SC Calls Child Trafficking Cases Deeply Disturbing

By BPN News Desk December 20, 2025

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The Supreme Court on Friday described cases of child trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation as “deeply disturbing,” stressing that such offences strike at the foundation of a civilised society. The court observed that crimes involving minors are not just violations of law but grave

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Supreme Court Declines PIL on IndiGo Crisis

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking its intervention in the recent operational crisis faced by IndiGo airline, marked by large-scale flight cancellations and passenger inconvenience. The court said the matter did not warrant direct intervention at this stage, noting that related issues were already being examined by

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Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Reply on Cancer Notification Plea

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Union government on a public interest litigation seeking to declare cancer a notifiable disease across India. The petition was filed by an AIIMS doctor, who argued that mandatory reporting of cancer cases is essential for accurate data collection, early detection, and better policy planning. Plea Highlights Gaps […]

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SC Pushes Online Gaming Law Challenge to January

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

The Supreme Court has said that the petitions challenging the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act (PROGA), 2025 will be heard by a three-judge Bench, postponing the matter to January 21, 2026. The court noted that questions involving the constitutional validity of a central law must be examined by a larger Bench. Industry Seeks […]

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SC May Issue Sensitivity Norms In Sexual Assault Cases

By BPN News Desk December 9, 2025

The Supreme Court has said it may issue guidelines to ensure that judges avoid insensitive or prejudicial remarks while dealing with sexual assault cases. The observation came during a hearing where the court noted that comments made in some recent rulings had the potential to discourage victims from pursuing justice. Recent judgment triggered debate The […]

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SC Refuses to Extend Deadline for Waqf Registration

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

The Supreme Court has declined to extend the deadline for uploading waqf property details on the UMEED portal. Several petitioners, including organisations and individuals, had sought more time citing difficulties in completing the process. Petitioners Directed to Approach Waqf Tribunals The Court said that anyone facing genuine issues with the portal or documentation must

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CJI Gavai Bids Farewell With Satisfaction

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2025

Chief Justice of India B. R. Gavai delivered his farewell remarks at the Supreme Court on November 21, saying he was leaving the institution “as a student of justice” and with a “full sense of satisfaction.” He will formally retire on November 23, 2025, completing a tenure that began on May 14, 2025. A Career […]

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SC Allows Government To Reassess Vodafone AGR Dues

By BPN News Desk October 27, 2025

The Supreme Court has permitted the Centre to reconsider the Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues of Vodafone Idea Ltd., noting that the matter falls under the Union government’s policy framework. The order comes after Vodafone Idea challenged a fresh demand of ₹9,450 crore raised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Case Background AGR is the […]

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Supreme Court Summons State Chiefs Over Stray Dog Directive

By BPN News Desk October 27, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has summoned chief secretaries of all states and union territories, except West Bengal and Telangana, to appear in person on November 3 for failing to comply with its orders on controlling stray dog populations. The bench expressed strong displeasure that only three jurisdictions had filed compliance affidavits as directed earlier. […]

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CJI Gavai Recommends Justice Surya Kant As His Successor

By BPN News Desk October 27, 2025

Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai has formally recommended Justice Surya Kant as his successor. The recommendation has been sent to the Union Law Ministry, following the established convention of appointing the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court as the next Chief Justice. Appointment Details Justice Surya Kant, who is currently the senior-most judge after […]