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Former Ranchi school principal gets 3 yrs in jail for sexual harassment

Former Ranchi school principal gets 3 yrs in jail for sexual harassment

Published on May 23, 2026, 3:00 AM IST

SC orders mandatory kidnapping FIRs in all missing child, person cases nationwide

The court held, “The said FIR should mandatorily incorporate the relevant section under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) relating to kidnapping of the person or child.” (Shutterstock/ Representative photo)

Published on May 22, 2026, 7:54 PM IST

Punjab begins stray dog drive after SC order on euthanasia: ‘Move without fear’

Mann also said the government would use legally allowed measures, including euthanasia against “dangerous and aggressive dogs.

Updated on May 22, 2026, 5:18 PM IST

Will bring back 5 people deported to Bangladesh, verify citizenship: Centre to SC

Birbhum resident Sunali Khatun, 26,was repatriated to India in December after spending 103 days in a Bangladeshi prison after being arrested for illegally entering the country. (PTI)

Published on May 22, 2026, 4:49 PM IST

Supreme Court drops adverse remarks against 3 NCERT book experts

A bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant accepted the explanation by the three experts — Michel Danino, Suparna Diwakar and Alok Prasanna Kumar

Published on May 22, 2026, 3:59 PM IST

Decided to bring back to India some persons deported to Bangladesh: Centre to SC

Decided to bring back to India some persons deported to Bangladesh: Centre to SC

Published on May 22, 2026, 3:24 PM IST

SC indicates Delhi riot accused may get bail, says police argument on reference will be looked into

SC indicates Delhi riot accused may get bail, says police argument on reference will be looked into

Published on May 22, 2026, 2:22 PM IST

Right to be heard before cognisance of charges under BNSS applicable under PMLA: SC

The Supreme Court noted a better right has been conferred under the BNSS. (HT PHOTO)

Published on May 22, 2026, 12:41 PM IST

Plea filed in Supreme Court challenging MP HC judgment in Bhojshala

People offer prayers at the Bhojshala complex following the Madhya Pradesh High Court verdict declaring the site a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati), in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh.

Updated on May 22, 2026, 11:37 AM IST

Freedom of expression vital in a democracy: Justice Nagarathna

Justice BV Nagarathna said that senior advocate Indira Jaising had consistently been at the forefront of articulating alternative viewpoints and perspectives

Updated on May 22, 2026, 11:28 AM IST

K’taka govt weighs SC move over SIR exercise

K’taka govt weighs SC move over SIR exercise

Published on May 22, 2026, 8:44 AM IST

SC refuses to stay HC move to appoint administrators for Lilavati trust

The Supreme Court earlier this week refused to interfere with a Bombay High Court order proposing the appointment of a committee of administrators to oversee the trust that runs the Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre in Bandra. (HT Photo)

Published on May 22, 2026, 5:44 AM IST

Apex court needs sharper focus, not more judges

An increase in the court’s strength by four justices, translating presumably into two additional benches sitting daily, might have a short-term impact on existing arrears, but will likely have an even more significant (adverse) effect on the inflow of litigation. (HT Archive)

Published on May 21, 2026, 8:48 PM IST

Umar Khalid moves Delhi HC for interim bail; hearing likely tomorrow

Khalid applied for 15 days of interim bail to attend the 40th day ceremony (Chehlum) of his deceased uncle and to visit his mother, who is scheduled to undergo surgery. His plea was rejected by a Delhi court earlier this week.

Updated on May 21, 2026, 6:56 PM IST

Lawyers urge CJI retracts SC's 'unfair observations' against environmental activists

Lawyers urge CJI retracts SC's 'unfair observations' against environmental activists

Published on May 21, 2026, 3:30 PM IST

SC refuses to interfere with clearance to Adani’s Madhya Pradesh coal block project

The Supreme Court suggested that the petitioner may raise the matter in a writ petition. (ANI)

Published on May 21, 2026, 2:42 PM IST

SC bats for victim-centric approach, refuses to entertain plea for consolidation of FIRs

SC bats for victim-centric approach, refuses to entertain plea for consolidation of FIRs

Published on May 21, 2026, 12:38 PM IST

Supreme Court orders a nationwide audit of ICU facilities

SC gave states and union territories two months to bring critical care facilities at par with model guidelines.

Published on May 21, 2026, 10:59 AM IST

Supreme Court refuses to pause proceedings in KG Basin gas migration dispute

The hearing had on Tuesday commenced before the bench comprising the CJI and justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi.

Updated on May 21, 2026, 8:38 AM IST

MCD seeks space for dog shelters across Delhi after SC reiterates directions

Delhi plans new dog shelters amid rising concern over stray dog attacks

Published on May 21, 2026, 8:15 AM IST

Audit ICU facilities across country: Supreme Court

The court simultaneously ordered a nationwide audit of nursing colleges. (FILE/ANI)

Published on May 21, 2026, 7:00 AM IST

Sambhal mosque panel seeks ASI nod for repair works; other side opposes move

An aerial view of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh.

Published on May 21, 2026, 6:24 AM IST

No new hydel project on upper Ganga: Govt to SC

No new hydel project on upper Ganga: Govt to SC

Published on May 21, 2026, 5:30 AM IST

Delhi HC awards 6-month sentence to Youtuber for defaming judiciary

Following references by two judicial officers, the court has initiated a suo motu contempt petition against the YouTuber and two advocates for making scandalous remarks about the judiciary. (HT Archive)

Published on May 21, 2026, 5:24 AM IST

ELVs continue to face action, denial of PUC despite govt assurance of relief

The confusion stems from the gap between the government’s announcement and the continuing applicability of Supreme Court and National Green Tribunal (NGT) orders that prohibit the operation of 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles in Delhi-NCR. (HT Archive)

Published on May 21, 2026, 4:48 AM IST

Bail, liberty, and a Supreme Court split in reading UAPA

The ruling openly questioned the reasoning adopted by another two-judge bench headed by justice Aravind Kumar in January this year while denying bail to former JNU student Umar Khalid and activist Sharjeel Imam (PTI FILE)

Published on May 20, 2026, 9:55 PM IST

Criminal contempt, 'taanashahi' judiciary: Delhi HC sentences YouTuber to jail

The bench added that Pahuja should "no remorse" for his actions, and stated that his videos were part of public interest advocacy for judicial reforms.

Published on May 20, 2026, 8:02 PM IST

SC directs Rajasthan govt to expedite recruitment process of forest guards

SC directs Rajasthan govt to expedite recruitment process of forest guards

Published on May 20, 2026, 6:40 PM IST

SC seeks response from Centre, others on plea to ban sale of liquor in tetra packs, sachets

SC seeks response from Centre, others on plea to ban sale of liquor in tetra packs, sachets

Published on May 20, 2026, 3:44 PM IST

RIL seeks conciliation with Centre in KG gas row; SC says hearing will continue

Supreme Court of India. (PTI)

Published on May 20, 2026, 3:06 PM IST

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