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US federal court ends decades-long school desegregation lawsuit in Louisiana

A US federal court on Tuesday closed a school desegregation lawsuit originally filed in 1965, effectively ending a decades-long mandate for federal oversight of school desegregation in Concordia Parish, Louisiana. The case Smith v. Concordia Parish School Board, traces back to 1965, 11 years after the landmark ruling in Brown v. Board of Education took […] The post US federal...

The administrative agency cases were not the court’s only significant separation of powers decisions this term

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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas announces the joining of Amit Kapur as Senior Partner

Mr. Kapur has been consistently recognised as a leading Projects, Infrastructure & Energy lawyer in India and is ranked in the top tier by several independent surveys and legal directories. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas announces the joining of Amit Kapur as Senior Partner appeared first on SCC Times.

Reactions to Kagan and Barrett’s congressional testimony

Plus, a look at the Trump administration’s new petition for review on Temporary Protected Status.

967 Judgments Analysed, 3,300+ Appeals Reviewed, First UNCITRAL Digest Update Since 2012: SCCA’s 250-Page Study Maps Saudi Arabia’s Arbitration Transformation

The Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration (SCCA) presents a comprehensive study tracing the evolution of Saudi Arabia’s arbitration landscape through an in-depth analysis of legislative reforms and judicial practice. Submitted to UNCITRAL, the study highlights Saudi Arabia’s commitment to enhancing transparency, strengthening legal certainty, and advancing arbitration in line with international standards. The post 967 Judgments Analysed, 3,300+ Appeals Reviewed...

Delhi High Court Upholds DHJS Exam 2026 Eligibility Criteria; Rejects Age Relaxation Claim Due to Non-Conduct of Examination in 2025

The Court stated that since all anticipated vacancies up to 1 December 2025 had already been included in the earlier recruitment process, the respondents were under no obligation to conduct a separate examination in 2025. The post Delhi High Court Upholds DHJS Exam 2026 Eligibility Criteria; Rejects Age Relaxation Claim Due to Non-Conduct of Examination in 2025 appeared first on...

Cases That Made Law | Can an Advertisement Create a Binding Contract? Revisiting Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co. [1892 2 Q.B. 484]

Cases That Made Law is a series by SCC Times that revisits the judgments that built Indian law — tracing the facts, the arguments, and the reasoning that turned a single dispute into settled law. This edition examines a question that reshaped contract law for generations: Can a public advertisement create a legally binding contract, and how exactly does a...

“Practitioner without knowledge is a quack”: Allahabad HC denies relief to homeopathic doctor whose clinic was sealed for practicing allopathy

The Court noted that the doctor’s clinic was admittedly not registered with the Chief Medical Officer’s office, which is a sine qua non for practicing modern medicine and treating patients. The post “Practitioner without knowledge is a quack”: Allahabad HC denies relief to homeopathic doctor whose clinic was sealed for practicing allopathy appeared first on SCC Times.

Supreme Court imposes ₹3 lakh costs on Samay Raina and other comedians over alleged brazen violation of undertakings

Supreme Court imposed ₹3 lakh costs each on Samay Raina, Vipul Goyal and others for alleged brazen violation of undertakings and directed them to file compliance affidavits within 15 days. The post Supreme Court imposes ₹3 lakh costs on Samay Raina and other comedians over alleged brazen violation of undertakings appeared first on SCC Times.

Bombay HC Awards ₹10,000 Compensation for Invasion of Privacy and Dignity After Police Entered Woman’s Bedroom Without Woman Constable; Tells State to Recover from Officers

Police entered a woman's bedroom without a woman constable, seized her mobile phone without a seizure panchnama, and recorded no grounds in the case diary. Bombay HC holds both the search under Section 185 and the seizure under Section 105 of the BNSS violated mandatory procedure and Article 21 of the Constitution. The post Bombay HC Awards ₹10,000 Compensation for...

