Supreme Court Overturns 1967 Ruling; Calls For Fresh Examination Of AMU’s Minority Status
The SC overturned its 1967 ruling in the S Azeez Basha v Union of India case, which had denied AMU minority status as a Central university.
RG Kar Hearing: SC Orders NTF Report To Be Made Available To All States, UTs
The court directed that all counsel involved receive a copy. States and Union Territories wishing to respond should submit notes within three weeks
SC Criticizes UP Government’s Bulldozer Actions, Orders Compensation For Illegal Demolition
The top court told the UP government’s lawyer, “You cannot demolish a house overnight. This is anarchy.”
No Extra Endorsement Needed For LMV License Holders Driving Transport Vehicles Under 7,500 Kg: Supreme Court
On Wednesday, the SC confirmed that LMV license holders do not need separate endorsements to drive transport vehicles within the same class.
Delhi’s Air Quality Remains In ‘Very Poor’ Category; Air Pollution Concerns Intensify Post-Diwali
On Wednesday morning, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category for the sixth consecutive day following Diwali celebrations.
SC Seeks Responses In Mathura Krishna Janmabhoomi-Idgah Dispute, Grants Two Weeks To All Parties
The Supreme Court has also paused the Allahabad High Court’s order for a survey of the Shahi Idgah Mosque Complex, scheduled for December 14
State Cannot Claim Private Property Under Article 39(b): Supreme Court
A nine-judge SC bench ruled that the State cannot indiscriminately seize private property for redistribution under the guise of common good.
Supreme Court Upholds Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Education Act; Sets Limits On Higher Education Regulation
The SC upheld the UP Board of Madrasa Education Act, 2004, reversing the Allahabad High Court's ruling that declared it unconstitutional.
Delhi’s Air Quality Deteriorates; Smog Blankets National Capital
Delhi's air quality continues to deteriorate, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hovering in the 'very poor' range on Tuesday.
CBI Challenges Karnataka’s Withdrawal Of Consent For DK Shivakumar Probe In Supreme Court
The Supreme Court had previously dismissed Shivakumar’s petition seeking to quash the CBI case. In October 2023, the Karnataka High Court refused to halt the probe, directing the CBI to complete its investigation in three months
