Supreme Court to Address Waqf Property Disputes on May 20, CJI Gavai Leads Bench  

Supreme Court to Address Waqf Property Disputes on May 20, CJI Gavai Leads Bench  

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a series of petitions concerning disputes related to Waqf properties on May 20, with a bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai. This significant development comes amidst growing concerns and legal complexities surrounding the administration and control of Waqf properties across the nation. … Read more

Supreme Court Refuses Urgent Hearing in Delhi Judge Cash-for-Favors Case, Expressing “Sorry…”

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New Delhi, India – In a significant development that has drawn widespread attention, the Supreme Court of India has declined to entertain an urgent hearing plea related to the controversial cash-for-favors case involving a former Delhi judicial officer. The apex court, while expressing its regret, conveyed that it could not expedite the matter, leaving the … Read more

Supreme Court to Hear Pleas Challenging Validity of Law for Selecting CEC/EC

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New Delhi, February 19, 2025 – The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a batch of petitions today challenging the constitutional validity of the law governing the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (EC). The petitions argue that the new law, enacted in December 2023, gives the government undue … Read more

Supreme Court Demands Data on Triple Talaq Cases, Raising Questions About the Law’s Impact

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New Delhi, India – The Supreme Court of India has recently directed the Union Government to provide comprehensive data on the number of criminal cases registered under the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019, which criminalizes the practice of instant triple talaq. This directive comes amidst ongoing debates about the law’s effectiveness … Read more