Disputed Property Rights Cannot Be Decided on Affidavits: Calcutta HC Declines Conveyance Over Absence of Clear Title

The Court found serious doubts regarding the validity of the transfer and authenticity of payment records based on the applicant’s dual role as attorney and purchaser. The Court held that such disputed questions required a civil trial and not adjudication on affidavits. Hence, it dismissed the application, refusing to direct execution of the conveyance deed. The post Disputed Property Rights...

SEBI Amends LODR Regulations; Listed Entities to Now Follow SEBI-Specified Transfer and Transmission Procedures

SEBI has moved the procedural requirements for transfer and transmission of securities out of Schedule VII of the LODR Regulations and into SEBI-specified circulars, giving the regulator flexibility to update the framework without a formal amendment to the Regulations each time. The post SEBI Amends LODR Regulations; Listed Entities to Now Follow SEBI-Specified Transfer and Transmission Procedures appeared first on...

Article 227 cannot be invoked to challenge Arbitral Tribunal’s rejection of Section 16 application; Remedy lies under Section 34 after final award: Supreme Court

Reiterating the legislative policy of minimal judicial interference in arbitral proceedings, the Court observed that interference under Article 227 is warranted only in rare cases involving a patent lack of inherent jurisdiction that is apparent on the face of the record The post Article 227 cannot be invoked to challenge Arbitral Tribunal’s rejection of Section 16 application; Remedy lies under...

NSE Discharges Public Duty; Whether Its MD Is a ‘Public Servant’ Under Prevention of Corruption Act Must Be Decided at Trial: Delhi HC

Delhi High Court observes that NSE is a recognised stock exchange performing vital public functions, not an ordinary commercial venture. But whether its MD & CEO, by virtue of that office, qualifies as a "public servant" under Section 2(c)(viii) of the Prevention of Corruption Act is a mixed question of fact and law that must be determined on evidence at...

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises lenders on USD 730 million refinancing for ReNew Surya Roshni Pvt. Ltd’s 320 MW RTC hybrid renewable energy project

The transaction is one of the largest project financing transactions undertaken under India’s revamped External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) regime, underscoring continued foreign banks appetite for large-scale renewable energy infrastructure and innovative financing structures in the sector. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises lenders on USD 730 million refinancing for ReNew Surya Roshni Pvt. Ltd’s 320 MW RTC hybrid renewable energy...

Delhi HC Recommends Increasing District Courts’ Pecuniary Jurisdiction from ₹2 Crore to ₹10 Crore

The Full Court of the Delhi High Court has recommended enhancing the pecuniary jurisdiction of District Courts from ₹2 crore to ₹10 The post Delhi HC Recommends Increasing District Courts’ Pecuniary Jurisdiction from ₹2 Crore to ₹10 Crore appeared first on SCC Times.

Capital Gains Taxation of Share Buybacks: A Critical Analysis of the 2026 Reform

by Arbind Singh* The post Capital Gains Taxation of Share Buybacks: A Critical Analysis of the 2026 Reform appeared first on SCC Times.

ICC confirms jurisdiction in Libyan war crimes case

Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC) found Tuesday that the Court may exercise jurisdiction in the case of The Prosecutor v. Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri. El Hishri is alleged to have been a senior official of the armed group Special Deterrence Force. He is charged with 17 counts of crimes against […] The post ICC confirms...

Raft of law firms steer Uber’s $15bn bid for Delivery Hero

Freshfields and Wachtell lead for Uber as Sullivan & Cromwell guides Delivery Hero and Paul Weiss, Hengeler Mueller, Baker Botts and Gibson Dunn act for investment firm SSW

A&O Shearman posts flat revenue as PEP returns to pre-merger levels

Turnover holds steady at $3.7bn as profit per equity partner rises 12% to $2.9m following period of partner cuts and departures

Lowenstein Sandler launches start-up workspace to streamline business formations

Firm partners with formation workflow platform Clerky to support founders with legal tasks

Merger control guide edited by Paul Weiss team launches today

Cross-border guide is edited by co-head of antitrust Nicole Kar and senior knowledge and innovation lawyer Catherine Hammon

