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Utkarsh Anand

Utkarsh Anand

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CJI Surya Kant recalls literary upbringing, his love for Hindi

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant. (HT Photo)

Updated on May 7, 2026 03:46 IST

Supreme Court to probe Bihar police’s ‘rats ate cash’ claim

The case arises from a 2019 trap operation conducted by the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) in Bihar, where the accused was alleged to have demanded and accepted <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10,000 as a bribe.

Updated on May 7, 2026 24:56 IST

Courtroom exchange row: CJI seeks report on viral Andhra Pradesh HC video

The incident occurred during the hearing of a petition challenging the issuance of an LoC and the impounding of a passport. (Andhra Pradesh High Court website)

Updated on May 7, 2026 01:57 IST

Supreme Court bench strength raised to 37: Cabinet approves addition of 4 judges

CJI Surya Kant had, in February, written to the Centre seeking an immediate increase of four judges.

Updated on May 6, 2026 05:03 IST

Cabinet nod for four more SC judges

(File photo)

Updated on May 6, 2026 04:52 IST

‘Should’ve been thrown in dustbin': Supreme Court on 2006 Sabarimala plea

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court concluded Day 11 of hearings in the Sabarimala review matter.

Updated on May 6, 2026 02:46 IST

Sabarimala PIL papers should have been ‘thrown in dustbin’: Supreme Court

Supreme Court of India. (PTI)

Updated on May 5, 2026 08:46 IST

Supreme Court agrees to hear pleas against Transgender Persons Amendment Act

The matter will now be placed before a three-judge bench. (HT File Photo)

Updated on May 4, 2026 07:24 IST

Political executive should handle Bengal law and order, not courts: Supreme Court

The court said no judicial order was warranted at this stage.

Updated on May 4, 2026 06:25 IST

Supreme Court flags 40-year trial delay, finds case papers lying with it since 2013

Supreme Court flags 40-year trial delay, finds case papers lying with it since 2013

Updated on May 3, 2026 22:40 IST

CJI’s 2009 HC order finds resonance in SC ruling on 15-year-old’s abortion

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant. (PTI)

Updated on May 2, 2026 01:30 IST

The Constitutional limits of Bhagwant Mann’s ‘recall’ pitch

Bhagwant Mann’s proposed meeting with the President appears less an attempt to invoke a viable constitutional remedy and more an effort to frame the defections as a betrayal of public mandate, particularly in Punjab

Updated on May 1, 2026 01:01 IST

‘State can’t choose for citizens’: SC refuses to reopen 15-year-old’s abortion case

The Supreme Court foregrounded the minor’s autonomy and the trauma of being forced into motherhood. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 30, 2026 06:50 IST

WhatsApp may block devices linked to digital arrest scams: Centre tells SC

WhatsApp to explore device ID blocking for digital arrest scams

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 01:02 IST

Private schools can’t deny admission to EWS students sent by state: SC

The ruling also stressed the need for transparency and accountability in admissions, including advance disclosure of available seats.

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 24:49 IST

State can intervene when religious rights affect secular activities: Top Court

A view of the Supreme Court of India (SCI) building, in New Delhi

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 02:03 IST

Supreme Court cautions against criminal cases after live-in break-ups

During the hearing, the bench repeatedly probed the nature and duration of the relationship, noting that the parties had lived together for years and had a child.

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 01:08 IST

Stabbed lawyer denied treatment at 3 Delhi hospitals, SC orders probe

(Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 01:04 IST

SC warns Union govt of contempt over delay in minor’s abortion order

The warning comes two days after the court delivered a strongly worded ruling foregrounding reproductive autonomy and the right to live with dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. (HT)

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 01:08 IST

'Not the age to fight, go for mediation': SC to 80-yr-old mother of Sunjay Kapur

While hearing the matter on Monday, Supreme Court repeatedly emphasised that inheritance disputes of this nature, involving vast estates and multiple stakeholders, are better resolved through dialogue rather than protracted litigation.

Updated on Apr 28, 2026 01:00 IST

Supreme Court halts coercive measures against Asaram ashram land in Gujarat

Asaram is currently out on medical bail. (HT File Photo)

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 07:24 IST

AAP split puts 'merger' clause of defection law under scrutiny | Explained

AAP Rajya Sabha MP, Raghav Chadha, along with Ashok Mittal and Sanjeev Pathak addresses a press conference at the Constitution Club of India on April 24, 2026.

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 05:09 IST

SC lauds 92% turnout in Bengal polls, says voting strengthens democracy

The court heard a batch of petitions challenging SIR in West Bengal.

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 07:47 IST

SC cites reproductive autonomy, allows termination of minor's pregnancy

Forced continuation of pregnancy violates dignity, says Supreme Court

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 02:18 IST

SC slams Mamata Banerjee over ED raid obstruction, says ‘democracy in jeopardy'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 01:24 IST

‘Case by case’: Supreme Court on resolving faith and rights disputes

CJI Kant underlined the inherent limitations of judicial rule-making in this domain.

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 03:23 IST

SC tells Delhi govt to ensure well-being of child affected by parentage dispute fallout

A bench of justices Sanjay Karol and N Kotiswar Singh dismissed an appeal by a mother seeking maintenance for her daughter under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act. (Shutterstock)

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 23:06 IST

Lok Sabha panel concludes probe against Justice Yashwant Varma

Lok Sabha panel concludes probe against Justice Varma.

Updated on Apr 22, 2026 01:50 IST

After SC rap, UP to pay ₹5 lakh damages to juvenile lodged with adult prisoners

The Supreme Court emphasised that housing a juvenile with adult inmates is impermissible under law. (HT PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 06:41 IST

2020 Delhi riots case: SC rejects Khalid’s plea against bail denial

Former JNU student Umar Khalid

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 23:00 IST

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