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🧑🏻⚖️ On 12 August, the report of the Judges Inquiry Committee on the Justice Yashwant Varma cash-in-house controversy was laid before both Houses of Parliament. All three Articles of Charge stand proved. Our analysis: https://bit.ly/466oT4p
📘 A recent book by N. Kavitha Rameshwar traces the journey of due process from the Magna Carta to American law and the Indian Constitution. Our Book Review: https://bit.ly/3TJxOGn
⚖️ The Supreme Court has scheduled hearings in two seven-judge Constitution Bench matters:
1. Whether States may impose a surcharge on sales tax computed on annual turnover — 22 September 2026: https://bit.ly/4z8rJTT
2. Whether Legislative Privilege under Article 194 overrides free speech under Article 19(1)— 6 October 2026: https://bit.ly/3UedSeN
🧑🏻⚖️ On 12 August, the report of the Judges Inquiry Committee on the Justice Yashwant Varma cash-in-house controversy was laid before both Houses of Parliament. All three Articles of Charge stand proved. Our analysis: https://bit.ly/466oT4p
📘 A recent book by N. Kavitha Rameshwar traces the journey of due process from the Magna Carta to American law and the Indian Constitution. Our Book Review: https://bit.ly/3TJxOGn
⚖️ The Supreme Court has scheduled hearings in two seven-judge Constitution Bench matters:
1. Whether States may impose a surcharge on sales tax computed on annual turnover — 22 September 2026: https://bit.ly/4z8rJTT
2. Whether Legislative Privilege under Article 194 overrides free speech under Article 19(1)— 6 October 2026: https://bit.ly/3UedSeN
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The Justice Yashwant Varma report answers its absent Judge - Supreme Court Observer
A statutory inquiry, once seized of definite charges, survives the resignation and boycott of the judge it examines.
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🇮🇳 Our Independence Day newsletter looks back at 79 years of India’s independence and the growing influence of “Swadeshi jurisprudence” in courts and classrooms. Read: https://bit.ly/4wXRiWf
⚖️ On 22 July, the Court issued notice issued in a writ petition filed by Shiv Sena (UBT), challenging Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s authority to recognise the merger of its legislators with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. We summarise the petition: https://bit.ly/4gznOrU
📃 On 20 July, Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal filed a PIL seeking an authoritative interpretation of the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. The petition argues that incorrect reading of the anti-defection law facilitates defections. Read our petition summary: https://bit.ly/4xLb6fD
🇮🇳 Our Independence Day newsletter looks back at 79 years of India’s independence and the growing influence of “Swadeshi jurisprudence” in courts and classrooms. Read: https://bit.ly/4wXRiWf
⚖️ On 22 July, the Court issued notice issued in a writ petition filed by Shiv Sena (UBT), challenging Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s authority to recognise the merger of its legislators with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. We summarise the petition: https://bit.ly/4gznOrU
📃 On 20 July, Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal filed a PIL seeking an authoritative interpretation of the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. The petition argues that incorrect reading of the anti-defection law facilitates defections. Read our petition summary: https://bit.ly/4xLb6fD
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Law, history, and ideas of India - Supreme Court Observer
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🏳️⚧️ Yesterday, the Supreme Court recorded the Union’s statement that transgender identity cards issued before the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 came into force will remain valid, subject to the outcome of the proceedings: https://bit.ly/3TXOSZi
📽️ The Transgender Amendment Act is currently under challenge before the Supreme Court. After three hearings, we recap the latest developments: https://bit.ly/4bUPbdz
⚖️ Volume 8 Issue 3 of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) shortlists five important judgements from 10 to 14 August. Read: https://bit.ly/4g3qXQM
🏳️⚧️ Yesterday, the Supreme Court recorded the Union’s statement that transgender identity cards issued before the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 came into force will remain valid, subject to the outcome of the proceedings: https://bit.ly/3TXOSZi
📽️ The Transgender Amendment Act is currently under challenge before the Supreme Court. After three hearings, we recap the latest developments: https://bit.ly/4bUPbdz
