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Are courts precluded from granting fair, just compensation in nuclear accident: SC seeks Centre response on SHANTI Act

The Supreme Court questioned the Centre regarding compensation for nuclear accidents. It also sought clarification on regulatory body appointments under the SHANTI Act. The court is examining potential conflicts of interest in these appointments. Petitioners argue the new law violates fundamental constitutional rights. The SHANTI Act caps liability for private…

The Economic Times

Supreme Court refuses to interfere with ECI's decision to keep 2002 as base year for SIR in Sikkim

The Supreme Court declined to alter the Election Commission's base year for Sikkim's electoral rolls. Justices dismissed a petition seeking 1993 as the base year instead of 2002. The court stated the goalposts cannot shift mid-exercise for the ongoing revision. Voters enrolled in 2002 have participated in subsequent state polls.…

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CJI Surya Kant declines Nalsar convocation invite amid student, BCI row

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant declined Nalsar University's convocation invitation. Students opposed his presence citing remarks made during a protest hearing. The Bar Council of India intervened, threatening students with debarment from legal practice. The Supreme Court questioned the BCI's involvement in the matter. The BCI later withdrew its…

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PM Modi, Ram Nath Kovind attend President Murmu's Independence Day 'at home' reception

President Droupadi Murmu hosted the Independence Day reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Vice President and Prime Minister Modi were among the distinguished guests present. The event began with patriotic renditions and honored national heroes. India celebrated its Independence Day after gaining freedom from British rule. The day also marked a historic…

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CJI Surya Kant wishes India ‘stronger and brighter future’ on Independence Day

Chief Justice Surya Kant extended Independence Day greetings and wished for India's progress. Prime Minister Modi hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort while addressing the nation. He expressed strong confidence that India will become a developed nation by 2047. The Prime Minister urged citizens to dream big and…

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Cockroach row: CJI Kant says remarks misused with 'malicious intent' to mislead country's youth

In a significant statement, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant raised alarms about the misappropriation of courtroom videos on social platforms. He emphasized that his comments have been intentionally distorted to deceive the younger generation. CJI Kant alluded to a recent directive against the unauthorized publication of judicial processes, highlighting…

The Economic Times

‘Shadow ban’ fears at NALSAR after BCI seeks inquiry into CJI invite opposition

Following the Bar Council of India’s (BCI) statement that there would be an inquiry against students enrolled at Hyderabad’s National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) University of Law for opposing Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s invitation at their annual convocation, NALSAR students expressed concern about how this…

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Supreme Court backs NALSAR students and slams BCI circular; CJI Surya Kant asks ‘who are they to interfere’

The Supreme Court on Friday expressed displeasure over a BCI circular banning enrolment of NALSAR University of Law’s 2026-batch graduates as advocates. CJI Surya Kant said students have a right to protest, questioned the BCI’s intervention and said no punitive action should be taken against NALSAR students or faculty.

The Economic Times

NALSAR students object to CJI Surya Kant as convocation chief guest

NALSAR students have requested the university reconsider inviting Chief Justice of India Surya Kant. Concerns stem from his reported remarks during a hearing on police actions. Students submitted multiple representations citing constitutional values and access to justice. They feel the CJI's conduct conflicts with NALSAR's teachings. The university administration has…

The Economic Times

Case backlog reduced from past decades, says CJI Surya Kant; praises impact of technology

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant noted the court case backlog has significantly reduced. Technology-driven schemes have yielded very good results for speedy case disposal. He stated that general statements on fake harassment cases cannot be made. The CJI declined to discuss the Collegium's recommendations for judge appointments. This statement…

The Economic Times

India’s cockroach movement: how satire became political power as youth protest forced change

As I strolled around the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory in Delhi on July 28, the atmosphere was finally calm. Jantar Mantar had been the focus of the recent “cockroach” protests, in which tens of thousands took to the streets to push for education reforms in India.

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Supreme Court seeks Centre's response on plea to declare polygamy among Muslims as unconstitutional

A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued notice to the Centre on a petition filed by women's rights activists Zakia Soman and Noorjehan Safia Niaz and others. The bench tagged the plea with pending matters.

