1. The Supreme Court issues nationwide directions to expand open prisons
The Supreme Court issued binding directions to all States and Union Territories to expand and strengthen Open Correctional Institutions, commonly known as open prisons. The Court observed that overcrowded prisons operating at more than 120% capacity violate prisoners’ dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution of India and emphasised that open prisons can help in rehabilitation and humane prison administration.
2. Judges citing fake AI-generated case laws amounts to misconduct: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court observed that judicial orders that rely on artificial intelligence-generated but non-existent case law amount to judicial misconduct rather than a simple error. The Court decided to examine the issue in detail and sought responses from R. Venkataramani, Tushar Mehta and the Bar Council of India, while also appointing an amicus curiae to assist in addressing the growing use of AI in legal proceedings.
3. Supreme Court orders CBI probe into DLF’s The Primus Garden City project in Gurugram
The Supreme Court directed the Central Bureau of Investigation to investigate alleged irregularities in the residential project “The Primus DLF Garden City” in Gurugram, developed by DLF Limited. The Court noted that the issues raised might be “just the tip of the iceberg” and expressed concern about the role of regulatory authorities responsible for protecting homebuyers.
4. Not one woman: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan questions diversity in Supreme Court appointments during Chandrachud tenure
Ujjal Bhuyan highlighted the lack of gender diversity in appointments to the Supreme Courtduring the tenure of former Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud. He pointed out that among fourteen judges appointed to the Court during that period, none were women, raising concerns about representation in the higher judiciary.
5. Lawyers and judges must show sensitivity in matrimonial disputes: Delhi High Court Chief Justice
D. K. Upadhyaya stated that strict application of legal provisions alone may not always ensure justice in matrimonial disputes. Speaking at the India International Disputes Week 2026, he emphasised that lawyers and judges must approach such cases with sensitivity, noting that many matrimonial conflicts are rooted in social problems rather than purely legal issues.
6. CJI Surya Kant launches Chandigarh International Arbitration Centre
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant inaugurated the Chandigarh International Arbitration Centre, stating that the initiative aims to strengthen India’s credibility as a reliable global dispute-resolution hub. He noted that the centre reflects India’s commitment not only to economic growth but also to providing a trustworthy legal framework for resolving commercial disputes.
7. Rape survivor moves Supreme Court against anticipatory bail granted to Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil
A rape survivor approached the Supreme Court challenging a Kerala High Court order granting anticipatory bail to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in one of three rape cases registered against him. The petition seeks cancellation of the bail order and further judicial scrutiny of the allegations.
8. Courts must not suspect every development project on environmental grounds: CJI Surya Kant
Surya Kant remarked that courts should avoid automatically viewing every development project with suspicion on environmental grounds. Speaking at the Punjab and Haryana High Court, he cautioned that such an approach could hinder legitimate developmental aspirations while emphasising the need for balanced judicial oversight.
9. Supreme Court orders salary deduction after man refuses to pay maintenance to wife
The Supreme Court directed the employer of a man who refused to pay maintenance to deduct ?25,000 from his ?50,000 monthly salary and transfer the amount directly to his estranged wife’s bank account. The Court intervened to ensure compliance with the maintenance order and to protect the spouse's financial rights.
10. Security comes first: Bombay High Court dismisses plea for namaz space near Mumbai airport
The Bombay High Court dismissed a plea by a taxi drivers’ association seeking temporary space near Mumbai’s domestic airport to offer prayers during Ramzan. Citing security concerns raised in a government survey, the Court declined to grant relief but allowed the association to approach the Airports Authority of India for space in the redeveloped airport area.
