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Top cases on the United States Supreme Court's docket

The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing significant cases. These cases cover voting rights, presidential authority, immigration policies, and gun laws. Decisions are expected by June. The court's rulings will impact various aspects of American life and law. These include challenges to President Trump's policies and federal agency powers. The outcomes…

The Economic Times

Ensure Aadhaar is used strictly as identity proof: Plea in SC

A Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Supreme Court. It seeks to restrict Aadhaar's use to identity proof only. The petition argues Aadhaar is being wrongly used for citizenship, domicile, and address. This is reportedly allowing illegal immigrants to obtain documents. The plea calls for reforms in voter…

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Supreme Court extends time till Aug 31 for holding Bengaluru civic body elections

The Supreme Court has granted an extension for Bengaluru civic body elections. The polls are now scheduled to be held by August 31. This decision follows a request from the Karnataka government citing manpower shortages. The court emphasized that no further extensions will be provided. The elections were due earlier…

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Supreme Court seeks response of Centre, states on PIL seeking 30% quota for women lawyers in govt panels

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and all states for their views on a Public Interest Litigation that demands a 30 per cent quota for women lawyers. The reservation is sought for government panels and law officer roles.

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SC issues notice to Centre on plea seeking ban on alcohol sales in tetra packs, sachets

The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday sought responses from the Centre and other authorities on a plea seeking an immediate ban on the sale of alcohol in low-cost packaging formats such as tetra packs and sachets. The petition argues such packaging increases accessibility and consumption, particularly among economically vulnerable…

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Krishna-Godavari basin dispute: Reliance and others seek mediation, SC refuses to halt hearing

Reliance Industries Limited and two foreign partners told the Supreme Court they will ask the Indian government to resolve the Krishna-Godavari (KG) Basin gas migration dispute through mediation.

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Pennsylvania Family Says the DEA Battered Down Their Door While Raiding the Wrong Home

The family is suing the federal agency and their local police department for violating their Fourth Amendment rights.

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GOP senators push for challenge to House maps in Democratic states

Senate Republicans used a hearing Tuesday to push the Trump administration to file lawsuits challenging congressional maps in California, Illinois and other Democrat-controlled states in the wake of a Supreme Court decision rolling back the Voting Rights Act. The hearing comes weeks after the Supreme Court’s six-justice conservative majority in…

Roll Call

After Kneecapping the Voting Rights Act, the Supreme Court’s Conservative Bloc Kicks Native American Lawsuits Back to Square One

Slamming the door on future lawsuits?

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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Blasts Supreme Court's 'Political' Handling of Secretive Louisiana Voting Rights Emergency

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has criticised the Supreme Court's decision on Louisiana's redistricting, warning it risks appearing partisan.

International Business Times UK

Filming Cops Is a First Amendment Right. The Feds Keep Harassing People for It Anyway.

Most federal appeals courts have recognized the right to record police. DHS employees nevertheless seem to view it as a crime.

Reason

Trump Solicitor General D John Sauer Reshapes Supreme Court With Aggressive Push for Executive Power

D John Sauer's role as US solicitor general highlights Donald Trump's strategy to reshape the Supreme Court, advocating stronger presidential power and challenging traditional legal norms.

International Business Times UK

Ranking the Worst Supreme Court Decisions of All Time

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Supreme Court allows euthanasia for rabid, incurably ill stray dogs

The Supreme Court has permitted euthanasia for rabid and dangerous stray dogs. This decision aims to protect human life from aggressive canines. Civic bodies can now consider euthanasia in areas with high dog populations and frequent attacks. This action will follow assessments by veterinary experts and adhere to animal welfare…

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SC rejects SpiceJet's plea in Rs 144 cr case with Kalanithi Maran & Kal Airways, asks it to move Delhi HC

The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday asked SpiceJet to approach the Delhi High Court for more time to deposit Rs 144 crore in its dispute with Kalanithi Maran and Kal Airways. SpiceJet, represented by senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, argued that the West Asia crisis had hurt the airline’s operations…

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SC asks MeitY to examine PIL seeking recovery or destruction of stolen personal data of citizens

The Supreme Court has asked the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to examine a PIL seeking a robust mechanism to retrieve or erase stolen Indian personal data stored on foreign servers. Acknowledging the issue’s technical complexity, the court advised the petitioner to pursue administrative and technological remedies through the…

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Why has Arunachal CM not been removed even after SC ordered CBI probe against him? Asks Congress

Congress questions the continued presence of Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu in office. This follows a Supreme Court directive for a CBI probe into corruption allegations. The court ordered an inquiry into contracts awarded to the CM's family. Congress states this is a travesty of the Supreme Court's verdict.…

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Supreme Court refuses to entertain plea over renaming Navi Mumbai International Airport

The Supreme Court has declined to intervene in the renaming of the Navi Mumbai International Airport. The court stated it cannot dictate policy decisions regarding airport names. The Maharashtra government had proposed to name the airport after Lokneta D B Patil.

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SC refuses to recall order on shifting stray dogs from public places to shelters

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to modify its November 2025 order to remove stray dogs from public institutions like hospitals, schools, colleges, bus stations and railway stations.

Reason

Why is the Court GVRing Cases In Light Of Callais That Did Not Turn On The Issues In Callais?

I think the Court is hoping these cases go away on the merits and they won't have to deal with them.

The Independent UK

Supreme Court sends closely watched Native American voting rights decision back to lower court

The Supreme Court has acted in a Voting Rights Act case brought by Native American tribes, saying a closely watched ruling needs to be reconsidered after the high court weakened the Civil Rights-era law

The Economic Times

Expedite process of handing over remaining land for Bombay HC building complex: SC to Maharashtra

The Supreme Court has urged the Maharashtra government to expedite the handover of the remaining 10 acres for the new Bombay High Court complex in Bandra. While 20.15 acres are already allocated, the state plans to complete the transfer by December 31, 2026, a timeline the court deemed too slow.

The Economic Times

SC refuses to entertain PIL for reviewing wages of priests, temple staff

The Supreme Court has declined to review the wages and benefits of priests and temple staff in state-controlled temples. The court stated that such matters should be approached directly by aggrieved parties. Petitioner advocate Ashwini Upadhyay sought a judicial commission to address the issue, citing low earnings and potential violations…

The Economic Times

SC grants bail to UAPA narco-terror accused: bail is the rule and jail an exception even in UAPA cases

The Supreme Court has granted bail to Syed Iftikhar Andrabi, who was embroiled in a narco-terrorism case. The court underscored the fundamental principle that bail should be the standard, even in cases involving the UAPA. Andrabi has been accused of participating in an international drug trafficking and terror finance syndicate…

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Big relief for Delhi power consumers: SC says this cost can't be charged for no-supply period

Delhi electricity consumers receive significant relief as the Supreme Court ruled they cannot be made to pay for the depreciation costs of a TATA Power Delhi Distribution plant during periods of no supply. The court stated that consumers should not bear costs for services they do not receive.

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