Supreme Court

1. SC Refers Section 392 CrPC Third Judge Powers to Larger Bench on Revisiting Unanimous Findings

The Supreme Court has referred to a larger bench the question of whether a third judge appointed under Section 392 CrPC can reopen unanimous findings of a division bench. The referral was prompted by concerns that allowing such revisitation would grant composite appellants an advantage unavailable to those filing separate appeals, potentially violating Article 14 equality principles.

Why it matters: This clarification will determine appellate rights and fairness in criminal procedure, affecting how convicted persons can challenge unanimous bench decisions.

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Supreme Court of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 01:00 PM IST
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2. SC Recognizes Homemakers as Nation Builders, Creates Loss of Domestic Care Compensation Head

The Supreme Court has established a new compensatory head titled ‘Loss of Domestic Care’ in motor accident claims to recognize the economic value of homemakers’ unpaid household contributions. The innovative measure significantly enhanced a MACT award from ₹8.43 lakhs to ₹62.77 lakhs by accounting for loss of maternal support for children and spousal care.

Why it matters: This landmark ruling quantifies previously uncompensated domestic labor, establishing economic recognition for homemakers’ contributions in tort law and accident compensation.

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Supreme Court of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 11:30 AM IST
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Family Law

3. SC Establishes Child Welfare as Paramount in Custody Disputes, Overrides Parental Claims

The Supreme Court has ruled that a child’s psychological integrity, dignity, and mental health must take paramount priority in custody disputes, superseding parental competing claims. The decision modified Bombay High Court panel directives on child protection in cases involving family discord and allegations of child abuse.

Why it matters: This establishes clear constitutional hierarchy in family law where child welfare cannot be subordinated to parental rights, strengthening protections for vulnerable children.

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Supreme Court of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 11:25 AM IST
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Regulatory

4. SC Mandates Complete Form F Record Maintenance as Statutory Duty Under PCPNDT Act

The Supreme Court has clarified that comprehensive and accurate maintenance of Form F records under the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 is a statutory obligation, not merely a technical procedural requirement. Any deficiency or inaccuracy constitutes an offense rather than a clerical error.

Why it matters: This strengthens enforcement of sex-selection prevention legislation by establishing strict compliance standards for medical practitioners registering diagnostic procedures.

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Supreme Court of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 05:27 AM IST
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Civil Law

5. SC Clarifies Motor Vehicle Must Play Active Role in Accident for Section 166 Claim Maintainability

The Supreme Court has established that motor accident claims under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 are not maintainable if the motor vehicle itself plays no active or proximate causal role in the accident. This ruling sets jurisdictional thresholds for MACT proceedings.

Why it matters: This clarification prevents frivolous motor accident claims and establishes proper jurisdictional boundaries for Motor Accident Claims Tribunals.

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Supreme Court of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 11:09 AM IST
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Property Law

6. SC Rules Constructive Res Judicata Inapplicable Where Owner Protected Only Threatened Land Portions

The Supreme Court has determined that constructive res judicata cannot bar subsequent title suits when earlier litigation addressed only specific unauthorized transactions affecting discrete property portions. The ruling clarifies doctrinal limits on issue preclusion in property disputes.

Why it matters: This protects property owners’ right to pursue separate title claims for different land parcels, preventing finality doctrines from being applied beyond their proper scope.

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Supreme Court of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 11:01 AM IST
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Constitutional Law

7. SC Rules Pre-Marital Consensual Relationship Cannot Ground Character Adverse Inference in Employment

The Supreme Court has held that pre-marital consensual physical relationships between adults cannot form the basis for adverse character inferences in government employment decisions. The decision restored a police constable’s appointment that had been cancelled on moral turpitude grounds.

Why it matters: This advances constitutional privacy jurisprudence by protecting adult consensual conduct from employment discrimination and clarifying permissible grounds for character assessment.

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Supreme Court of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 08:30 AM IST
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Regulatory

8. IBBI Announces Fourth Amendment 2026: CoC Assistance, Cost Approval & Resolution Plan Modifications

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India has issued the Fourth Amendment 2026 to CIRP rules, introducing substantive changes to Committee of Creditors assistance protocols, cost approval mechanisms, and resolution plan submission requirements. These amendments enhance procedural transparency and decision-making efficiency.

Why it matters: These regulatory updates directly affect insolvency practitioners and creditors, streamlining corporate insolvency resolution processes across the country.

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IBBI
 · 12 Jun 2026, 09:00 AM IST
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High Court

9. Delhi HC Restrains ‘Prestige Ocean Pearl’ Use, Identifies ‘Ocean Pearl’ as Dominant Trademark Feature

The Delhi High Court has granted an ex parte injunction restraining use of the trademark ‘Prestige Ocean Pearl’ in luxury real estate, finding that ‘Ocean Pearl’ constitutes the dominant distinctive feature of the mark. The parties have been referred to mediation to resolve the intellectual property dispute.

Why it matters: This trademark decision clarifies dominance analysis in composite marks and demonstrates judicial protection of prior rights in real estate branding.

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Delhi High Court
 · 12 Jun 2026, 12:30 PM IST
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10. Delhi HC: 8-Year Delay Defeats DOB Correction in CBSE Records; Article 226 Cannot Bypass Registration Act

The Delhi High Court has ruled that an eight-year delay defeats a plea for date of birth correction in CBSE educational records, establishing temporal bar principles in education administration. The court clarified that date of birth disputes must first be resolved under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969 before seeking CBSE record modification.

Why it matters: This establishes procedural hierarchy and time-bars for educational record corrections, preventing circumvention of statutory registration procedures through writ petitions.

