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UNBELIEVABLE: 2 - The Untold Story

Indian police crack down on ‘abusive’ remarks about Modi during Gen Z protests

Activists allege police are taking action against people who participated in 36-day demonstrations

The Independent UK

SC grants interim anticipatory bail to DMK's Senthil Balaji in TASMAC case

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to DMK leader V Senthil Balaji. This relief was provided until further orders in a new corruption case. The court imposed conditions including cooperation with the investigation and passport deposit. Balaji faces allegations of irregularities in the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation. The Madras…

The Economic Times

SC Judge V Mohana recuses from hearing Senthil Balaji's anticipatory bail plea

Justice V Mohana recused herself from hearing V Senthil Balaji's bail plea. The Supreme Court will hear the urgent plea later today. Balaji seeks pre-arrest bail in a fresh corruption case involving TASMAC. The Madras High Court had previously dismissed his anticipatory bail petition. This case involves alleged irregularities and…

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Delhi Police owns the stone-laden truck after NL report. But their lawyer linked it to protesters in HC

After a Newslaundry investigation, Delhi Police have confirmed that the stone-laden truck seen near Jantar Mantar on the morning of the July 20 march was in their custody – a vehicle they had seized after a road accident and then moved. But in the court, the lawyer representing the police…

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'SC gate par kya lagana hai, hum dekh lenge': CJI dismisses plea on Ashok Chakra emblem

The Supreme Court declined a plea regarding the National Emblem's installation. Chief Justice Surya Kant stated the court handles such internal matters. A petitioner sought directions on placing the emblem on the apex court's dome. The court previously directed the secretary general to address the issue administratively. This appeal against…

The Economic Times

Not the Cockroach Janta Party, not even Sonam Wangchuk: The Modi govt defeated itself

First things first. Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday, announcing it himself on X. “I am pained to see the events of the past 10 days,” he wrote. No union education minister has ever resigned over paper leaks before. That this one did – a minister central to the BJP’s political…

Newslaundry

India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters threaten to hit the streets again over mass arrests

Over 100 people have been arrested across India in days following nationwide protests against country’s education minister

The Independent UK

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NEET protest violence: SC orders safeguards for protesters' digital data, release of under-18 detainees

The Supreme Court has directed all states to release detained student protesters below 18 years of age with no criminal antecedents while hearing petitions alleging police excesses during the NEET paper leak protests. Observing that "agitations in a democracy are bound to happen," the court said a prima facie case…

The Economic Times

‘I will die for this cause’: how India’s cockroach meme became the biggest challenge to Modi’s grip on power

Prime minister’s propaganda machine falters as fiercely secular youth protests reclaim nationalism

The Guardian - UK

India viewed as fair jurisdiction where international commercial disputes resolved efficiently: CJI

Speaking at an international conference organised by the Supreme Court and the Ministry of External Affairs to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), the CJI lauded its efforts in shaping the legal architecture upon which contemporary international trade now rests.

The Economic Times

Supreme Court sends demolition contempt cases to High Courts, says facts need detailed examination

A Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana directed the concerned High Courts to examine whether the demolitions were carried out in violation of the Supreme Court's directions. The Court requested the High Courts to decide the cases as quickly as possible,…

The Economic Times

Media reports 'reckless', no plea related to CJP protests filed: CJI

Chief Justice Surya Kant called media reports about denying a student protest plea hearing reckless. He stated no such petition was filed, only a representation was received. A lawyer had sought urgent hearing on July 20 police action against students. The Chief Justice declined to examine video footage at the…

The Economic Times

Gen Z gets into pest control: NEET protests cut across identity lines, and bypass mainstream media’s ‘manufactured consent’

A spontaneous protest movement dubbed the “Cockroach Janta Party” emerged from an offhand remark by CJI Surya Kant, showing how a single word can spark widespread dissent. Driven largely by Gen Z, the movement uses humour, satire and non-ideological unity to protest issues like NEET exam irregularities, education reform, unemployment…

