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US Supreme Court allows White House ballroom construction for now

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - The US Supreme Court on Friday allowed construction of a massive White House ballroom to continue for now, giving President Donald Trump a temporary victory for one of his pet renovation projects.

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Utah Needs More Housing. The Army Corps Shut Down 265 New Homes Because of a Small Ditch.

Despite the Supreme Court's best efforts to rein them in, federal regulators continue to abuse their authority under the Clean Water Act.

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White House ballroom construction can proceed, SCOTUS says

The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to a Trump administration request to temporarily set aside an appellate court ruling that would have stalled above-ground construction on the planned White House ballroom. The one-sentence order, signed by Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., did not provide any explanation for his decision,…

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SC relaxes 3-year mandatory law practice norm to one year for entry level judicial exam

The Supreme Court on Friday cut the mandatory legal practice requirement for entry-level judicial service exams from three years to one year, providing relief to law graduates.

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SC sets aside order allowing DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran's plea to summon telecom secretary as court witness

The Supreme Court recently nullified a directive from the Madras High Court regarding DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran's legal situation. This decision permits Maran to summon the Union Telecom Secretary as a defense witness, overturning the earlier high court order that required the secretary’s testimony. The core of this case pertains…

The Economic Times

'Stillborn law': Supreme Court finds fault with UP Gangsters Act, says prone to misuse

The Supreme Court has declared the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters Act stillborn. This 1986 law is prone to misuse against unsuspecting citizens. The court noted the act allows punishment without a defined legal offense. It stated the law could perpetuate violence while aiming to prevent it. The judgment quashed a case…

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President approves Gallantry Medal for former cop who killed 2 dacoits in 2003

In a significant update, the Centre has informed the Supreme Court about the President's Medal granted to Vivek Singh Chouhan, honoring his extraordinary courage in a 2003 anti-dacoity mission. The Supreme Court had shown concern over the award's postponement. Following the President’s sanction, the Ministry of Home Affairs will cease…

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3-year practice rule for judiciary latest update: SC reduces requirement for entry-level judicial exams; check new rules

The Supreme Court has reduced the mandatory legal practice requirement for entry-level judicial service exams from three years to one year. Candidates appearing for exams notified between May 25, 2025 and March 31, 2027 can apply without prior experience, but selected candidates will undergo one year of judicial academy training…

The Economic Times

Prediction market exec says gambling fight could reach Supreme Court by June

A possible circuit split could determine whether federal commodities law overrides state gambling rules.

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Supreme Court acquits bus driver in passenger death case, says followingconductor’s signal is not negligence

Supreme Court acquits bus driver in passenger death case, and holds that driver cannot be blamed for following conductor's signal. Know what happened in this case.

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Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan returned to prison after overnight hospital visit

Pakistan's former prime minister was examined after the Supreme Court ordered authorities to allow access to a private medical panel

The Independent UK

Another Unusual Footnote In An En Banc Fifth Circuit Opinion

Something strange happened in these two cases.

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Supreme Court dismisses Reliance Communications, lenders' petitions against bank guarantee invocation

The Supreme Court dismissed Reliance Communications lenders' challenge to the DoT's bank guarantee invocation. The court stated lenders should have approached the high court first for this matter. The DoT sought to invoke bank guarantees totaling approximately ₹800 crore from four banks. Lenders argued the Supreme Court's prior judgment did…

The Economic Times

Trump ‘fails the laugh test,’ say critics, with push to weaponize the Census for ‘rigged’ elections

Trump touts shoddy analysis and bogus data to claim ‘I WON THE ELECTION’ as he pushes for sweeping restrictions on ballot access

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Pakistan may consider private hospital treatment for imprisoned ex-PM Khan, minister says

A senior Pakistani Cabinet minister says the government could consider allowing imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan to receive treatment at a private hospital or abroad if adequate medical care is unavailable at a government facility

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Court Partly Blocks Minnesota Law Restricting False Statements About "Restrictions on Voter Eligibility"

Minnesota officials were using the law to block contested claims about when felons were allowed to vote in Minnesota elections.

The Economic Times

NEET protests: SC constitutes 5-member panel to probe police excesses, use of force and surveillance

The Supreme Court on Thursday constituted a five-member High-Powered Enquiry Committee headed by former judge R Subhash Reddy to investigate alleged police excesses during NEET protests. The panel will examine claims involving pellet guns, electric batons, lathi charges, tear gas, violence against women, surveillance, crowd-control measures, medical aid and compensation.

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CBSE's three-language policy: Don't want children to come under any pressure, says SC

The Supreme Court urged finding solutions for CBSE's three-language policy challenges. It suggested revisiting implementation and considering a reprieve for current Class 6 students. The court also questioned the starting point for language choices and the definition of native languages. It emphasized ensuring adequate infrastructure and teacher availability for the…

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Texas Requires the Ten Commandments Be Posted in Every Classroom. SCOTUS May Decide If That's Constitutional.

A major separation-of-church-and-state case lands at the Supreme Court.

The Economic Times

UGC equity regulations 2026 under reconsideration: Centre to SC

The Supreme Court is hearing pleas challenging UGC equity regulations. The Centre informed the court that the 2026 regulations are under reconsideration. Previously, the apex court had kept these regulations in abeyance. The court sought a comprehensive counter affidavit from the UGC. The existing 2012 regulations will continue to operate…

The Economic Times

Police cannot investigate offences under PCPNDT Act: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled police cannot investigate PCPNDT Act offences. Designated authorities must take action in these specific technical cases. Police powers are restricted to offences under this particular Act. They can still investigate independent criminal law offences disclosed. This judgment clarifies police roles in sex selection prohibition matters.

The Economic Times

SC agrees to hear review pleas against 2022 verdict upholding ED powers under PMLA

The Supreme Court will hear review petitions challenging its 2022 judgment. These petitions question the Enforcement Directorate's powers under the PMLA law. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued for the review petitions' urgent hearing. The Centre opposes a wider review beyond specific issues. The court previously upheld key PMLA provisions and…

The Economic Times

Tarun Tejpal moves Supreme Court against his conviction in sexual assault case

Tejpal was convicted of raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator in 2013 during an event organised by the Tehelka magazine in Goa. The 62-year-old had claimed that he was a political victim.

The Economic Times

Man takes a DNA test, finds out he isn't the child's father; files for divorce but wife refuses official test; Supreme Court allows the paternity test

Man takes a DNA test, finds out he isn't the child's father, files for divorce, and moves court for an official paternity test after his wife refuses one. The Supreme Court has now allowed the test, ruling that a child can be subjected to a DNA paternity test in matrimonial…

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Supreme Court says 1978 ‘industry’ definition won’t guide interpretation of 2020 labour code

The Supreme Court has limited the 1978 "industry" definition for the new labor code. A nine-judge bench held the 1978 ruling will not govern the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Pending cases under the old law will still use the "triple test" definition. The court found the reference seeking reconsideration of…

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