tree Applications Based on Residence Outside Jurisdiction
News · 6 Oct 2026
Justice M.G.S. Kamal on October 5, 2026, ruled that revenue authorities cannot reject applications for surviving family members certificates or family tree merely because some family members reside outside the tahsildar's territorial jurisdiction. The court set aside rejections of B.S. Abhinandan Kumar's application and directed the tahsildar to issue the certificate.
- Karnataka High Court Questions ED's 12-Year Delay in FEMA Proceedings Against Cafe Coffee Day CEO
News · 6 Oct 2026
Justice KS Hemalekha on October 6, 2026, orally observed that the Enforcement Directorate cannot initiate FEMA proceedings against Cafe Coffee Day CEO Malavika Hegde after a 12-year delay regarding a 2010 transaction. The court permitted ED three weeks to file objections and extended interim relief previously granted to Hegde, posting the matter for November 4 hearing.
- Karnataka High Court Questions State on Deletion of Defamation Charge in BJP Leader's FIR
News · 6 Oct 2026
Justice Anant Ramanath Hegde on October 6, 2026, questioned the State regarding deletion of defamation charges from an FIR against BJP leader Pratap Simha registered on September 20 and 22, 2026. The court noted the FIR was sent to a court lacking jurisdiction and the deletion order also came from a Sessions Court without jurisdiction, with the State characterizing it as a procedural irregularity.
- Petitioner Urges SIT to Register FIRs in 74 Dharmasthala Unnatural Death Cases
News · 6 Oct 2026
Before a Division Bench of Justice Anu Sivaraman and Justice K.S. Bharath Kumar on October 5, 2026, a petitioner argued the Special Investigation Team must register FIRs and investigate 74 unnatural death cases around Dharmasthala rather than awaiting DG&IGP transfer orders. The petitioner, mother of an alleged 2012 rape-murder victim, presented SIT reports and RTI correspondence showing the SIT claimed no suo motu investigation authority despite being declared a police station.
- Supreme Court Issues Notice on PIL to Fill Vacancies in State Human Rights Commissions
News · 6 Oct 2026
A bench headed by CJI Surya Kant issued notice on a PIL filed by the Association of Retired Judges of Supreme Court and High Courts of India seeking time-bound filling of vacant positions in State Human Rights Commissions. The Court noted many SHRCs are non-functional or have vacant Chairperson and Member posts, with prolonged Acting arrangements in several states. The petition seeks compliance with Section 21 of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
- Supreme Court Issues Notice on PILs Alleging CEC's Unilateral Decisions and Massive Voter Deletions
News · 6 Oct 2026
A bench including CJI Surya Kant issued notice on PILs filed by Rakesh Kumar Singh and Shailendra Mani Tripathi alleging CEC Gyanesh Kumar made 14 decisions between October 2025 and August 2026 without other Election Commissioners' concurrence. The petitions seek criminal prosecution for alleged violations including deletion of 13 crore voters and unauthorized Form 6 modifications. The Court warned that unilateral EC decisions could be annulled and sought responses within a week.
- Supreme Court Upholds Maintainability of PILs Challenging Great Nicobar Island Project
News · 6 Oct 2026
A bench comprising CJI Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohana refused to interfere with a Calcutta High Court order deeming PILs challenging the Great Nicobar Island infrastructure project maintainable. The Centre's challenge to petitioner Meena Gupta's locus standi was rejected, and the Supreme Court requested expedited hearing on November 25-26. Justice Bagchi orally observed that preservation of indigenous culture is a constitutionally protected fundamental right.
- Supreme Court Directs Centre to File Affidavit on Central Secretariat Library Space Under Central Vista Plan
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court directed the Centre to file an affidavit detailing space allocation under the Central Vista Plan for the 135-year-old Central Secretariat Library. This suo motu direction in the library's relocation case reflects the Court's concern for preservation and proper accommodation of the historical institution. The order indicates judicial scrutiny of heritage preservation within major redevelopment projects.
- Supreme Court Establishes Differentiated Corroboration Standards for Sexual Offence Evidence
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court held that evidence and testimony in sexual offence cases must be assessed with different standards of corroboration depending on whether the alleged incident occurred in private domestic settings or public spaces. This ruling acknowledges the distinct evidentiary challenges in evaluating sensitive matters across different contexts. The decision provides nuanced guidance for trial courts in sexual assault prosecutions.