The Economic Times

Delhi metro stations closed: CJI Kant says he will intervene if issue not resolved by lunch

Delhi metro news: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant noted metro station closures impacting court access. He stated he would intervene if the issue remained unresolved by lunchtime. Lawyers and litigants face difficulties reaching the Supreme Court due to ongoing protests. The Chief Justice assured no adverse orders would be…

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Easy to become famous through social media, avoid online popularity: CJI Surya Kant to AoRs

Chief Justice Surya Kant urged new Advocates-on-Record to focus on professional quality. He stressed that true career building stems from diligent legal work. Visibility through social media does not equate to professional credibility, he noted. Lawyers should resist the temptation of online popularity and focus on courtroom respect. Ultimately, decades…

The Economic Times

CJP protests: SC declines urgent plea challenging police action; CJI says 'don't have time to watch videos'

The Supreme Court declined an urgent plea regarding police action during a protest. The court refused to examine video footage at the mentioning stage. The petitioner's counsel sought an early listing of the case for students. Chief Justice Surya Kant stated the court was not interested in watching videos. The…

The Independent UK

Indian comedian fined for failing to carry out court-ordered disability outreach to atone for ‘joke’

Comic was accused of ridiculing people with disabilities after making jokes about spinal muscular atrophy and a visually impaired person during performances last year

The Economic Times

CJI Surya Kant welcomes 2 law clerks from Bhutan in Supreme Court

Two young professionals from Bhutan have joined the Supreme Court as law clerks. This initiative follows a memorandum of understanding signed between the two nations. The Bhutanese clerks will work for a period of three months. They will receive the same honorarium as Indian law clerks. This program aims to…

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CJI flags delay in Arbitration Council, hopes bill comes up in Parliament

Chief Justice Surya Kant noted delays in forming the Arbitration Council of India. He stressed alternative dispute resolution pathways are becoming ordinary justice routes. India's courts face over five crore pending cases, requiring out-of-court solutions. Arbitration, mediation, and digital resolution build trust for timely dispute settlements. Professional mediator training and…

The Conversation

The youth jobs crisis fuelling India’s Cockroach Janta Party protests

A new youth protest movement in India that started as online satire is now staging an ongoing sit-in in New Delhi calling for the resignation of India’s education minister.

The Economic Times

CJI Surya Kant emphasises importance of yoga at workplace

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant highlighted yoga's role in finding inner peace amidst life's chaos during International Yoga Day celebrations at the Supreme Court. He emphasized that true wellness encompasses mind, body, and spirit, urging court staff, judges, and lawyers to integrate yoga into their demanding routines. CJI Kant…

The Economic Times

Indian judiciary promotes mediation as robust dispute resolution mechanism: CJI Surya Kant

India's judiciary champions mediation as a strong way to resolve disputes. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant highlighted its importance and the widespread understanding of mediation across the country. The recent Mediation Act of 2023 marks a significant step. Mediation offers speed and affordability, preserving relationships unlike arbitration. This approach…

The Economic Times

CJI Surya Kant bats for mediation, says arbitration facing procedural hurdles

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant highlighted mediation's importance at the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom. He stated that international arbitration faces procedural challenges. Mediation is now essential for quick, friendly, and lasting dispute settlements. Indian courts and the new Mediation Act, 2023, support this shift. This emphasizes a…

The Economic Times

Court protecting rights only for those who can litigate not fulfilling constitutional function: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that courts must be accessible to all citizens. He emphasized that justice is earned through transparency and self-correction. Technology can expand access to justice, making courts more efficient. The CJI also highlighted the challenge of volume and speed in the legal system. He…

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Artificial Intelligence no longer speculative technology but an operational reality: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant

India's Chief Justice Surya Kant states artificial intelligence is an operational reality. It presents a major challenge for international law. Decisions made now will define technology's role in power, freedom, and justice. He adds that the central challenge is the human authorship over the principles that govern AI. AI can…

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