Why the Supreme Court Had to Step In on UGC Rules and What It Means for BJP in Uttar Pradesh

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

Op-Eds Opinion

The Supreme Court stepping in to stop the new UGC rules was not a routine legal move. It happened because the rules, as written, created real fear and anger among students. The biggest worry was simple and very real: the rules could be used unfairly, especially against students from the general

Education

Supreme Court Flags Issues in Delhi Fee Cap Law Rollout

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2026

The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the Delhi government’s move to implement the new school fee regulation law in the middle of an academic year. The court said the timing could create confusion and practical difficulties for schools, parents, and authorities. Court Questions Mid-Year Enforcement The bench observed that while regulating school fees is […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Supreme Court Finally Asks the Question Dog Activists Never Want Answered: Who Is Responsible?

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

For years, India’s stray dog crisis has been discussed almost entirely through emotion, not impact. Any attempt to raise concerns about safety, attacks, or fatalities has been drowned out by slogans, placards, and moral lectures about compassion. What has consistently gone missing from this debate is the lived reality of ordinary citizens who face aggressive […]

Law & Order National

Supreme Court Stays Aravalli Verdict, Seeks Clarification

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

The Supreme Court has stayed the operation of its recent verdict related to the Aravalli range, observing that certain aspects of the judgment require further clarification before it can be implemented. The court said ambiguity in the earlier directions could lead to unintended consequences and therefore needs reconsideration. The order was passed by a bench […]

Law & Order National

SC Calls Child Trafficking Cases Deeply Disturbing

By BPN News Desk December 20, 2025

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 assaults on human dignity and fundamental rights. Emphasis on sensitive judicial

National

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

Law & Order National

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 […]

Law & Order National

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 […]

Law & Order National

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 […]

Law & Order National

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