Oil India Ltd vs Union of India and State of Assam

Arjun Gopal vs Union of India — Firecrackers ban case

The Supreme Court has consistently refused to impose a nationwide firecracker ban, instead mandating strict enforcement of existing regulations in the Delhi-NCR region. Following a judgment delivered on 2 November 2026, the court permitted the use of certified green firecrackers on 7 and 8 November 2026 within two specific time slots. As reported on 3 November 2026, the court has further taken cognizance of media reports regarding unauthorized firecracker sales in the region, demanding better adherence to its regulatory orders.

In re: Compliance of Paying Guest (PG) accommodations in Bengaluru

The Karnataka High Court is overseeing compliance proceedings regarding safety and licensing standards for paying guest accommodations in Bengaluru. Following the court's direction to seal illegal facilities that have not contested their notices, the Greater Bengaluru Authority identified 3,597 unauthorized facilities and is developing new standard operating procedures as of 03 November 2026.

In re: Regulation of Town Planning and Civic Amenities in Uttar Pradesh

The Allahabad High Court has expanded its suo motu public interest litigation concerning deficiencies in urban planning and civic amenities across Uttar Pradesh. As reported on 3 November 2026, the court has directed municipal and development authorities in Lucknow to clarify whether current layout plans sufficiently integrate essential services, including police stations, fire stations, hospitals, and waste management. The court further ordered the government to prepare a roadmap that anticipates future civic needs and considers potential amendments to existing planning regulations.