⚖️ Volume 8 Issue 3 of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) shortlists five important judgements from 10 to 14 August. Read: https://bit.ly/4g3qXQM
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Union promises no disruption to transgender identity cards already issued - Supreme Court Observer
Petitioners sought to preserve rights flowing from the 2019 law amid changes under the 2026 amendment
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🪧 Yesterday, the Supreme Court indicated that it may use Article 142 to quash FIRs against students who participated in the recent protests. It clarified that cases involving persons accused of grave offences will continue separately. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qqhDtL
🏛️ On 3 August, CJI Surya Kant inaugurated 16 special courts at Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court Complex. We examine the push for courts dedicated to anti-terror, narcotics and organised crime cases, and why this does not necessarily create judicial capacity. Read: https://bit.ly/3ShlXik
🏳️⚧️ On Monday, the Union assured that transgender identity cards issued before the commencement of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 will not be disturbed. Our report: https://bit.ly/3TXOSZi
⚖️ Volume 8 Issue 3 of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) highlights five of the most important judgements delivered last week: https://bit.ly/4g3qXQM
🪧 Yesterday, the Supreme Court indicated that it may use Article 142 to quash FIRs against students who participated in the recent protests. It clarified that cases involving persons accused of grave offences will continue separately. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qqhDtL
🏛️ On 3 August, CJI Surya Kant inaugurated 16 special courts at Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court Complex. We examine the push for courts dedicated to anti-terror, narcotics and organised crime cases, and why this does not necessarily create judicial capacity. Read: https://bit.ly/3ShlXik
🏳️⚧️ On Monday, the Union assured that transgender identity cards issued before the commencement of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 will not be disturbed. Our report: https://bit.ly/3TXOSZi
⚖️ Volume 8 Issue 3 of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) highlights five of the most important judgements delivered last week: https://bit.ly/4g3qXQM
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SC says Jantar Mantar protest FIRs cannot define students’ futures - Supreme Court Observer
The Court said Article 142 can clear FIRs involving students alone, while cases against those accused of grave offences will continue separately
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🗓️ Today a nine-judge Constitution Bench will pronounce its judgement on the definition of “industry” under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Court had reserved its verdict in March, following 3 days of arguments. Our case background: https://bit.ly/4bY5uGm
❓Our explainer analyses the stakes in the case that could reshape India’s labour jurisprudence: https://bit.ly/4bnYktW
🧩 The nine-judge bench will also reconsider a 1978 decision which favoured an expansive definition of “industry” under the Act. Our arguments matrix summarises the key contentions: https://bit.ly/4d2d5VK
🏭 In a commentary, Justice K. Chandru, former judge of the Madras High Court, wrote that the nine-judge bench hearing on the definition is "a waste of judicial time." Read: https://bit.ly/4lO5oF0
📑 Stay tuned to scobserver.in as we breakdown, summarise and analyse the verdict!
🗓️ Today a nine-judge Constitution Bench will pronounce its judgement on the definition of “industry” under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Court had reserved its verdict in March, following 3 days of arguments. Our case background: https://bit.ly/4bY5uGm
❓Our explainer analyses the stakes in the case that could reshape India’s labour jurisprudence: https://bit.ly/4bnYktW
🧩 The nine-judge bench will also reconsider a 1978 decision which favoured an expansive definition of “industry” under the Act. Our arguments matrix summarises the key contentions: https://bit.ly/4d2d5VK
🏭 In a commentary, Justice K. Chandru, former judge of the Madras High Court, wrote that the nine-judge bench hearing on the definition is "a waste of judicial time." Read: https://bit.ly/4lO5oF0
📑 Stay tuned to scobserver.in as we breakdown, summarise and analyse the verdict!
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Definition of "Industry" - Case Page - Supreme Court Observer
A nine-judge Bench of the Supreme Court unanimously held that the triple test laid down in Bangalore Water Supply v A. Rajappa (1978) will determine all pending industrial disputes.