The Economic Times

Indian police crack down on ‘abusive’ remarks about Modi during Gen Z protests

Activists allege police are taking action against people who participated in 36-day demonstrations

The Independent UK

SC grants interim anticipatory bail to DMK's Senthil Balaji in TASMAC case

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to DMK leader V Senthil Balaji. This relief was provided until further orders in a new corruption case. The court imposed conditions including cooperation with the investigation and passport deposit. Balaji faces allegations of irregularities in the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation. The Madras…

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SC Judge V Mohana recuses from hearing Senthil Balaji's anticipatory bail plea

Justice V Mohana recused herself from hearing V Senthil Balaji's bail plea. The Supreme Court will hear the urgent plea later today. Balaji seeks pre-arrest bail in a fresh corruption case involving TASMAC. The Madras High Court had previously dismissed his anticipatory bail petition. This case involves alleged irregularities and…

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Delhi Police owns the stone-laden truck after NL report. But their lawyer linked it to protesters in HC

After a Newslaundry investigation, Delhi Police have confirmed that the stone-laden truck seen near Jantar Mantar on the morning of the July 20 march was in their custody – a vehicle they had seized after a road accident and then moved. But in the court, the lawyer representing the police…

The Economic Times

'SC gate par kya lagana hai, hum dekh lenge': CJI dismisses plea on Ashok Chakra emblem

The Supreme Court declined a plea regarding the National Emblem's installation. Chief Justice Surya Kant stated the court handles such internal matters. A petitioner sought directions on placing the emblem on the apex court's dome. The court previously directed the secretary general to address the issue administratively. This appeal against…

Newslaundry

Not the Cockroach Janta Party, not even Sonam Wangchuk: The Modi govt defeated itself

First things first. Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday, announcing it himself on X. “I am pained to see the events of the past 10 days,” he wrote. No union education minister has ever resigned over paper leaks before. That this one did – a minister central to the BJP’s political…

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The Independent UK

India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters threaten to hit the streets again over mass arrests

Over 100 people have been arrested across India in days following nationwide protests against country’s education minister

The Economic Times

NEET protest violence: SC orders safeguards for protesters' digital data, release of under-18 detainees

The Supreme Court has directed all states to release detained student protesters below 18 years of age with no criminal antecedents while hearing petitions alleging police excesses during the NEET paper leak protests. Observing that "agitations in a democracy are bound to happen," the court said a prima facie case…

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‘I will die for this cause’: how India’s cockroach meme became the biggest challenge to Modi’s grip on power

Prime minister’s propaganda machine falters as fiercely secular youth protests reclaim nationalism

The Economic Times

India viewed as fair jurisdiction where international commercial disputes resolved efficiently: CJI

Speaking at an international conference organised by the Supreme Court and the Ministry of External Affairs to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), the CJI lauded its efforts in shaping the legal architecture upon which contemporary international trade now rests.

The Economic Times

Supreme Court sends demolition contempt cases to High Courts, says facts need detailed examination

A Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana directed the concerned High Courts to examine whether the demolitions were carried out in violation of the Supreme Court's directions. The Court requested the High Courts to decide the cases as quickly as possible,…

The Economic Times

Media reports 'reckless', no plea related to CJP protests filed: CJI

Chief Justice Surya Kant called media reports about denying a student protest plea hearing reckless. He stated no such petition was filed, only a representation was received. A lawyer had sought urgent hearing on July 20 police action against students. The Chief Justice declined to examine video footage at the…

The Economic Times

Gen Z gets into pest control: NEET protests cut across identity lines, and bypass mainstream media’s ‘manufactured consent’

A spontaneous protest movement dubbed the “Cockroach Janta Party” emerged from an offhand remark by CJI Surya Kant, showing how a single word can spark widespread dissent. Driven largely by Gen Z, the movement uses humour, satire and non-ideological unity to protest issues like NEET exam irregularities, education reform, unemployment…

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