The #SupremeCourt reserved its order on pleas challenging its August 11 directive to round up all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR. Petitioners sought a stay citing lack of shelters, while the Centre highlighted public safety concerns. The Bench heard extensive arguments from both sides.

SC ruled non-signatories cannot attend arbitration, citing confidentiality u/s 42A. It set aside Delhi HC’s order allowing such presence, held courts functus officio post arbitrator appointment, imposed ₹3 lakh costs on respondents for intervention beyond Arbitration Act scope.

Punjab & Haryana High Court refused to quash criminal defamation proceedings against Aaj Tak over linking ex-MLA Gopal Kanda to Sonali Phogat’s death. The Court upheld the magistrate’s jurisdiction under CrPC Section 155(2), dismissing TV Today’s plea challenging the chargesheet.

#SupremeCourt rebuked AIADMK MP CV Shanmugam for hastily moving Madras HC against Tamil Nadu’s “Ungaludan Stalin” scheme, undermining Election Commission. The Bench stressed political battles must be fought before voters, not courts & flagged Shanmugam’s selective challenge.

#SupremeCourt modified its August 11 order on stray dogs, allowing release after vaccination, deworming, & sterilization. Aggressive or rabid dogs won’t be released. Feeding on streets is banned, dedicated spaces required. Court will frame national policy after hearing all States

#SupremeCourt held that offences under IPC Sec 172–188 require a written complaint by the concerned public servant under Section 195 CrPC. Courts cannot bypass this safeguard by splitting charges. It clarified “obstruction” under Section 186 IPC need not involve physical force.

Supreme Court dismisses NGO Infrastructure Watchdog’s plea against SEBI over Smartworks INR 560-crore IPO, after finding it relied on a fake MCA letter. The Court warned against future attempts to mislead and rebuked the NGO’s lawyers for allowing false documents to be filed.

#DelhiHighCourt grants ex parte injunction to NDTV, restraining 120+ X handles, 35 YouTube channels, 16 Telegram groups, 86 Facebook pages & multiple websites from misusing its trademark. Court orders domain suspension & disclosure of user details to protect identity.

The Punjab & Haryana High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of denial of security to judicial officers. A Bench of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Sanjiv Berry directed the Chandigarh UT Administration to file an affidavit on the issue within two weeks.

Madras High Court dismissed Sun Pictures’ plea challenging the ‘A’ certificate for Rajinikanth’s film Coolie. Court upheld CBFC’s stance citing violent, threatening scenes and substance depictions. Despite the row, Coolie grossed INR 400 crore globally in its first week.

#SupremeCourt refused to remove APPSC member #MepungTadarBage under Article 317(1), ruling charges in the 2022 paper leak unproven. A Bench of Justices JK Maheshwari & Aravind Kumar restored her to office, stressing misbehaviour requires individual, not institutional, culpability

Devyani International moved to withdraw its insolvency plea against Bira over alleged dues of INR 1.09 crore after settlement. The NCLT will hear the withdrawal on September 10. However, three other insolvency petitions against Bira remain pending before tribunal in New Delhi.

#KeralaHighCourt upheld STA’s directives mandating police clearance, driver-fatigue cameras & geo-fencing in private buses, dismissing operators pleas of financial burden. Court ruled measures lawful, aligned with MV Act & essential for passenger safety amid rising road accidents

#DelhiHighCourt slammed the Centre for leaving 20 IAF Flying posts vacant despite qualified women clearing NDA exams, ruling vacancies were open to all. It ordered petitioner Archana’s immediate appointment, stressing gender neutrality and equal opportunity in Armed Forces entry.

#DelhiHighCourt suspended trial court judge Sanjeev Kumar Singh with immediate effect, citing contemplated disciplinary proceedings. His headquarters will remain at #SaketDistrictCourt, and he cannot leave Delhi without prior approval until the inquiry concludes.

SC ordered an inquiry into the delayed uploading of a Punjab & Haryana HC anticipatory bail order, noting it was shown as July 31 but uploaded weeks later. The Court directed seizure of stenographer’s book, NIC records, and granted interim protection to the petitioner.

#DelhiHighCourt blamed accused out on bail in the 2020 riots conspiracy case for delaying trial, impacting those still jailed. Dismissing Tasleem Ahmed’s bail plea, the Court held long incarceration alone isn’t ground for bail under UAPA and highlighted deliberate trial delays.

#SupremeCourt ruled that NCLT has jurisdiction to adjudicate fraud, coercion & manipulation claims when integral to oppression and mismanagement cases. It restored NCLT’s 2018 order favoring Shailja Krishna, voiding her coerced share transfer, and set aside NCLAT’s 2023 ruling.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has suspended self-styled godman Sant Rampal’s life sentences in two 2014 murder cases, citing debatable evidence, his age (74), and over 10 years in jail. He’s barred from congregations, with bail cancellable on violating conditions.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has sought Haryana government’s response on a PIL over bad roads, encroachments, and traffic issues in Gurugram’s South City-1. Residents allege neglect despite a DPR, while authorities claim INR 7.65 crore worth works are delayed due to monsoon.