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Today, a nine-judge Constitution Bench will determine the definition of "industry" under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.
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Today, a nine-judge Constitution Bench will determine the definition of "industry" under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.
🧵 Follow this thread for live-updates from the pronouncement. Live-st…
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🏭 Yesterday, a nine-judge Constitution Bench held that while the 1978 definition of "industry" has stood the test of time, some aspects of the triple test require refinement. The reformulated test will apply prospectively. Our report: https://bit.ly/4imgxNr
🔖 _"14 Lawyers: Portraits from the Bar"_ by Senior Advocate Raju Ramachandran tells the story of Nirmal and Kapila Hingorani, the couple behind the first PIL in India. An excerpt: https://bit.ly/3TZkqhs
🌐 Can AI companies be allowed to train their technology on copyrighted material in "public interest"? IP lawyer Aparajita Lath analyses a recent Delhi High Court decision: https://bit.ly/4ilAJix
🏭 Yesterday, a nine-judge Constitution Bench held that while the 1978 definition of "industry" has stood the test of time, some aspects of the triple test require refinement. The reformulated test will apply prospectively. Our report: https://bit.ly/4imgxNr
🔖 _"14 Lawyers: Portraits from the Bar"_ by Senior Advocate Raju Ramachandran tells the story of Nirmal and Kapila Hingorani, the couple behind the first PIL in India. An excerpt: https://bit.ly/3TZkqhs
🌐 Can AI companies be allowed to train their technology on copyrighted material in "public interest"? IP lawyer Aparajita Lath analyses a recent Delhi High Court decision: https://bit.ly/4ilAJix
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1978 “Industry” test to determine pending cases - Supreme Court Observer
Majority held the reference maintainable and left pending disputes to be decided under the 1978 triple test
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📅 We don’t usually send out our message on Saturdays, but today is a working day for the Supreme Court, so here’s what’s happening:
👨🏻⚖️ Justice Sanjay Karol retires from the Supreme Court today, after a tenure of three and a half years. On the occasion of his retirement, we look back at:
* ✍🏼 His notable judgements: https://bit.ly/4zvUGt3
* 📊 His tenure in numbers: https://bit.ly/4xa37J7
🏭 On 20 August, a nine-judge Constitution Bench held that a reference seeking reconsideration of the definition of “industry” is maintainable. Read our:
* 📈 Judgement matrix: https://bit.ly/4ihwAw4
* 📝 Judgement summary: https://bit.ly/4gorCuL
⚖️ Yesterday, the Supreme Court modified its 2025 mandate requiring Civil Judge (Junior Division) candidates to have three years of practical experience at the Bar. It held that the requirement could be met through a combination of institutional training and supervised work. Read: https://bit.ly/4qy34V0
📅 We don’t usually send out our message on Saturdays, but today is a working day for the Supreme Court, so here’s what’s happening:
👨🏻⚖️ Justice Sanjay Karol retires from the Supreme Court today, after a tenure of three and a half years. On the occasion of his retirement, we look back at:
* ✍🏼 His notable judgements: https://bit.ly/4zvUGt3
* 📊 His tenure in numbers: https://bit.ly/4xa37J7
🏭 On 20 August, a nine-judge Constitution Bench held that a reference seeking reconsideration of the definition of “industry” is maintainable. Read our:
* 📈 Judgement matrix: https://bit.ly/4ihwAw4
* 📝 Judgement summary: https://bit.ly/4gorCuL
⚖️ Yesterday, the Supreme Court modified its 2025 mandate requiring Civil Judge (Junior Division) candidates to have three years of practical experience at the Bar. It held that the requirement could be met through a combination of institutional training and supervised work. Read: https://bit.ly/4qy34V0
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Justice Sanjay Karol’s notable judgements
From proportionality in criminal sentencing to nationwide directives, Justice Karol leaves a legacy of firm and precise adjudication
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⚖️ Our latest newsletter responds to the recent NALSAR row, looking at the Supreme Court's archival practices and record of judicial outreach: https://bit.ly/3Uvm8XW
