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Trump asks Supreme Court to hear appeal of $83.3 million defamation verdict against him

The push to reduce the Supreme Court’s power

Gorsuch says Americans must study history, ‘warts, glories, and all’

Trump urges SCOTUS to overturn $83.3 million defamation verdict

Plus, the Supreme Court’s approval rating hit a new low.

What the Supreme Court Actually Directed on NEET Paper Leak Protest Violence

The Court directed that all CCTV footage, drone footage, body-worn camera recordings, videography, wireless communication records, and PCR lodge collections related to the students’ protest be preserved. The post What the Supreme Court Actually Directed on NEET Paper Leak Protest Violence appeared first on SCC Times.

Lok Sabha Approves Anti-Paper Leak Bill; 2-Month Probe, 3-Month Trial Framework

Lok Sabha has passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, which proposes Special Fast-Track Courts, time-bound investigations and enhanced penalties for paper leak offences. The post Lok Sabha Approves Anti-Paper Leak Bill; 2-Month Probe, 3-Month Trial Framework appeared first on SCC Times.

UN chief of human rights warns Israeli strikes in Lebanon may constitute international crimes

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on Monday expressed concerns that the mass destruction and displacement caused by Israeli strikes against Lebanon could amount to international crimes. Türk spent two days in Lebanon documenting the effects of the regional war on Lebanese citizens and concluded the trip with a press conference detailing his findings. While […] The post UN chief...

The Myth of the “Noble Profession”: Why This Argument Cannot Stand in the Way of Legal Reform

by Dr Sanjeev Gemawat* The post The Myth of the “Noble Profession”: Why This Argument Cannot Stand in the Way of Legal Reform appeared first on SCC Times.

Section 38 BNSS Confers Right to Meet, Not Continuous Presence of Advocate During Interrogation: SC Modifies Police Custody Conditions

The Court modified the impugned condition and directed that an advocate would be permitted to remain at a place from where he could see the respondent but would not be permitted to intervene in the investigation “at any cost”. The post Section 38 BNSS Confers Right to Meet, Not Continuous Presence of Advocate During Interrogation: SC Modifies Police Custody Conditions...

IBC Moratorium Not a Safe Harbour Against Section 138 NI Act Prosecution; Directors Can’t Escape Cheque Dishonour Liability: Punjab and Haryana HC

The High Court object of the moratorium is merely to postpone civil debt enforcement and not to shield an accused from criminal accountability arising out of dishonour of cheques. The post IBC Moratorium Not a Safe Harbour Against Section 138 NI Act Prosecution; Directors Can’t Escape Cheque Dishonour Liability: Punjab and Haryana HC appeared first on SCC Times.

ICSI Urges MCA to Mandate Company Secretaries in Companies with ₹50 Crore Borrowings

Highlighting governance risks in highly leveraged companies, ICSI has proposed mandatory appointment of a Whole-time Company Secretary for entities with borrowings above ₹50 crore. The post ICSI Urges MCA to Mandate Company Secretaries in Companies with ₹50 Crore Borrowings appeared first on SCC Times.

Inside the Order: Why and How the Supreme Court Curbed, Clipped, Out-of-Context Court Videos on Social Media

The Supreme Court on 24 July 2026 issued interim order prohibiting monetisation, posting, re-posting, uploading, transmitting, modification etc., of recording of judicial proceedings in light of concerns raised by the petitioner over selective circulation of clipped, edited, and decontextualised portions of court hearings on social media platforms. The post Inside the Order: Why and How the Supreme Court Curbed, Clipped...

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Kliff Ventures on its investment in Brewbay Innovations

Brewbay Innovations Private Limited operates quick service restaurants under the brand name ‘abCoffee’. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Kliff Ventures on its investment in Brewbay Innovations appeared first on SCC Times.

