'State Must Be Model Employer' : Supreme Court Criticises Union For Not Regularising ISRO Workers Despite Earlier Directions

The Court reminded that India's space achievements would not have been possible without the contributions of the Group C and D labourers.

Arbitration Act | Jurisdictional Objection Rejected By Arbitrator Cannot Be Independently Challenged Under Sections 34 Or 37: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has held that an arbitral tribunal's decision to dismiss the plea challenging its jurisdiction cannot be challenged independently under Sections 34 or 37 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act. The matter can be challenged only after the conclusion of the proceedings, while appealing against the award. “…there is no option for the party aggrieved by the decision of the arbitrator upon the application filed under Section 16 except to wait till the conclusion of the arbitral...

Hate Speech | Public Figures Must Be Mindful That Words Have Consequences In Our Diverse Society : Supreme Court

Hate speeches strike at the moral fabric of our nation, and are antithetical to fraternity, the Court stated.

Supreme Court Quarterly Digest 2026 - BAIL

Bail - Supreme Court Quarterly Digest Jan - Mar, 2026 Anticipatory Bail – Conditional Orders for Deposit: The Supreme Court criticized the Jharkhand High Court for making the grant of anticipatory bail contingent upon the deposit of a specific sum – Noted that High Court had directed the petitioners to file a supplementary affidavit showing payment of Rs. 9,12,926.84/- to...

Supreme Court Daily Round-Up : April 29, 2026

Links to today's reports :PIL In Supreme Court Seeks Removal Of UP IPS Officer Ajay Pal Sharma As Election Observer In West Bengal PollsMotor Accident | In Head-On Collision, Can't Blame One Driver Alone Without Careful Scrutiny Of Circumstances : Supreme CourtIBC | Corporate Guarantee Qualifies As 'Financial Debt' : Supreme CourtNo Legislative Vacuum On Hate Speech; Union & States...

Based On Finance Act 2026, Supreme Court Sets Aside HC Verdicts That JAOs Can't Issue IT Reassessment Notices

The Court remitted the matters to the High Courts for fresh consideration.

'Shocking' : Supreme Court Criticises Allahabad HC For Denying Bail To Undertrial Despite 9 Years' Custody

The Court granted him bail without waiting for the State's response, considering the prolonged custody.

CIRP | Admission Of Claim By Resolution Professional Does Not Amount To Acknowledgment Of Debt: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court today set aside the NCLAT judgment which had held that admission of a creditor's claim by a resolution professional amounts to acknowledgment of debt and gives a fresh limitation period to file a application to initiate Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process under Section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.A bench of Justices Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Alok...

Supreme Court Criticises Assam Police For Faulty Probe Leading To Acquittals In Murder Case

The Supreme Court on Tuesday (April 28) criticized the Assam Police for undertaking a flawed investigation in a Murder case, which led to the wrongful conviction of 16 accused persons due to the 'scripted investigation' by the State Police. The Court advised the State Government to equip and educate its police officers involved in the investigation of the due procedure."An inept investigation...

'Situation Is Grim' : Supreme Court Takes Suo Motu Case On NCLT Delays In Approving Resolution Plans

The Supreme Court on Wednesday (April 29) took suo motu cognizance of systemic delays in approval of resolution plans by the National Company Law Tribunals, particularly at its Principal Bench in New Delhi. Also, the Court took note of the shortage of judicial and technical members across all NCLT benches. Taking note of a report submitted by the Registrar of the NCLT Principal Bench,...

Magistrate Doesn't Require Prior Sanction To Direct FIR Registration Under S.156(3) CrPC : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court today held that a Judicial Magistrate does not require prior sanction under Section 196/197 of the Code of Criminal Procedure for directing the registration of FIR under Section 156(3) of the CrPC."The requirement of prior sanction under Section 196 and 197 CrPC (or corresponding provisions in the BNSS) operates at the stage of taking cognizance and does not extend to...

No Legislative Vacuum On Hate Speech; Union & States May Consider If Amendments Needed : Supreme Court

The Court reminded that hate speeches and rumour-mongering have a direct bearing on fraternity and the Constitutional order.