👨🏻⚖️ On the occassion of Justice Sanjay Karol retirement, we look back at:
* ✍🏼 His notable judgements: https://bit.ly/4zvUGt3
* 📊 His tenure in numbers: https://bit.ly/4xa37J7
🏭 The recent nine-judge Constitution Bench decision on definition of “industry” contained 5 opinions. Learn more through our:
* 📈 Judgement matrix: https://bit.ly/4ihwAw4
* 📝 Judgement summary: https://bit.ly/4gorCuL
⚖️ Our latest newsletter responds to the recent NALSAR row, looking at the Supreme Court's archival practices and record of judicial outreach: https://bit.ly/3Uvm8XW
👨🏻⚖️ On the occassion of Justice Sanjay Karol retirement, we look back at:
* ✍🏼 His notable judgements: https://bit.ly/4zvUGt3
* 📊 His tenure in numbers: https://bit.ly/4xa37J7
🏭 The recent nine-judge Constitution Bench decision on definition of “industry” contained 5 opinions. Learn more through our:
* 📈 Judgement matrix: https://bit.ly/4ihwAw4
* 📝 Judgement summary: https://bit.ly/4gorCuL
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Speaking out
The NALSAR row shows how judicial outreach increasingly invites dialogue, dissent and demands for transparency
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📬 The Supreme Court delivered 28 reportable judgements between 17 and 21 August 2026. Our latest issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports highlights five of the most important ones: https://bit.ly/4gu6ymW
⚖️ Our newsletter examines whether the Supreme Court has bridged the gap between institutional facts and public perception in light of the NALSAR controversy. Read: https://bit.ly/3Uvm8XW
🏭 The nine-judge Constitution Bench judgement on the definition of “industry” spans 489 pages and contains five opinions. Explore our:
* 📝 Judgement summary: https://bit.ly/4gorCuL
* 📈 Judgement matrix: https://bit.ly/4ihwAw4
📬 The Supreme Court delivered 28 reportable judgements between 17 and 21 August 2026. Our latest issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports highlights five of the most important ones: https://bit.ly/4gu6ymW
⚖️ Our newsletter examines whether the Supreme Court has bridged the gap between institutional facts and public perception in light of the NALSAR controversy. Read: https://bit.ly/3Uvm8XW
🏭 The nine-judge Constitution Bench judgement on the definition of “industry” spans 489 pages and contains five opinions. Explore our:
* 📝 Judgement summary: https://bit.ly/4gorCuL
* 📈 Judgement matrix: https://bit.ly/4ihwAw4
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SCO.LR | 2026 | Volume 8 | Issue 4 - Supreme Court Observer
The Supreme Court delivered 28 judgements between 17 to 21 August 2026. In this issue, we identified five of the most important ones…
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⚖️ On 13 August, the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026 received Presidential assent, three days after its introduction in Parliament. Prashant Reddy T. writes that the new Act could pave the way for another round of litigation. Read: https://bit.ly/4gkHcsI
🏭 Contributing Editor V. Venkatesan analyses the nine-judge “industry” verdict and examines what it leaves open for the new Industrial Relations Code. Read: https://bit.ly/4wUmDZb
🗳️ On 25 August, the Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to disclose the number of appeals pending against the deletion and inclusion of voters in West Bengal’s electoral rolls. Read: https://bit.ly/4gPYle2
🗃️ The Supreme Court’s three-day Special Lok Adalat concluded on 23 August. Of 3285 cases listed, 1712 were resolved, including 48 through mediation. We analyse: https://bit.ly/4zDTlR8
⚖️ On 13 August, the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026 received Presidential assent, three days after its introduction in Parliament. Prashant Reddy T. writes that the new Act could pave the way for another round of litigation. Read: https://bit.ly/4gkHcsI
🏭 Contributing Editor V. Venkatesan analyses the nine-judge “industry” verdict and examines what it leaves open for the new Industrial Relations Code. Read: https://bit.ly/4wUmDZb
🗳️ On 25 August, the Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to disclose the number of appeals pending against the deletion and inclusion of voters in West Bengal’s electoral rolls. Read: https://bit.ly/4gPYle2