Can Discussions and Documents Referring to Profit Sharing Give Rise to a Legally Binding Agreement? UK Court of Appeal Examines

The dispute arose after a hotel redevelopment project generated profits from the sale of newly developed properties. While the builders claimed entitlement to a share of those profits under an alleged partnership arrangement, the owners stated that the parties' relationship was governed solely by a building contract. The post Can Discussions and Documents Referring to Profit Sharing Give Rise to...

“Chest” and “Breast” distinction immaterial in POCSO Cases; Grabbing child’s chest with sexual intent amounts to sexual assault: Kerala HC

Kerala High Court held that in cases involving child victims, expressions used to describe the act of sexual assault must be interpreted in the factual context rather than through strict anatomical distinctions. The post “Chest” and “Breast” distinction immaterial in POCSO Cases; Grabbing child’s chest with sexual intent amounts to sexual assault: Kerala HC appeared first on SCC Times.

Trump asks Supreme Court to lift lower-court blocks on mail-in voting executive order

President Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to allow the Administration to implement an executive order issued by him in March. On Saturday, the US Court of Appeals for the First Circuit ruled in favor of 23 states that sought to block the executive order which was entitled, “Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in […] The post Trump asks...

The Landlord Can’t Just Force You Out: Your Rights as a Tenant in India

Behind every rent agreement lies a web of statutes, case law, and constitutional values that decide whether a tenant can be evicted overnight or protected until due process runs its course. This piece covers notice requirements, rent control, privacy, repairs, and digital-era disputes, showing how Indian law balances ownership rights with the dignity of residence. The post The Landlord Can’t...

Trump administration threatens school districts with enforcement action over transgender student policies

The Trump administration announced on Monday that it will pursue enforcement action against a Maryland school district, potentially taking similar action against a Michigan district over policies governing the disclosure of transgender students’ information to their parents. In commenting on this issue, US Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon said: “School districts that […] The post Trump administration...

BCI Directs Universities to Inspect Law Colleges; Orders End to Impermissible Weekend & Evening Courses

The Bar Council of India has directed universities to physically inspect all affiliated and constituent law colleges within six weeks following the The post BCI Directs Universities to Inspect Law Colleges; Orders End to Impermissible Weekend & Evening Courses appeared first on SCC Times.

Opt-Out Not an Option: What Indian Businesses Must Know Before Deploying a WhatsApp Chatbot

by Ishaan Uday* The post Opt-Out Not an Option: What Indian Businesses Must Know Before Deploying a WhatsApp Chatbot appeared first on SCC Times.

Gibson Dunn recruits Wachtell co-chair Savitt along with five other disputes partners

Renowned litigator William Savitt takes team to Gibson Dunn in move firm hails as 'rare and powerful'

Legora acquires UK AI litigation intelligence start-up Wexler

Latest addition is fast-growing Gen AI specialist's fifth acquisition this year

'Lawyers are seen as legitimate targets' - the unique challenges of advising on mega arbitration claims

Disputes lawyers discussed how to navigate multijurisdictional mega-claims at London International Disputes Week event hosted by Ashurst and Global Legal Post

Macfarlanes' PEP holds steady as revenue nears £390m

PEP stalls at £3.1m in year top UK independent characterised as 'transitional'

Osborne Clarke revenue approaches €600m in year of 'consistent growth'

International revenue hit €593.9m while UK business saw PEP push through £800k for second consecutive year

Luxury home furnishings company RH hires CLO from healthcare giant McKesson

Ryan Hassanein will lead the company’s legal and compliance function

Being First on Associate Pay: Behind Milbank's Strategy

Being First on Associate Pay: Behind Milbank's Strategy

Macfarlanes PEP Stays Flat as Revenue and Profit Inch Upwards

What This Wilkinson Stekloff Partner Learned Watching NCAA Eligibility Cases Play Out Across the Country

Critical Mass With Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad: Johnson & Johnson to Pay at Least $5.5B in Talc Settlement, Meta Begins Trial in Tennessee AG’s Consumer Case

Illinois Supreme Court's Latest Judicial Screening Committee Includes Big Law, Midsize Attorneys

July NextGen Bar Exam Canceled in Washington State

How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Be Open to Opportunities You Didn’t Envision,' Says Justine Fitzgerald of Hirschler

LiveLaw Breaking News Alerts- 29 July 2026LiveLaw is introducing a new feature —'Breaking News Alerts' — designed to

LiveLaw is introducing a new feature —'Breaking News Alerts' — designed to keep our readers instantly updated on the most important judicial developments. With real-time coverage of urgent pronouncements and orders from the Supreme Court and High Courts, this feature ensures that critical updates...