- Supreme Court Refuses Interim Suspension of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Issues Notice on Governance Concerns
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, a bench led by CJI Surya Kant refused to pass an interim order suspending Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar but issued notice to the Election Commission and Centre. The plea challenges the CEC's alleged individual exercise of powers vested in the Commission without concurrence of two Election Commissioners. The Court's cautious approach balances immediate intervention with the need for substantive responses on institutional governance.
- Supreme Court Distances Itself from Electoral Roll Form 6 Modifications, Scrutinizes Election Commission
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, a three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant clarified that the Supreme Court had not approved modifications to Form 6 used in Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The Court issued notice to the Election Commission of India and Centre, seeking responses within a week on a plea challenging the manner in which CEC Gyanesh Kumar allegedly made decisions without approval of two Election Commissioners. The ruling emphasizes the Court's concern over unilateral executive action in electoral matters.
- Seven-Judge Constitution Bench Disposes Legislative Privileges Case, Leaves Legal Questions Open
News · 6 Oct 2026
A seven-judge Constitution bench headed by CJI Surya Kant disposed of writ petitions concerning legislative privileges of MLAs and their effect on freedom of speech, including 'N. Ravi v. Speaker, Legislative Assembly Chennai'. The petitions became infructuous due to withdrawal of the Tamil Nadu Assembly resolution in 2004. However, the bench explicitly kept the underlying constitutional questions open for adjudication in future appropriate proceedings.
- Supreme Court Agrees to Urgently Hear Punjab's Challenge to CBI Probe into CM's Office
News · 6 Oct 2026
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant agreed on October 6, 2026, to urgently hear Punjab government's plea challenging a State High Court order directing CBI investigation into corruption allegations against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's office. The State's counsel argued the High Court order violated federalism principles, particularly given Punjab's poll-bound status. The matter raises significant questions about the balance between federal oversight and state autonomy in sensitive investigations.
- Supreme Court Dismisses PIL Seeking Mandatory Daily Preamble Recitation in Schools
News · 6 Oct 2026
A bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and Augustine George Masih dismissed a PIL filed by Dheeraj Kumar seeking a national policy mandating daily recitation of the Constitution's Preamble during school morning assemblies. The Court observed that the Preamble is already an integral part of foundational curriculum taught from Class 6 onwards, making the plea unnecessary. The decision reflects the Court's view that constitutional literacy is adequately addressed through existing educational frameworks.
- Karnataka High Court Rules Employer Cannot Recover Erroneous Salary Overpayment from Retiree
News · 6 Oct 2026
Justice M. Nagaprasanna ruled that excess salary paid due to employer error cannot be recovered from a retired employee absent fraud or misrepresentation, directing Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited to refund ₹2,81,887 recovered from retired assistant lineman Manjunath N's pension. The court applied the Supreme Court's 2025 Jogeswar Sahoo judgment, holding that erroneous pay calculations by the employer are not recoverable. The refund must be made with interest within eight weeks.
- Karnataka High Court Stays Cancellation of Pharmaceutical Licences Pending Hearing
News · 6 Oct 2026
Justice C.M. Poonacha stayed Food Safety and Drug Administration orders cancelling Fortune Medical Solutions' licence and suspending Vivanta Pharmaceuticals' licence for alleged sale of spurious products. The court permitted the petitioners to continue pharmaceutical distribution operations until October 9 hearing, noting that Rule 66 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945, mandates an opportunity for hearing before licence cancellation. The order affects 16 similarly placed pharmaceutical companies whose petitions will be heard together.
- Karnataka High Court Blocks Private Allotment of Forest Land in Mysuru
News · 6 Oct 2026
A Division Bench comprising Justice D.K. Singh and Justice H. Shantibhushan ruled that forest land cannot be allotted to private individuals, setting aside an earlier direction to process a land division application in Mummadikaval village, Mysuru district. The court held that 'podi and durasti' (division and correction of land records) cannot be used to establish individual rights over land recorded as forest land under the Mysore Forest Act, 1900. The ruling clarifies that such procedural remedies cannot circumvent forest protection statutes.