🗃️ The Supreme Court’s three-day Special Lok Adalat concluded on 23 August. Of 3285 cases listed, 1712 were resolved, including 48 through mediation. We analyse: https://bit.ly/4zDTlR8
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New tribunal law raises more questions than answers - Supreme Court Observer
The Tribunal Reforms Act, 2026 paves the way for yet another round of litigation
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🗳️ On Tuesday, the Supreme Court sought details of appeals against the deletion and inclusion of voters in West Bengal’s electoral rolls. It also considered whether voters whose names were deleted should receive priority in the disposal of appeals. Our hearing report: https://bit.ly/4gPYle2
🪧 On 25 August, the Court agreed to list an interim application seeking the reconstitution of the High-Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) investigating allegations of police excesses during the 20 July student protests at Jantar Mantar. Read: https://bit.ly/4wLE7Xz
⚖️ On 13 August, the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026 received Presidential assent just three days after its introduction in Parliament. In his commentary, Prashant Reddy T. explains why the Act could trigger further litigation once the qualification criteria for tribunal members are notified. Read: https://bit.ly/4gkHcsI
🗳️ On Tuesday, the Supreme Court sought details of appeals against the deletion and inclusion of voters in West Bengal’s electoral rolls. It also considered whether voters whose names were deleted should receive priority in the disposal of appeals. Our hearing report: https://bit.ly/4gPYle2
🪧 On 25 August, the Court agreed to list an interim application seeking the reconstitution of the High-Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) investigating allegations of police excesses during the 20 July student protests at Jantar Mantar. Read: https://bit.ly/4wLE7Xz
⚖️ On 13 August, the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026 received Presidential assent just three days after its introduction in Parliament. In his commentary, Prashant Reddy T. explains why the Act could trigger further litigation once the qualification criteria for tribunal members are notified. Read: https://bit.ly/4gkHcsI
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West Bengal SIR | SC directs ECI to disclose status of pending appeals - Supreme Court Observer
Petitioners contended that only seven lakh appeals were filed by voters deleted from electoral rolls
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🌳 Recently, the Supreme Court set aside the 2017 NGT finding that the World Culture Festival organised by the Art of Living Foundation had damaged the Yamuna floodplain. Our analysis: https://bit.ly/4iz8mNW
🗃️ On 25 August, the Court sought details on the number and status of appeals filed before tribunals against the deletion and inclusion of voters in West Bengal’s electoral rolls. The petitioners had submitted that the data was not in the public domain. Read: https://bit.ly/4gPYle2
⚖️ The Tribunals Reforms Act, 2026 marks the Union's fifth attempt at tribunal reform in the last decade. Prashant Reddy T. analyses the Act, pointing out how it leaves tribunals partially dependent on their parent ministries. Read: https://bit.ly/4gkHcsI
🌳 Recently, the Supreme Court set aside the 2017 NGT finding that the World Culture Festival organised by the Art of Living Foundation had damaged the Yamuna floodplain. Our analysis: https://bit.ly/4iz8mNW
🗃️ On 25 August, the Court sought details on the number and status of appeals filed before tribunals against the deletion and inclusion of voters in West Bengal’s electoral rolls. The petitioners had submitted that the data was not in the public domain. Read: https://bit.ly/4gPYle2
⚖️ The Tribunals Reforms Act, 2026 marks the Union's fifth attempt at tribunal reform in the last decade. Prashant Reddy T. analyses the Act, pointing out how it leaves tribunals partially dependent on their parent ministries. Read: https://bit.ly/4gkHcsI
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Proving the polluter: What the Yamuna floodplain verdict demands of environmental liability - Supreme Court Observer
The Supreme Court holds that the polluter pays principle presupposes a proven polluter and a documented ecological baseline.
