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99 headlines Updated 07 Aug 2026, 07:18 PM Open Archive 23 Jul 2026
JURIST Global 23 Jul 2026, 10:07 PM

India dispatch: Delhi’s “Cockroach” Janta Party protests police response

The correspondent filing this dispatch is a law student in Mumbai who must remain anonymous. As India’s student march enters its third consecutive day, the national capital of Delhi has been swarmed by thousands of “cockroaches.” The term is evocative, having been reclaimed by India’s younger generation in response to remarks made by Chief Justice […] The post India dispatch...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 06:45 PM Delhi High Court

Repeating Class Does Not Violate Right to Education: Delhi High Court upholds detention of EWS student in Class V

Delhi High Court held that an EWS student may be required to repeat Class V under Section 16 of the RTE Act where repeated academic support fails to ensure foundational learning, while directing the school to continue all EWS entitlements. The post Repeating Class Does Not Violate Right to Education: Delhi High Court upholds detention of EWS student in Class...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 06:00 PM Bombay High Court

Auction purchaser cannot claim cooperative housing society membership without clearing previous owner’s pending dues: Bombay High Court

The Court observed that modern cooperative housing societies have evolved into self-contained entities providing numerous services and amenities, making timely payment of maintenance charges essential for meeting operational expenses and statutory obligations. The post Auction purchaser cannot claim cooperative housing society membership without clearing previous owner’s pending dues: Bombay High Court appeared first on SCC Times.

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 05:30 PM Supreme Court of India

S. 66 IT Act is bailable offence; Supreme Court clarifies S. 77-B must be read to ascertain nature of offence under S. 66

The Court sets aside the order which treated Section 66 as a non-bailable offence while ignoring Section 77-B The post S. 66 IT Act is bailable offence; Supreme Court clarifies S. 77-B must be read to ascertain nature of offence under S. 66 appeared first on SCC Times.

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 05:00 PM High Court

Compensation not payable for electrocution while operating “Tullu Pump” within residential premises under Compensation Circular: Chhattisgarh HC

Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed a writ petition seeking compensation for death due to electrocution while operating a domestic tullu pump, holding that the incident was not covered under the compensation scheme prescribed for specified electrical accidents. The post Compensation not payable for electrocution while operating “Tullu Pump” within residential premises under Compensation Circular: Chhattisgarh HC appeared first on SCC Times.

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 04:30 PM

Call for Submissions | National Essay Writing Competition (First Edition) by Kautilya Society, NUSRL Ranchi, in Collaboration with the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR)

The Kautilya Society, NUSRL Ranchi, in collaboration with the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), has announced the First Edition of the National Essay Writing Competition on the theme "Governance, Democracy & Constitutional Vision — India @2047", inviting submissions from students, practitioners, academicians, and researchers. The post Call for Submissions | National Essay Writing Competition (First Edition) by Kautilya Society, NUSRL...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 04:00 PM SEBI

CBDT Expands Scope of ‘Specified Fund’ to Cover SEBI and IFSCA-Regulated Funds

CBDT has notified the Income-tax (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026 to revise the definition of “specified fund”, bringing certain funds regulated by SEBI and the International Financial Services Centres Authority within its scope. The post CBDT Expands Scope of ‘Specified Fund’ to Cover SEBI and IFSCA-Regulated Funds appeared first on SCC Times.

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JURIST Global 23 Jul 2026, 03:09 PM

Egypt urged to release dozens detained over Gen Z002 online group

Amnesty International on Tuesday called on authorities to immediately release dozens of people detained over their alleged involvement with Gen Z002, the Discord-based group used to discuss political issues, criticize government policies, and organize discussions about bringing meaningful change to Egypt. In January 2026, Gen Z002 organized an online poll titled “Popular Referendum to Remove […] The post Egypt urged...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 03:00 PM

SAM advises Underwriters on SBI Funds Management’s ₹ 11,675.29 cr IPO including pre-IPO sales of ₹ 1,879.97 cr by promoter selling shareholders

The IPO is the largest public offering in India in 2026 to date and marks a significant milestone for the Indian capital markets. The equity shares were listed on the stock exchanges on 21 July 2026. The post SAM advises Underwriters on SBI Funds Management’s ₹ 11,675.29 cr IPO including pre-IPO sales of ₹ 1,879.97 cr by promoter selling shareholders...