Supreme Court Daily Round-Up : July 29, 2026

Supreme Court Daily Round-Up : July 29, 2026

'Model Code Of Conduct No Bar To Statutory Appointments': Supreme Court Directs To Fill Information Commissions Vacancies

'Model Code Of Conduct No Bar To Statutory Appointments': Supreme Court Directs To Fill Information Commissions Vacancies

CJI Surya Kant Unveils AK Sen's Portrait, Says A Legal Titan Eternalised

CJI Surya Kant Unveils AK Sen's Portrait, Says A Legal Titan Eternalised

Supreme Court Holds OTIS Liable For RAW Officer's Death Due To Lift Malfunction, Says Elevator Makers Have High Duty Of Care

Supreme Court Holds OTIS Liable For RAW Officer's Death Due To Lift Malfunction, Says Elevator Makers Have High Duty Of Care

LiveLaw Daily | UAPA Bail| Jagannath Movie| Aadhaar Citizenship| Paper Leaks Bill & more

LiveLaw Daily | UAPA Bail| Jagannath Movie| Aadhaar Citizenship| Paper Leaks Bill & more

Service Benefits Can't Be Denied Citing Absence Of ACRs Not Attributable To Employee: Supreme Court

O VII 7 CPC | Lesser Relief Can Be Decreed, But Not Totally Different Claim : Supreme Court Declines To Allow Partition In Title Suit

'Police Stations Have Become A Place Of Commercial Activities': Allahabad High Court Orders DGP Inquiry Over Cop's Transport Business

Mother Who Dismissed Complaints, Let Accused Stay At Home "Intentionally Aids" POCSO Offence By Illegal Omission: Delhi High Court

'Nothing NICE About It': Karnataka High Court Revokes Land Acquisition For Bengaluru-Mysuru Corridor, Calls It 'Biggest Scam'

Karnataka High Court orders action against judge for road rage; slams police for acting against victims

Supreme Court unveils AK Sen's portrait; CJI Surya Kant, Harish Salve pay tribute

Aadhaar, PAN, bank account not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship: Calcutta High Court

Is there a time bar for justice?

Bombay HC restrains media from making false claims about late Rajesh Khanna's bungalow

Bengaluru-Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor might be biggest scam, farmers robbed of land: Karnataka HC

Pradyun Chakravarty joins King Stubb & Kasiva as Partner and Head of Capital Markets, along with 16-member team

Delhi High Court refuses to stay administration of HPV vaccine after Centre assures it is safe

Horror movie: Kerala HC on dehumanising conditions at Thrissur mental health centre

Delhi court stays non-bailable warrants against ex-JNUSU President Aishe Ghosh in 2021 case

NEET UG candidate moves Delhi High Court alleging his score on NTA portal changed thrice in 24 hours

Actress Ansiba Hassan moves Kerala HC seeking FIR against Lakshmi Priya over sexually coloured remarks

Supreme Court Justices AG Masih, Joymalya Bagchi to speak at 5th Justice HR Khanna Memorial Symposium

Khaitan, Kirkland, AZB, Macfarlanes act on Bain Capital's $1 billion acquisition of Vitabiotics

Legacy Law Offices acts on Atharva Polyplast IPO

Linklaters and South Africa’s Webber Wentzel end 13-year alliance

Move continues string of strategy changes in South Africa by major law firms including A&O Shearman, Norton Rose Fulbright and legacy Hogan Lovells