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👨🏻⚖️ Our newsletter analyses Justice Sandeep Mehta’s leaked letters to CJI Surya Kant and examines how they present a unique opportunity for the Supreme Court to reinforce public confidence in the institution. Read: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
3️⃣ Our timeline traces a brief history of how the three-year practice rule in the district judiciary has evolved since 1924. Read: https://bit.ly/3SwNwEt
🏭 The 2020 Code defines “industry” afresh. We analyse how a future Supreme Court bench might treat the commercial-character limb after the recent judgement on the definition of “industry”. Read: https://bit.ly/4wUmDZb
👨🏻⚖️ Our newsletter analyses Justice Sandeep Mehta’s leaked letters to CJI Surya Kant and examines how they present a unique opportunity for the Supreme Court to reinforce public confidence in the institution. Read: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
3️⃣ Our timeline traces a brief history of how the three-year practice rule in the district judiciary has evolved since 1924. Read: https://bit.ly/3SwNwEt
🏭 The 2020 Code defines “industry” afresh. We analyse how a future Supreme Court bench might treat the commercial-character limb after the recent judgement on the definition of “industry”. Read: https://bit.ly/4wUmDZb
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Raising a complaint - Supreme Court Observer
Justice Sandeep Mehta’s leaked letters present a unique opportunity for the Supreme Court to reassure public faith in itself
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🗃️ Our latest issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) summarises judgements from 24 to 28 August, with one bonus decision from 22 August. Read: https://bit.ly/3SjBUoj
⚖️ Our newsletter analyses Justice Mehta's letters to the CJI alleging malpractices by the Rajasthan High Court's Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma. Read: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
3️⃣ We trace a visual history of how the three-year practice rule in the recruitment to the district judiciary has evolved since 1924. Read: https://bit.ly/3SwNwEt
🗃️ Our latest issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) summarises judgements from 24 to 28 August, with one bonus decision from 22 August. Read: https://bit.ly/3SjBUoj
⚖️ Our newsletter analyses Justice Mehta's letters to the CJI alleging malpractices by the Rajasthan High Court's Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma. Read: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
3️⃣ We trace a visual history of how the three-year practice rule in the recruitment to the district judiciary has evolved since 1924. Read: https://bit.ly/3SwNwEt
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SCO.LR | 2026 | Volume 8 | Issue 5 - Supreme Court Observer
In this issue, we shortlist four important judgements from 24 to 28 August 2026 with one bonus decision from 22 August.
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🪧 Yesterday, the Supreme Court permitted the Delhi Police to register a fresh FIR against 2873 "alleged offenders" of the 20 July Jantar Mantar protests. All existing FIRs were quashed. We report: https://bit.ly/4xsPW67
👨🏾⚖️ On Monday, the Collegium recommended the transfer of Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal to the Rajasthan High Court and proposed his elevation as its Chief Justice. In light of SC Justice Sandeep Mehta's leaked letters, we analyse this move: https://bit.ly/45VGjRs
⚖️ Last week, the Court delivered 4 reportable judgements. In our latest issue of SCO.LR, we summarise all 4, along with a bonus decision from 22 August. Read: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
🪧 Yesterday, the Supreme Court permitted the Delhi Police to register a fresh FIR against 2873 "alleged offenders" of the 20 July Jantar Mantar protests. All existing FIRs were quashed. We report: https://bit.ly/4xsPW67
👨🏾⚖️ On Monday, the Collegium recommended the transfer of Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal to the Rajasthan High Court and proposed his elevation as its Chief Justice. In light of SC Justice Sandeep Mehta's leaked letters, we analyse this move: https://bit.ly/45VGjRs
⚖️ Last week, the Court delivered 4 reportable judgements. In our latest issue of SCO.LR, we summarise all 4, along with a bonus decision from 22 August. Read: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
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SC quashes Jantar Mantar protest FIRs across India, permits fresh FIR against 2873 - Supreme Court Observer
CJI said the order would provide a “healing balm” to protesters while preserving the State’s right to prosecute alleged offenders
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⚖️ Last week, Justice Sandeep Mehta wrote three letters to CJI Surya Kant alleging malpractices by the Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma. Later, the Collegium recommended Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal’s transfer from the Chhattisgarh High Court to the Rajasthan High Court and separately proposed his appointment as its Chief Justice.