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JURIST Global 23 Jul 2026, 02:48 PM

France passes new legislation banning social media for children under 15

French lawmakers on Tuesday passed a bill that would ban social media for children under the age of 15 in an effort to safeguard youth mental health, eradicate cyberbullying, and prevent extreme screen addiction. Backed by overwhelming support, the bill will also prevent kids from accessing and possessing cell phones in school. For a bill […] The post France passes...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 02:00 PM Madras High Court

Madras HC: Blood and Urine Tests Not Mandatory in Departmental Proceedings to Prove Police Officer’s Drunkenness; Medical Certificate and Magistrate’s Observations Sufficient

The Court held that the absence of blood and urine tests does not invalidate disciplinary proceedings and that the Drunkenness Certificate issued by the Medical Officer along with the Judicial Magistrate’s observations was sufficient to establish misconduct inside the Court hall. The post Madras HC: Blood and Urine Tests Not Mandatory in Departmental Proceedings to Prove Police Officer’s Drunkenness; Medical...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 01:30 PM

S&R Associates advises Amundi Group on SBI Funds Management’s IPO and Pre-IPO Secondary Sales

The aggregate proceeds to Amundi and SBI were INR 116.75 billion (approx. US$ 1.21 billion), with INR 97.95 billion (approx. US$ 1.02 billion) raised in the IPO and INR 18.80 billion (approx. US$ 195.25 million) in the pre-IPO secondary sales. The post S&R Associates advises Amundi Group on SBI Funds Management’s IPO and Pre-IPO Secondary Sales appeared first on SCC...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 01:00 PM Supreme Court of India

SCAORA condemns lathi charge & tear gas against students, youth at ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest, calls upon authorities to investigate allegations of excessive force

The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association issued a statement condemning the use of force against students and young protestors who had assembled to peacefully voice their grievances regarding public examinations. The post SCAORA condemns lathi charge & tear gas against students, youth at ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest, calls upon authorities to investigate allegations of excessive force appeared first on SCC Times.

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JURIST Global 23 Jul 2026, 12:13 PM

Federal judge blocks USCIS from revoking work permits for asylum seekers and TPS holders

A federal judge in Boston on Tuesday granted emergency relief, temporarily blocking portions of Trump administration immigration policies that would have caused tens of thousands of asylum seekers and immigrants with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from El Salvador, Sudan and Ukraine to lose work authorization, one day before new government policies were set to take […] The post Federal judge...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 12:00 PM High Court

“No useful purpose” in continuing trial after settlement: Punjab & Haryana High Court quashes FIR in cheating case

In the case at hand, pursuant to the Court’s referral to the Mediation and Conciliation Centre, the parties arrived at an amicable settlement. The post “No useful purpose” in continuing trial after settlement: Punjab & Haryana High Court quashes FIR in cheating case appeared first on SCC Times.

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JURIST Global 23 Jul 2026, 11:18 AM

EEOC moves to end workplace demographic reporting mandate

The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on Tuesday voted to advance a proposal that would end a nearly 60-year-old requirement for millions of employers to report the race and sex demographics of their workforce to the federal government. In 1966, the newly formed EEOC enacted its EEO-1 reporting requirement, mandating that employers with 100 […] The post EEOC moves...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 11:00 AM Supreme Court of India

Mere Call Records Cannot Establish Criminal Conspiracy: Supreme Court Upholds Husband’s Conviction for Wife’s Murder; Acquits Co-Accused

Supreme Court held that while frequent phone calls alone cannot establish criminal conspiracy, a complete and unbroken chain of circumstantial evidence, including recoveries admissible under Section 27, Evidence Act, and the accused’s conduct was sufficient to uphold the husband’s conviction for the premeditated murder of his wife. The post Mere Call Records Cannot Establish Criminal Conspiracy: Supreme Court Upholds Husband’s...

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SCC Online Blog India 23 Jul 2026, 10:00 AM

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. Advises Khaba Renewable Energy on ~INR 982 Crore Financing for 250 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan

The financing is undertaken to part fund the development of Khaba Renewable Energy’s 250 MW solar power project in Rajasthan and to partially refinance an existing bridge facility availed by the company. The post Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. Advises Khaba Renewable Energy on ~INR 982 Crore Financing for 250 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan appeared first on SCC Times.

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LiveLaw India 23 Jul 2026, 01:10 PM Supreme Court of India

BREAKING| Honeymoon Murder Case : Supreme Court Sets Aside Bail Granted To Sonam RaghuvanshiThe Supreme Court on Thursday

The Supreme Court on Thursday set aside the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, the prime accused in the alleged murder of her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, holding that the High Court and the trial court erred in granting her relief on the ground of alleged defects in...

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