Jones Day adds Milbank’s APAC restructuring head in Sydney

Nicholas Dunstone marks Jones Day’s fifth lateral partner hire in Australia this year

Can't sit in judgment over art: Supreme Court refuses to modify order allowing release of film Mahaprabhu Jagannath

Petitioner himself has criminal history: Delhi HC rejects plea alleging "illegal immigrants" at Shaheen Bagh involved in crimes

Supreme Court accepts CBI decision to clear late PM Manmohan Singh of coal scam allegations

Delhi High Court orders takedown of derogatory content against cricketer Yuvraj Singh

Saga Legal is looking to hire a Principal Associate in Mumbai

Allahabad High Court stays trial against RCB bowler Yash Dayal booked for rape on false promise to marry

3 Armed Forces Tribunal benches have zero members: Lok Sabha data

Centre can't grant retrospective Environmental Clearance through OM route, valid notification a must: Supreme Court

CMS INDUSLAW advises ITC Hotels on acquisition of Welcomhotel, Ahmedabad

VERTICES PARTNERS acts on Apna Mart ₹120 crore Series C fundraise

Khaitan & Co guides London School of Business & Finance into India

Info Edge takes over Coding Ninjas; Saraf and Partners advises

Parinam Law Associates, Trilegal act on Home Credit's ₹967 crore acquisition of Varthana

DSK Legal advises Sigma Advanced Systems on ₹153 crore acquisition of Bromford Precision Solutions

India–UK CETA: A framework of rules, rights and reciprocity

National Commission for Scheduled Castes can't issue binding orders, can only recommend action: Supreme Court

Supreme Court Grants Bail To Two UAPA Accused In Jail For 12 Years, Says Slow Trial Violated Article

The petitioners were booked over the alleged recovery of explosives linked to Indian Mujahideen module.

Supreme Court Sets Aside Trial Court's Order Summoning Ex-PM Manmohan Singh In Coal Block Case, Accepts CBI Clean Chit

Supreme Court Sets Aside Trial Court's Order Summoning Ex-PM Manmohan Singh In Coal Block Case, Accepts CBI Clean Chit

"You Want Us To Say No Films Can Be Made On Hindu Gods?" : Supreme Court Refuses To Ban 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' Movie

"You Want Us To Say No Films Can Be Made On Hindu Gods?" : Supreme Court Refuses To Ban 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' Movie

BREAKING| Supreme Court Says Centre Can Allow Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Through Statutory Notification, Quashes 2021 Office Memorandum

BREAKING| Supreme Court Says Centre Can Allow Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Through Statutory Notification, Quashes 2021 Office Memorandum

National Scheduled Castes Commission Has No Adjudicatory Role; Only Advisory : Supreme Court Quashes Order In Service Dispute

National Scheduled Castes Commission Has No Adjudicatory Role; Only Advisory : Supreme Court Quashes Order In Service Dispute

Rs 8 Lakh Annual Income Limit For EWS Quota Prima Facie Reasonable, Says Supreme Court

Rs 8 Lakh Annual Income Limit For EWS Quota Prima Facie Reasonable, Says Supreme Court

MRTP Act | Denying Refund Of Unused Additional FSI Premium For Housing Projects Arbitrary : Supreme Court The

The Supreme Court has recently held that housing project owners cannot be denied a refund of the premium paid for unutilised additional Floor Space...

Bombay High Court Quashes Externment Of SDPI Worker For Merely Protesting Babri Masjid Demolition, Opposing Central Govt Decisions

Allahabad High Court Rejects PIL Seeking Enforcement Of Court Sitting Hours; Says Mandamus Against HC Judges Can't Be 'Countenanced'

Doctor Conducting Sonography Without Knowledge Of Offence Not Liable Under POCSO Act For Failure To Report: Chhattisgarh High Court

Karnataka High Court Questions Wife's 498A FIR Over Allegation She Was Denied Nutritious Food, Suffered Hair Loss