INDIA
Mumbai court ends Rs 7.65 theft case after 50 years: ‘No point in keeping it pending’
The decision is part of a broader push by courts to unclog dockets weighed down by cases that have effectively gone cold, with no realistic chance of resolution.
INDIA
'Govt seeking dates as NSA case lacks merit': Sonam Wangchuk’s wife on his 'illegal detention': 'If it can happen to him…'
Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali Angmo claimed the grounds of detention are outdated, pointing out that some rely on videos that are “one and a half years old or one year old.” Of the five FIRs cited, she said three do not even mention him by name.
PERSONAL-FINANCE
EPF withdrawals through UPI: What’s changing, how it will work, rollout timeline explained
According to a report by news agency PTI, the Union labour ministry is working on a new system that will benefit nearly eight crore members of the EPFO.
INDIA
'Media trials ruin careers': Ex-Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi says Justice Varma won’t be seen honest even if acquitted
On Friday, the Supreme Court dismissed a plea filed by Justice Yashwant Varma challenging the Lok Sabha Speaker’s decision to constitute a three-member Inquiry Committee under the Judges (Inquiry) Act.
INDIA
'Banks, telecom providers accountable where loss stems from negligence': MHA panel on 'digital arrest' to SC
The RBI informed the committee that it has already issued an advisory to banks encouraging the use of AI-based tools to detect fraud. An RTI response revealed that, as of December 10, 2025, 23 banks had implemented its MuleHunter.AI system.
INDIA
Sonam Wangchuk detention: Climate activist's counsel Sibal tells Supreme Court 'DM failed to apply his mind'
At the outset, Sibal again pointed out that four videos relied upon by the detaining authority were never supplied to Wangchuk.
INDIA
Language row over 'imposition': Why Kerala's Malayalam bill has Karnataka worried
One of the most contentious aspects of the Bill relates to schooling. The legislation makes Malayalam the compulsory first language from Classes 1 to 10 in Kerala syllabus schools.
INDIA
Supreme Court issues notice to Centre, Election Commission on plea against 'lifetime immunity' for CEC, ECs
The plea assails the constitutional validity of the Parliament-enacted legislation, alleging that it confers sweeping and unprecedented protection on the CEC and the ECs.
INDIA
Supreme Court calls for adding ‘Romeo-Juliet’ clause in POCSO Act to protect genuine teen relationships
The apex court said the Centre should consider steps to curb the misuse of POCSO Act, including the idea of a 'Romeo-Juliet clause' to shield consensual adolescent relationships from criminal prosecution.
INDIA
ED says I-PAC received proceeds of crime in West Bengal coal smuggling case, moves Calcutta HC
The ED alleged that one hawala operator, linked to layering of the proceeds of crime from coal smuggling, facilitated transactions involving “tens of crores of rupees” to I-PAC.
INDIA
Sonam Wangchuk detention: Video played in Supreme Court; Sibal says 'speech was to stop violence'
Wangchuk’s detention followed violent protests in Ladakh demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status, in which four people were killed and several injured. The administration has accused him of inciting the violence, a charge his counsel strongly disputes.
INDIA
Supreme Court to deliver verdict on bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in 2020 Delhi riots case on Monday
Umar Khalid was arrested in September 2020 for his alleged role as one of the “masterminds” behind the riots, which left 53 people dead and over 700 injured.
INDIA
Delhi High Court reprimands police for routine use of ‘haath mara’ in modesty FIRs: 'Gross misuse of law
The matter before the court arose from an incident in which the complainant alleged that the accused persons, allegedly intoxicated, had assaulted her and pressured her to dance with them.
INDIA
How Delhi High Court used 'parens patriae' powers to appoint wife as legal guardian of comatose man
The court exercised its “parens patriae” powers, a doctrine that allows constitutional courts to step in to safeguard those unable to take decisions for themselves.
INDIA
Supreme Court stays Delhi HC order granting bail to Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao rape case | Key observations
At the heart of the dispute is the High Court’s prima facie view that the offence of aggravated penetrative sexual assault under the POCSO Act was not established against Sengar.
INDIA
Centre opposes PIL in Delhi High Court seeking lower GST on air purifiers: 'Will open pandora's box'
The petition, filed by advocate Kapil Madan, seeks directions to classify air purifiers as medical devices and reduce GST from 18 per cent to 5 per cent in view of worsening air quality in Delhi and neighbouring regions.
BUSINESS
Delhi High Court asks SEBI to share 'internal' investigation report with accused: 'Prima facie unfair'
Referring to Article 21 of the Constitution, it underscored that fairness and transparency are essential components of criminal trials and cannot be overridden by claims of regulatory confidentiality.
WORLD
BNP leader in exile Tarique Rahman lands in Bangladesh ahead of February polls
Rahman arrived from London on a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight, accompanied by his wife Zubaida Rahman and their daughter Zaima Rahman.
INDIA
Supreme Court 2025 roundup: Presidential reference, stray dogs, environmental clearance, women's quota shape landmark year
From limits on Governors’ and President’s powers to environmental clearances and tribunal reforms, the Supreme Court reshaped constitutional boundaries in 2025, upholding Article 21 in stray dog bites cases and women’s representation in bar councils.
INDIA
Supreme Court to hold special vacation bench today to hear urgent cases
The bench will consist of CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and is scheduled to take up 17 cases, covering both criminal and civil disputes.
INDIA
Kiren Rijiju says govt ready to hear Oppn as SIR demand dominates all-party meet ahead of Parliament Winter Session
The Winter Session begins Monday and continues until December 19, spread over 19 days with 15 sittings.
INDIA
Oppn calls all-party meet ahead of 'shortest ever' Winter Session of Parliament 'formality', govt lists 14 bills
The Opposition parties are demanding a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), Delhi's Red Fort blast, air pollution, farmers issues, and national security among other issues.
INDIA
Congress attacks 'Modi-Shah duo' on FIR against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi: 'Mischievous politics of vendetta'
Besides Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, the list includes Congress leaders Sam Pitroda and Suman Dubey, Sunil Bhandari of Dotex Merchandise Ltd., AJL, YI, Dotex, and “unknown others.”
INDIA
Two-time AAP MLA Rajesh Gupta joins BJP ahead of MCD bypolls: 'Many people want to leave...'
Rajesh Gupta sharply criticised AAP national convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, saying he had long felt undervalued despite years of organisational work.