FTC’s Statement on AI Output ‘Steering’ Leaves Key Questions Unanswered

'Stunning Turn of Events': Johnson & Johnson Asks Judge to Order Potential Dismissal of All 67,000 Talc Lawsuits

A&O Shearman Hones Profitability Amid Flat Revenue and 'Deliberate Reshaping'

Latham, Paul Weiss and Kirkland Among Elites Profiting as US PE Targets German Assets

Nike Legal Chief Gets Spring in His Step With 75% Pay Hike

Harvey Continues Acquisition Streak With Addition of Investment Platform Benchmark

Supreme Court Daily Round-Up : July 16, 2026Links to reports of July 16 :Appellate Courts Must Give Independent

Links to reports of July 16 :Appellate Courts Must Give Independent Reasons, Can't Simply Overturn Trial Court Verdict As Erroneous: Supreme CourtSupreme Court Disapproves HC Direction To Send Sub Judge For Training, Says Appellate Courts Must Act As 'Friend, Philosopher & Guide''Mahaprabhu...

Is Application For Probate Of Will Time-Barred If Not Filed Within 3 Years Of Testator's Death? Supreme Court Answers

Is Application For Probate Of Will Time-Barred If Not Filed Within 3 Years Of Testator's Death? Supreme Court Answers

Supreme Court Asks Union To Consider Rail Fare Concessions, Emergency Quota For Acid Attack Survivors

Supreme Court Asks Union To Consider Rail Fare Concessions, Emergency Quota For Acid Attack Survivors

LiveLaw Daily | Vineet Jain | Kunal Kamra | Sonam Wangchuk | Lakhimpur Kheri | Jagannath Film

LiveLaw Daily | Vineet Jain | Kunal Kamra | Sonam Wangchuk | Lakhimpur Kheri | Jagannath Film

Supreme Court Deplores Wives' Practice Of Complaining To Husbands' Employers Over Matrimonial Disputes

Supreme Court Deplores Wives' Practice Of Complaining To Husbands' Employers Over Matrimonial Disputes

Can Your Commercial Interests Trump Environmental Protection? Bombay High Court Asks PoP Ganesh Idol Makers

Filing Vakalatnama Is Not Waiver Of Service Of Summons; Limitation To File Written Statement Starts After Proper Service: Bombay High Court

WBPSC Violated Rules, Conducted Interview Unfairly: Calcutta High Court Quashes Museum Keeper Appointment

US court flags contradictions in DOJ bid to drop case against Adani, seeks US Attorney’s sworn account

Supreme Court to take up 100 batch matters involving more than 9,000 cases

Senior lawyers say ₹10 crore pecuniary limit will make Delhi High Court elitist, hurt IP law

India–UK CETA comes into force: The IP framework shaping a new era of Bilateral Trade

Amit Kapur joins CAM as Senior Partner and Head – Northern Region & Chair - Disputes Practice

Not for us to decide, but decision should be as per law: Karnataka HC on Bengaluru Twin Tunnel project

US biotech Biogen hires Spur Therapeutics CEO as next legal chief

Michael Parini will join in August, replacing former CLO Susan Alexander who left the company at the end of May

Don't Introduce Third Language In Class 9, It's Stressful To Students: Justice BV Nagarathna To CentreJustice Nagarathna opined

Justice Nagarathna opined that if a third language has to be taught, it has to be introduced in Class 6.

Consumer Court Directs Maruti Suzuki To Replace Car With E-20 Compliant Model

Consumer Court Directs Maruti Suzuki To Replace Car With E-20 Compliant Model

Supreme Court Judges Unveil Plans For Faster Disposal Of Old Matters, Better Case Management

Supreme Court Judges Unveil Plans For Faster Disposal Of Old Matters, Better Case Management

SCBA Expresses Solidarity With Sonam Wangchuk, Laments Lack Of Govt Response To His Protest For Exam Reforms

SCBA Expresses Solidarity With Sonam Wangchuk, Laments Lack Of Govt Response To His Protest For Exam Reforms