* ✉️ We explain the allegations in Justice Mehta’s leaked letters: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
* 👨🏻⚖️ We examine whether the Collegium resolutions addressed questions of accountability: https://bit.ly/4h8QJ5x
🏛️ Last week, the Supreme Court restored a criminal appeal dismissed by the Rajasthan High Court over a filing defect and the absence of counsel. We examine the role of “quality legal assistance” in a litigant’s journey: https://bit.ly/4yg4Uwr
📆 August 2026 saw the Supreme Court focus on the Jantar Mantar student protests, bid farewell to Justice Sanjay Karol, and close a 40-year-old question on the definition of “industry”. Read our monthly review: https://bit.ly/4d9OMUT
⚖️ Last week, Justice Sandeep Mehta wrote three letters to CJI Surya Kant alleging malpractices by the Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma. Later, the Collegium recommended Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal’s transfer from the Chhattisgarh High Court to the Rajasthan High Court and separately proposed his appointment as its Chief Justice.
* ✉️ We explain the allegations in Justice Mehta’s leaked letters: https://bit.ly/4zNshPg
* 👨🏻⚖️ We examine whether the Collegium resolutions addressed questions of accountability: https://bit.ly/4h8QJ5x
🏛️ Last week, the Supreme Court restored a criminal appeal dismissed by the Rajasthan High Court over a filing defect and the absence of counsel. We examine the role of “quality legal assistance” in a litigant’s journey: https://bit.ly/4yg4Uwr
📆 August 2026 saw the Supreme Court focus on the Jantar Mantar student protests, bid farewell to Justice Sanjay Karol, and close a 40-year-old question on the definition of “industry”. Read our monthly review: https://bit.ly/4d9OMUT
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Raising a complaint - Supreme Court Observer
Justice Sandeep Mehta’s leaked letters present a unique opportunity for the Supreme Court to reassure public faith in itself
🛃 On Wednesday, the Supreme Court set aside a customs order after finding that AI hallucinated citations were used to impose a penalty of ₹425.28 crore! Our analysis: https://bit.ly/4h6RooV
👨🏾⚖️ Last week, the Court emphasised that legal aid is more than mere appointment of a counsel and extends to sustained, quality representation. Our report: https://bit.ly/4yg4Uwr
⚖️ The Court is set to decide whether BCI Chairperson Mannan Kumar Mishra's five-year tenure violates the BCI Rules. Read our background of the case: https://bit.ly/4xE4Wyg
👨🏾⚖️ Last week, the Court emphasised that legal aid is more than mere appointment of a counsel and extends to sustained, quality representation. Our report: https://bit.ly/4yg4Uwr
⚖️ The Court is set to decide whether BCI Chairperson Mannan Kumar Mishra's five-year tenure violates the BCI Rules. Read our background of the case: https://bit.ly/4xE4Wyg
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When an AI hallucination enters an executive order - Supreme Court Observer
A recent Supreme Court decision raises questions on whether safeguards governing AI-assisted adjudication extend to departmental authorities.