- Supreme Court to Examine Challenge to NEET-PG 2025 Percentile Cut-Off Reduction
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 6, 2026, the Supreme Court was slated to hear a petition challenging the decision to reduce the percentile cut-off for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025. The apex court will examine the legality and implications of the reduced cut-off for medical professionals seeking postgraduate admission, addressing concerns about examination standards and fairness in medical education access.
- Supreme Court to Hear Plea of Christian Michel James in AgustaWestland Chopper Scam Case
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 6, 2026, the Supreme Court was scheduled to hear a plea filed by Christian Michel James, an alleged middleman in the Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam case, seeking his release from jail. The hearing will address arguments for his release in connection with this high-profile corruption case involving alleged irregularities in defence procurement.
- Supreme Court Dismisses Centre's Challenge to Maintainability of PILs on Great Nicobar Project
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court dismissed the Centre's plea challenging the Calcutta High Court's order upholding the maintainability of Public Interest Litigations concerning the Great Nicobar Island mega-infrastructure project. The bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohana directed the Calcutta High Court to proceed with all pending petitions on scheduled hearing dates of November 25-26, emphasizing that preservation of culture is a constitutionally protected fundamental right.
- Supreme Court Forwards Vigilance Report on Trial Judge in Lakhimpur Kheri Case
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court sent a vigilance report concerning the trial judge in the Lakhimpur Kheri case to the Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court. The State simultaneously appointed a new prosecutor in the matter, indicating the apex court's oversight of judicial conduct and prosecutorial management in this significant criminal case.
- Supreme Court Refuses Interim Suspension of Chief Election Commissioner, Seeks ECI Response
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court refused to issue an interim order suspending Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and issued notices to the Election Commission of India and the Centre. The bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohana sought detailed responses within a week to allegations that the CEC took decisions without approval of the other two Election Commissioners, cautioning that suspending the CEC ex parte could stall ECI functioning.
- Supreme Court to Examine States' Authority to Alter Ward Boundaries During Census
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court agreed to hear a petition questioning whether State governments can undertake fresh delimitation of wards and alter boundaries while a Census is underway. A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant scheduled the hearing for October 9, addressing conflicts between High Court judgments regarding the interpretation of Rule 8(iv) of the 1990 Rules under the Census Act concerning freezing of administrative unit boundaries.
- Supreme Court to List Petition on Right to Peaceful Protest at Jantar Mantar
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court indicated it would list a petition alleging Delhi Police obstruction of peaceful protests and marches to Jantar Mantar. A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant noted that the right to peaceful protest is a fundamental right under Article 19 of the Constitution and signified the court's intent to examine restrictions imposed on public assembly and protest.
- Supreme Court Declines Stay on Calcutta High Court Proceedings for Great Nicobar Island Project
News · 6 Oct 2026
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court declined to stay proceedings before the Calcutta High Court challenging the Great Nicobar Island Project and directed expedited hearing. The three-judge bench emphasized that preservation of culture is a constitutionally protected fundamental right, addressing petitions alleging the project poses threats to the island's ecosystem and violates the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
- Supreme Court Continues Hearing on Shiv Sena Party Symbol and Name Dispute
News · 6 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court heard petitions filed by the Uddhav Thackeray faction challenging the Election Commission's allotment of the Shiv Sena party name and symbol to the Eknath Shinde group on October 6, 2026. Listed as a 'Part Heard Matter,' the apex court continued examining arguments from both factions regarding their rightful claim to the party's identity and electoral symbol in this significant political dispute.
- Seven-Judge Constitution Bench to Interpret Legislative Privileges vs. Freedom of Speech
News · 6 Oct 2026
A seven-judge Constitution bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant commenced hearings on October 6, 2026, to interpret the scope of legislative privileges of Members of Legislative Assemblies under Article 194 and their impact on the fundamental right to freedom of speech under Article 19(1)(a). The bench will provide an authoritative pronouncement on the long-standing constitutional conflict between these provisions, addressing whether legislative immunity overrides citizens' rights to free expression.
