Demonetisation: SC upholds Centre's 2016 decision, one judge opposes

More than six years after the Centre decided to ban legal tender of Rs 500 and 1000 notes, a five-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court on Monday upheld the same by a majority of 4:1. The majority view which was authored by Justice BR Gavai was agreed to by Justices S Abdul Nazeer, A S Bopanna, and V Ramasubramanian.

'She is solely responsible for what is happening in country': SC blasts Nupur Sharma

The Supreme Court on July 1st came down heavily on suspended BJP leader Nupur Sharma for her comments on Prophet Mohammad. SC said that Nupur Sharma's remarks were disturbing and 'smack of arrogance'. Accusing the leader of “igniting emotions across the country” with her “disturbing” remarks, the apex court said that she owed the nation an apology. Referring to her apology for the Prophet remarks, the apex court also said that it was too late and her comment led to unfortunate incidents.

2002 Gujarat riots: Activist Teesta Setalvad arrested; Probe underway to find role of others

Activist Teesta Setalvad is handed over to Ahmedabad Crime branch by Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) early on June 26.Teesta Setalvad was detained by the Gujarat ATS on June 25 a day after the SC's verdict in the 2002 Gujarat Riot Case.

Rajiv Gandhi assassination case: AG Perarivalan walks free after 31 years | Case timeline

The Supreme Court on May 18 ordered the release of #AG Perarivalan, a life-term convict in the former Pime Minster Rajiv Gandhi's assassination case. The top court invoked its powers under Art 142 as his mercy plea kept shuttling between Governor and President. Article 142 enables the court to pass orders to do complete justice in a case. The Court can extend itself to end a dispute in a manner which would befit the facts of the case in such instances

Jahangirpuri demolition drive: NDMC stops anti-encroachment drive following SC order

Bulldozers razed several structures in violence-hit #Jahangirpuri on Wednesday during an anti-encroachment drive by the North Delhi Municipal Corporation but it was stopped within hours following a Supreme Court order. The anti-encroachment drive continued even after the Supreme Court directed authorities to stop it. An NDMC official, requesting anonymity, said the drive continued because of the absence of a written order from the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court stays contentious farm laws, sets up panel to hold talks

Make sure your right doesn't clash with that of others': SC interlocutor to Shaheen Bagh protesters

Advocates Sanjay Hegde and Sadhana Ramachandran said that they had come to Shaheen Bagh to listen to people who had assembled in large numbers.

Not all hope is lost yet: Kerala opposition leader Ramesh Chennithala on CAA

The Supreme Court began hearing around 144 petitions related to the CAA including petitions challenging the constitutional validity of CAA and transfer petitions filed by the Central Government.

No stay on CAA for now: Supreme Court

The court said that it would hear Assam-related matters separately because it has an Accord and the cut-off date for NRC is different, so that is why the petitions were different from other cases.

Fadnavis-Ajit vs NCP-Congress-Shiv Sena: Floor test on November 26

The Supreme Court directed that the floor test for Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to prove his majority in the Maharashtra Assembly be conducted on November 26.

'Actual verdict' came out in 1992 when SC could not save Babri Masjid: Litigant Iqbal Ansari

Litigant Iqbal Ansari spoke to TNIE after the Supreme Court ruled in favour of the Hindus in the Ayodhya Land Dispute. 

Ayodhya after Verdict: Devotees gather at river Saryu for special aarti

After the Supreme Court's judgment on the Ayodhya Land Dispute. many in the temple town were seen rejoicing.

Ayodhya Verdict: Babri Masjid was built on a temple structure, says Hindu Mahasabha lawyer

There is clear evidence that Hindus believed Ram was born on the disputed site: CJI Ranjan Gogoi

Kochi: Maradu apartment residents cry out against demolition over CRZ violation

On September 6 the Supreme Court issued an ultimatum for the demolition of four apartment buildings in Kochi, asking the Maradu municipality to complete the demolition by September 20. 

Over 150 encroachments around Velachery MRTS demolished

More than 150 illegally constructed buildings and establishments on Southern Railways land in Velachery were demolished after a Supreme Court verdict.

Activists rally against census citizenship question

However, the U.S. Supreme Court's conservative majority appeared inclined to hand President Donald Trump a victory. 

Trump on track for Supreme Court victory on census

The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority on Tuesday appeared poised to hand President Donald Trump a victory on his administration’s plan to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census.

Aadhaar, adultery and Sabarimala entry: Here is why the 3 landmark judgements are important

The Supreme Court passed three landmark judgments this week - on Aadhaar, adultery, and entry of women into Sabarimala. We tell you why these verdicts are important.

Aadhaar verdict: Key points you need to know about the SC judgement

Aadhaar constitutionally valid said the five-judge Supreme Court bench comprising of Justice Chandrachud, Justice Ashok Bhushan, Chief Justice Dipak Misra, Justice A M Khanwilkar and Justice J Sikri.

Senator Feinstein urges FBI probe of Kavanaugh allegations

President Trump's nominee for the US Supreme Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh should be put on hold until the FBI conducts an investigation into a California woman's allegations of sexual misconduct.