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🏛️ On 2 September, the Supreme Court said that BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra was a “pro tem” chairperson until fresh elections. It directed the BCI to consult the Attorney General and Solicitor General before making major policy decisions. We explain the challenge: https://bit.ly/3UBI8AC
🌐 We analyse a 2026 ruling on how AI hallucinations can creep into executive directions. This was the Court’s second intervention in a case involving AI-hallucinated directions this year. Read: https://bit.ly/4h6RooV
♿ In a recent disability rights ruling, the Supreme Court held that earning capacity must be assessed in the “open, competitive market”, rather than based on retention in a highly accommodated role. We analyse: https://bit.ly/4x6dVHa
🏛️ On 2 September, the Supreme Court said that BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra was a “pro tem” chairperson until fresh elections. It directed the BCI to consult the Attorney General and Solicitor General before making major policy decisions. We explain the challenge: https://bit.ly/3UBI8AC
🌐 We analyse a 2026 ruling on how AI hallucinations can creep into executive directions. This was the Court’s second intervention in a case involving AI-hallucinated directions this year. Read: https://bit.ly/4h6RooV
♿ In a recent disability rights ruling, the Supreme Court held that earning capacity must be assessed in the “open, competitive market”, rather than based on retention in a highly accommodated role. We analyse: https://bit.ly/4x6dVHa
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What is the challenge against BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra? - Supreme Court Observer
The Court’s response suggests a focus on Mishra’s 12 year long tenure while concerns regarding PEARL-FIRST Trust remain
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🗃️ In the first issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) this month, we have identified five important judgements from the top court. Read the judgements alongside our assistive mindmaps, sharp summaries and citation features: https://bit.ly/4xagdFi
👨🏻⚖️ Our newsletter examines how the recent discussion on the appointment of distinguished jurists to the Supreme Court has revived the debate on achieving a balanced judiciary. Read: https://bit.ly/46HFFHt
🏛️ The Supreme Court is hearing a petition challenging BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra’s 12-year tenure and seeking a declaration that the office of BCI Chairperson remain neutral, independent and free from conflicts of interest arising from partisan political office. Read: https://bit.ly/3UBI8AC
🗃️ In the first issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR) this month, we have identified five important judgements from the top court. Read the judgements alongside our assistive mindmaps, sharp summaries and citation features: https://bit.ly/4xagdFi
👨🏻⚖️ Our newsletter examines how the recent discussion on the appointment of distinguished jurists to the Supreme Court has revived the debate on achieving a balanced judiciary. Read: https://bit.ly/46HFFHt
🏛️ The Supreme Court is hearing a petition challenging BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra’s 12-year tenure and seeking a declaration that the office of BCI Chairperson remain neutral, independent and free from conflicts of interest arising from partisan political office. Read: https://bit.ly/3UBI8AC
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SCO.LR | 2026 | Volume 9 | Issue 1 - Supreme Court Observer
In this issue, we shortlist five important judgements from 31 August to 4 September 2026
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👨🏻⚖️ On 1 September, the Supreme Court directed seven states to raise the retirement age of district judiciary officers from 60 to 62 years to arrest the “attrition of experienced judicial talent”. We analyse the move: https://bit.ly/46fa9QX
🤰🏽Last week, the Gujarat High Court permitted a couple to approach an authorised clinic for assisted reproductive technology (ART) services, extending reproductive choice beyond the Supreme Court’s transitional exception. Read: https://bit.ly/4d21uVO
⚖️ In our latest issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR), we shortlist five important judgements from 31 August to 4 September 2026. Read: https://bit.ly/4xagdFi
👨🏻⚖️ On 1 September, the Supreme Court directed seven states to raise the retirement age of district judiciary officers from 60 to 62 years to arrest the “attrition of experienced judicial talent”. We analyse the move: https://bit.ly/46fa9QX
🤰🏽Last week, the Gujarat High Court permitted a couple to approach an authorised clinic for assisted reproductive technology (ART) services, extending reproductive choice beyond the Supreme Court’s transitional exception. Read: https://bit.ly/4d21uVO
⚖️ In our latest issue of the Supreme Court Observer Law Reports (SCO.LR), we shortlist five important judgements from 31 August to 4 September 2026. Read: https://bit.ly/4xagdFi
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Bridging the “yawning gap”: The retirement age of District Judges - Supreme Court Observer
Supreme Court raises District Judges’ retirement age to 62 to arrest the “attrition of experienced judicial talent”.