Épisodes

  • Bihar Elections and the SIR of Electoral Rolls
    Jul 19 2025

    On 10 July, the Supreme Court heard a batch of petitions challenging the Election Commission of India’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar. As the Court adjourns the issue until the end of this month, we look at how the institution has dealt with cases concerning the elections and the ECI's independence. Read our newsletter and find out more!

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    4 min
  • States’ Power to tax DTH Providers
    Jun 30 2025

    Can state governments tax DTH providers? Is the transmission of signals to air channels a service or entertainment for the purpose of taxation? What did the Supreme Court say and how does it contribute to a struggling DTH market?

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    3 min
  • Narco-analysis test as a right?
    Jun 27 2025

    Can you request a narco-test (popularly called the truth serum test) in your defence in a criminal case? If yes, what are the guidelines to be followed? Recently, in Amlesh Kumar v State of Bihar, the top court clarified that while it was not an “indefeasible” right, the accused could request it at an “appropriate stage” of trial.

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    4 min
  • Waqf Amendment Act 2025 | Interim Stay| Arguments Summary
    Jun 26 2025

    A case that dominated the news cycle during the Court’s Summer Session (April-June) was the challenge to the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025. Petitioners sought an interim stay on the legislation while the Union resisted it. We summarise the key arguments in the case.

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    7 min
  • Supreme Court’s logo change
    Jun 23 2025

    The Supreme Court's logo is back to its monochrome design after a the new Chief Justice rolled back the revised logo launched to celebrate 75 years of the Supreme Court. Is the move an indication of a broader shift favouring continuity and rootedness over reinvention and experimentation? Watch and find out!

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    5 min
  • Jail sentence spared for POCSO Convict | A one-time verdict
    Jun 23 2025

    TRIGGER WARNING: RAPERecently, the Supreme Court spared a person convicted under The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO) from a 20-year jail sentence. Our latest video tell you what happened and explains the Court's decision.

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    5 min
  • The Supreme Court’s rebranding of its annual “Vacation” period
    Jun 12 2025

    Last month, Justice B.R. Gavai took oath as India's 52nd CJI. His first week was already packed with challenges: a Presidential reference, 82,000+ pending cases, and the looming Justice Varma controversy.What's in store for the Supreme Court? Dive into our latest podcast for the full story!

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    4 min
  • CJI B.R. Gavai's tenure: What lies ahead?
    Jun 4 2025

    Chief Justice B.R. Gavai’s early days set the tone for a happening term. In our latest video, break down the major developments, challenges and what lies ahead for India's 52nd Chief Justice.

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    4 min