- Karnataka High Court Issues Notice on Guidelines for Archived Live-Streamed Judicial Hearings
News · 5 Oct 2026
The Karnataka High Court issued a notice in response to a plea seeking clear guidelines on public access to live-streamed court hearings that have been archived but not yet officially uploaded. The court's notice reflects consideration of standardized procedures to ensure transparency and accessibility of judicial proceedings once they transition from live broadcast to archival status. This addresses concerns about maintaining public access to important judicial records during the uploading phase.
- Karnataka High Court Rules Filing Legal Proceedings by Spouse Does Not Constitute Cruelty or Justify Abandonment
News · 5 Oct 2026
A division bench of the Karnataka High Court, comprising Justices DK Singh and H Shanthi Bhushan, ruled that filing legal proceedings such as criminal cases under Section 498-A IPC, maintenance claims, or partition suits does not inherently constitute mental cruelty or provide grounds for abandonment if justifiable reasons exist. The bench set aside a family court order and directed the husband to rejoin the matrimonial home, noting that the wife's allegations of extramarital cohabitation were supported by police investigation evidence.
- Karnataka High Court Partially Allows Gratuity Deduction for Outstanding Employee Advances
News · 5 Oct 2026
The Karnataka High Court partly allowed a writ petition by the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation challenging orders under the Payment of Gratuity Act. The court upheld the deduction of outstanding employee advances from gratuity payable to a retired workman, determining a differential gratuity of Rs. 1,41,388 with 10% interest from September 22, 2005. The decision affirms the authority's right to offset employee dues against gratuity entitlements in accordance with statutory provisions.
- Karnataka High Court Grants Bail to Accused in Ex-Serviceman Death Case Involving Tampered Forensic Report
News · 5 Oct 2026
The Dharwad Bench of the Karnataka High Court, through Justice Venkatesh Naik T, granted regular bail to accused Kumar @ Dali in a murder case registered by Ghataprabha Police Station, Belagavi district. The accused was charged under Sections 103(1) and 238(b) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, for allegedly issuing a tampered report from a government scientific agency to conceal evidence. The court released him on a personal bond of Rs. 2,00,000 with two sureties, noting that core allegations centered on other accused and the petitioner's role would be tested at trial.
- Supreme Court Holds Right to Education Act Applies to All Schools Except Minority Institutions Pending Larger Bench Decision
News · 5 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court held in Anjuman Ishaat-E-Taleem Trust v. State of Maharashtra that provisions of the Right to Education (RTE) Act must be complied with by all schools as defined in Section 2(n) of the Act, with an exception for schools established and administered by religious or linguistic minorities pending a larger bench decision. The Court clarified principles for mandatory compliance with the RTE Act and Teachers Eligibility Test and directed a transition plan for affected institutions.
- Supreme Court Clarifies High Courts Cannot Use Article 227 to Reject Plaint When CPC Provisions Exist
News · 5 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court ruled that a High Court cannot exercise powers under Article 227 of the Constitution to reject or strike off a plaint when specific provisions under Order 7 Rule 11 and Order 6 Rule 16 of the Civil Procedure Code are available. The decision in P. Suresh v. D. Kalaivani emphasizes that the High Court's supervisory power under Article 227 should not usurp the original jurisdiction of the court it supervises.
- Supreme Court Judge Warns Against Mass Disenfranchisement in Electoral Roll Revision Process
News · 5 Oct 2026
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan stated on October 5, 2026, that any process leading to the disenfranchisement of millions of citizens would be arbitrary and unconstitutional. He emphasized that the right to vote is integral to citizenship and warned that mass disenfranchisement would undermine the Constitution's guarantee of equality and universal adult suffrage. This warning was made amidst controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and the Supreme Court's scheduled hearing on challenges to the CEC's functioning.
- Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Three New Judges Including Woman Chief Justices
News · 5 Oct 2026
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, recommended on October 5, 2026, three new judges to the Supreme Court: Chief Justices Sunita Agarwal, D.K. Upadhyaya, and Aparesh Kumar Singh. If appointed, Justice Sunita Agarwal will join existing women judges Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice V. Mohana on the bench. The Collegium issued a 'statement' regarding these recommendations, departing from the previous practice of issuing detailed 'resolutions' with selection factors and seniority rankings.