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Delhi High Court
 · 12 Jun 2026, 09:30 AM IST
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Regulatory

11. BCI Announces 24th Qualifying Examination for Foreign Law Graduates; Applications Open June 25

The Bar Council of India has announced the 24th Qualifying Examination for Indian nationals holding foreign law degrees, scheduled for July 15-21, 2026. Applications will commence on June 25, 2026, with successful candidates gaining eligibility for admission to the Indian legal profession.

Why it matters: This examination determines admission pathways for foreign-educated Indian lawyers, affecting legal profession accessibility and qualification standards.

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Bar Council of India
 · 12 Jun 2026, 10:30 AM IST
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Legal News

12. CJI Surya Kant to Inaugurate IIAM ADR Summit 2026; Silver Jubilee Registrations Begin

Chief Justice Surya Kant will inaugurate the IIAM ADR Summit 2026 on July 11 in New Delhi, marking the Indian Institute of Arbitration and Mediation’s silver jubilee celebration of 25 years in alternative dispute resolution. Registrations are now open for this landmark event on arbitration and mediation practice.

Why it matters: This high-profile ADR event promotes alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and demonstrates institutional commitment to arbitration and mediation as preferred conflict resolution forums.

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Indian Institute of Arbitration and Mediation
 · 12 Jun 2026, 11:00 AM IST
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High Court

13. Kerala HC Directs Demolition Panel to Proceed with Chander Kunj Army Towers; Declines Stay

The Kerala High Court has directed the appointed panel to proceed with demolition of Chander Kunj twin Army towers, declining to stay the contract award to Edifice Engineering despite a lowest-bidder challenge. The decision affirms the validity of the contract award process.

Why it matters: This judgment clarifies contract award procedures and prevents frivolous stay applications from disrupting approved demolition projects.

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Kerala High Court
 · 12 Jun 2026, 08:05 PM IST
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Regulatory

14. Calcutta HC Hosts Workshop on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace & Gender Sensitization

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The Calcutta High Court conducted a workshop on June 12, 2026 addressing Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women and Transgender Persons at Workplace and Gender Sensitization. The event reflects institutional commitment to POSH Act compliance and gender equality within judicial institutions.

Why it matters: This institutional initiative demonstrates judicial sector engagement with workplace safety and gender equality, promoting compliance with sexual harassment prevention legislation.

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Calcutta High Court

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Legal News

15. MNLU Mumbai Offers Online Certificate Course on Intellectual Property Protection; Register by June 14

Maharaja Sayajirao University’s National Law University Mumbai is conducting an online certificate course on intellectual property protection covering trademarks, copyrights, designs, geographical indications, and plant varieties from June 15-20, 2026. The course targets law students, academicians, researchers, legal professionals, and IP enthusiasts, with registration closing June 14, 2026.

Why it matters: This specialized IP education enhances professional competence in intellectual property law, supporting development of IP expertise among legal professionals.

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MNLU Mumbai
 · 12 Jun 2026, 10:00 AM IST
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Legal News

16. Delhi HC Publishes List of Judges Appointed to Supreme Court of India

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The Delhi High Court has published an official list of judges elevated to the Supreme Court of India, reflecting recent judicial appointments and career progression within the senior judiciary. This list represents institutional transparency in appointment processes.

Why it matters: This documentation ensures public transparency regarding judicial promotions and succession planning within India’s highest court.

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Delhi High Court

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Regulatory

17. Delhi HC Issues Order on Senior Advocate Designation Procedures and Criteria

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The Delhi High Court has issued procedural guidelines regarding Senior Advocate designation, clarifying the criteria and administrative processes for grant of senior status within the senior bar. This order provides procedural clarity for advocates seeking senior designation.

Why it matters: This clarification of senior advocate procedures affects career advancement pathways for experienced advocates and bar association administration.

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Delhi High Court

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Legal News

18. Kolkata Fire Destroys 4,000 EVMs Linked to 15 Constituencies; Election Commission Probe Initiated

A fire in Kolkata has destroyed approximately 4,000 electronic voting machines associated with 15 constituencies, prompting an immediate investigation by the Election Commission. The incident raises critical concerns regarding electoral machinery safety protocols and security measures.

Why it matters: This incident highlights vulnerabilities in EVM storage security and election infrastructure protection, necessitating examination of electoral process safeguards.

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Election Commission of India / NDTV
 · 12 Jun 2026, 06:36 PM IST
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Criminal Law

19. Abhishek Banerjee Receives CID Notice in Election Campaign Speech Case

Political leader Abhishek Banerjee has been served a CID notice in connection with remarks made during election campaign polling activity, requiring his appearance for questioning. The case examines potential legal violations in electoral speech conduct.

Why it matters: This criminal investigation reflects regulatory limits on political speech during elections and the intersection of constitutional expression rights with electoral law compliance.

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Criminal Investigation Department / NDTV
 · 12 Jun 2026, 06:04 PM IST
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Legal News

20. Lucknow Students Protest Recruitment Drive Irregularities; Demand Independent Inquiry and Grievance Mechanism

Lucknow students have organized a protest against lack of transparency and irregularities in competitive recruitment examination administration, supported by institutional organizations. Protesters have demanded an independent high-level inquiry into Lekhpal exam irregularities and establishment of permanent grievance redressal mechanisms for examination aspirants.

Why it matters: This advocacy action highlights governance deficits in competitive examination administration and underscores necessity for transparent, accountable recruitment processes.

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The Hindu / Civil Society
 · 12 Jun 2026, 06:51 PM IST
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