1. Why can’t hospitals, schools, and colleges have stray dogs on campus? Supreme Court answers
The Supreme Court upheld its earlier directions to remove stray dogs from schools, hospitals, colleges, railway stations, and similar public institutions. The Court observed that such places are expected to maintain safe and controlled environments, especially for children, patients and the general public. It stressed that the right to safety and public health must be balanced with animal welfare concerns. The judgment came amid a rise in incidents of stray dog attacks across the country and clarified that authorities are duty-bound to protect people in sensitive public spaces.
2. Supreme Court Justice Sandeep Mehta on language accessibility in courts
During a hearing concerning the transfer of a divorce case from Kerala to Punjab, Supreme Court Justice Sandeep Mehta remarked that even if many people in Kerala understand English, they may still prefer not to speak it. The observation arose during a discussion of language accessibility in judicial proceedings. The Court rejected the assumption that English proficiency eliminates practical communication barriers. The exchange highlighted the importance of ensuring that litigants are comfortable with the language used in court and that access to justice remains inclusive and sensitive to regional realities.
3. An intolerant society can never be progressive or inclusive: Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan remarked that an intolerant society can never become truly progressive or inclusive. He made the observation while delivering the valedictory address at an international moot court competition organised by the Indore Institute of Law. Justice Bhuyan emphasised the importance of constitutional values, mutual respect and democratic dialogue in preserving social harmony. His remarks reflected concerns about rising intolerance in public discourse and underscored that diversity and inclusion are essential foundations of a healthy constitutional democracy.
4. Plea in Supreme Court seeks 30% quota for women lawyers in law officer posts
A petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking 30 per cent reservation for women lawyers in appointments as Attorney General, Solicitor General, government law officers and legal panels of State governments and PSUs. The plea highlighted the absence of any woman Attorney General or Solicitor General in India’s history and argued that inadequate representation of women in such positions also impacts judicial diversity. The petition seeks structural reforms to ensure greater gender representation and equal opportunities for women within the legal profession.
5. Supreme Court rejects PIL against caste enumeration in census
The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking exclusion of caste enumeration from the national population census. The Court observed that the issue falls within the policy domain of the executive and legislature and does not warrant judicial interference. It reiterated that courts generally refrain from intervening in policy decisions unless there is a clear constitutional violation. The dismissal comes amid continuing political and social debates surrounding caste-based data collection and its implications for welfare policies and reservation frameworks in India.
6. Girls should not leave school due to lack of sanitary napkins: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court observed that girls should not be forced to discontinue education because of a lack of access to sanitary napkins and menstrual hygiene facilities in schools. The Court directed the Central government to submit fresh compliance reports every three months regarding the implementation of its earlier judgment on menstrual health infrastructure. Stressing the importance of dignity, health and education, the Court highlighted that proper menstrual facilities are essential for ensuring equal educational opportunities and preventing dropout of girl students across the country.
7. Supreme Court seeks Centre’s response on child trafficking through spas and dance bars
The Supreme Court sought the Central government’s response to a PIL alleging trafficking and sexual exploitation of minor girls through spas, dance bars, massage parlours and orchestras operating under the guise of entertainment and wellness services. The plea raised concerns about organised exploitation networks targeting vulnerable children. Taking note of the seriousness of the allegations, the Court issued notice to the Centre. The matter highlights growing judicial concern regarding child trafficking and the need for stronger regulatory and enforcement mechanisms to protect minors.
8. NEET UG 2026 paper leak: Supreme Court says authorities have learnt no lesson
The Supreme Court issued notice to the National Testing Agency in response to petitions alleging the leakage of the NEET UG 2026 examination paper. The Bench expressed concern that, despite previous controversies relating to examination leaks, authorities appeared not to have learned any lessons. The Court’s remarks reflected serious concerns about the integrity and credibility of competitive examinations that affect lakhs of students. The petitions seek accountability and measures to ensure fairness and transparency in the conduct of national-level entrance examinations.
9. Threatening to upload a woman’s private video amounts to criminal intimidation: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of a man for criminal intimidation after he threatened to upload a woman’s bathing video on Facebook. The Court clarified that the offence is complete once a threat intended to cause fear or coercion is made, even if the video itself is not recovered or uploaded. The judgment emphasised the seriousness of online threats and digital harassment against women. It reinforces legal protections against misuse of private content and recognises the psychological harm caused by such intimidation.
10. Register FIRs immediately in child trafficking cases: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court issued extensive directions to strengthen the response mechanism for missing children and child trafficking cases across India. The Court directed police authorities to register FIRs immediately without conducting preliminary inquiries and called for the creation of a nationwide police coordination grid. Expressing concern over the widening gap between missing children and traced children statistics, the Court emphasised that delays in investigation seriously endanger victims. The directions aim to ensure faster tracing, coordinated investigation and stronger institutional response to child trafficking offences.