Following Bihar SIR Judgment, Supreme Court Closes Tamil Nadu SIR Cases

Following Bihar SIR Judgment, Supreme Court Closes Tamil Nadu SIR Cases

Troubled By View That Public Servant's Murder Isn't 'Rarest Of Rare' : Supreme Court On Anand Mohan's Remission, Reserves Judgment

Troubled By View That Public Servant's Murder Isn't 'Rarest Of Rare' : Supreme Court On Anand Mohan's Remission, Reserves Judgment

Refund Clause In Agreement To Sell Doesn't Bar Purchaser's Right To Seek Specific Performance : Supreme Court The

The clause providing for refund of earnest money does not discharge the seller of the obligation to execute the sale deed.

Supreme Court Orders States/UTs To Frame Policy For Early Release Of Elderly And Terminally Ill Prisoners The Supreme

The Supreme Court today directed all States and Union Territories to prepare and notify, within three months, a policy governing the early or...

Solar Scam: Kerala High Court Quashes Criminal Case Against Former Chief Minister's Personal Staff Tenny Joppen

Allahabad High Court raps trial judge for "extraordinary" leniency towards son who threw acid on father

Delhi High Court Bar Association decides to call off strike after talks with Law Minister, Chief Justice

Bulldozer demolitions: Supreme Court declines to hear contempt pleas, asks High Courts to decide

No Karnataka HC relief for father-daughter duo booked for running fake jobs racket

Madras High Court lauds law student's PIL which led to establishment of Bone Bank benefiting 197 patients

Consumer court orders Maruti to replace Grand Vitara which broke down due to E20 fuel

Consumer forum orders marriage bureau to pay compensation for not bringing suitable proposal for 9 years

Third language should be introduced in class 6, end by class 9: Supreme Court on CBSE's 3-language policy

Kerala HC warns junior lawyers to be careful while handling pleas to defreeze bank accounts linked to cybercrime

Be a friend, philosopher, guide: Supreme Court sets aside Kerala HC's remarks against trial judge

The Hormuz trap: Why Indian Importers don't have to pay the war durcharge

Ashish Mishra, Ajay Mishra had no role in Lakhimpur Kheri witness threat: UP to Supreme Court

Encyclopedia-like discharge plea but no merit: Mumbai Court refuses to close Antilia case against Sachin Waze

Entering own house is not trespass: Karnataka HC stays 9th case filed by wife against husband

Supreme Court directs States and UTs to frame policy for early release of terminally ill, elderly prisoners

All medical efforts should be made to protect Sonam Wangchuk's life: Delhi HC orders daily monitoring by doctors

The Pro Se Surge: How AI Is Changing the Litigation Landscape

The Pro Se Surge: How AI Is Changing the Litigation Landscape

Law Professor Sues University to Keep Judge From Starting as Law School Dean

Supreme Court Disapproves HC Direction To Send Sub Judge For Training, Says Appellate Courts Must Act As 'Friend,

The Supreme Court has set aside a Kerala High Court direction requiring a Principal Sub Judge to undergo training after the High Court criticised the trial judge's understanding of a will dispute, observing that appellate courts should guide subordinate courts through reasoned judgments rather than...

Appellate Courts Must Give Independent Reasons, Can't Simply Overturn Trial Court Verdict As Erroneous: Supreme Court

Appellate Courts Must Give Independent Reasons, Can't Simply Overturn Trial Court Verdict As Erroneous: Supreme Court

Ancient Hindu Law Prior To Enactment Of Adoption & Maintenance Act Does Not Recognize Adoption Of Girls: Gujarat High Court

Compassionate Appointment Can't Be Granted For Disabilities Beyond Categories Enumerated In Rules: Rajasthan High Court

15 important Supreme Court judgments on arbitration (January - June 2026)

Anupam Prasad joins White & Brief as Partner in Corporate & Commercial Practice

Facebook's edit function misused to backdate posts and claim copyright: Influencers move Delhi HC

Bombay High Court raps CWC for "illegally" taking custody of child from adoptive parents