In a landmark regulatory initiative the apex court circulated its Draft AI Regulations 2026 setting standards for how artificial intelligence tools may be used in judicial proceedings.
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Supreme Court Declares Right to Walk on Footpaths Fundamental and Calls for a Dedicated Regulator
The court’s strong observations on pedestrian safety directed authorities to protect demarcated walkways from encroachment and establish an independent oversight body.
Centre Informs Supreme Court of New Policy for NEET Gulf Students Affected by Exam Cancellations
The Union government told the bench comprising Justice SVN Bhatti and Justice Vipul Pancholi that a fresh all-India policy was framed for students displaced by the Gulf crisis.
Supreme Court Refuses Judicial Officer’s Petition Seeking Consideration of Name for High Court Elevation
The court told Arvind Malhotra a Principal Family Court Judge in Dharamshala that no judicial direction could be issued to the High Court Collegium on elevations.
Supreme Court Stays Allahabad HC Order on Rs 10 Lakh Compensation for Illegal Detention
The apex court put a temporary hold on the High Court’s direction to the state government to pay compensation to a man held illegally for over three months.
Supreme Court: Mere Surrender of Insured Vehicle to Financer Insufficient for Indemnity Claim on Loss
The court held that a vehicle owner simply handing over a car to the financier did not entitle the finance company to claim insurance payout in case of the vehicle’s theft or loss.
Supreme Court: State Unauthorisedly Occupied Private Land for Prolonged Period in Rights Violation
The bench noted that the State had taken possession of private property without legal authority and held it for an extended time constituting an infringement of property rights.
Supreme Court Issues Draft Regulations on Use of AI in Courts Invites Public Comments
The apex court extended the deadline for submissions on its Draft Regulations for Use of Artificial Intelligence in Courts 2026 as part of a technology governance initiative.
Supreme Court: Court Cannot Force Plaintiff to Accept Compensation Instead of Injunction When None Was Sought
The apex court held that it would be improper to substitute injunctive relief with a damages award when the plaintiff never asked for compensation in the first place.
Supreme Court Upholds Right to Walk on Footpaths as Fundamental Calls for Independent Regulator
The court made strong observations about pedestrian rights and directed the government to consider establishing a dedicated body to protect walking infrastructure in cities.