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KAMS vs State of Karnataka — RTE reimbursement petition

The Karnataka Associated Managements of Schools (KAMS) has filed a petition before the Karnataka High Court challenging the state government's delay in reimbursement of expenditure for students admitted under the Right to Education (RTE) quota. The petition specifically contests the government's failure to revise 'Per Child Expenditure' rates, which remain unchanged since 2017, and requests the court to mandate a national protocol for such determinations.

In re: Mandatory biometric Aadhaar authentication for LPG subsidy

A public interest litigation (PIL) filed before the Delhi High Court challenges the government's mandate requiring biometric Aadhaar authentication for LPG refills. The petitioner contends that this requirement creates significant hardship for individuals with visual impairments and disabilities, while also questioning the lack of statutory backing for the mandate.

In re: Constitutionality of Section 147A of the Income Tax Act, 1961

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has declared Section 147A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, unconstitutional. The ruling provides relief to taxpayers by invalidating reassessment notices issued under this provision.

Habeas corpus petition against detention of political leaders

Senior Advocate Menaka Guruswamy challenged the detention of political leaders by Delhi Police during protests against the Chief Election Commissioner before the Supreme Court. While the Supreme Court issued notices to authorities on 11 October 2026 and ordered that future detentions strictly follow due process, the Madhya Pradesh High Court disposed of similar habeas corpus petitions on 13 October 2026 after detainees were returned to their families. Additional petitions regarding protest-related disturbances were scheduled for hearing as of 12 October 2026.

RIT Foundation and others vs Union of India — Marital Rape Criminalisation

The Supreme Court is hearing a batch of petitions challenging the constitutionality of the marital rape exception under the Indian Penal Code, following a split verdict from the Delhi High Court. As of 14 September 2026, the Court has directed the Union Government to clarify its position while observing during proceedings that marriage does not extinguish an individual's autonomy.

Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth Trust v. State of Karnataka & Ors. — Land encroachment allegation challenge

A writ petition challenging a government order constituting a Special Investigation Team to probe alleged land encroachment by a trust linked to the Art of Living Foundation in Bengaluru South Taluk. The Karnataka High Court granted an interim stay of the SIT probe.

Petitioner vs Union of India — PIL seeking replacement of 'Central Government' with 'Union Government'

A public interest litigation was filed seeking a directive to replace the term 'Central Government' with 'Union Government' in all official communications, arguing that the current terminology impacts the federal structure of the Constitution. The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition, observing that the use of the term does not violate the fundamental structure of the Constitution.

Sanjiv Kumar vs Union of India — Challenge to appointment of Chief Justice of India

A public interest litigation was filed challenging the appointment of Justice DY Chandrachud as the 50th Chief Justice of India. The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition and imposed costs of ₹1 lakh on the petitioner.

Karnail Singh vs. State of Haryana — Animal Legal Status Case

The Punjab and Haryana High Court issued a landmark judgment declaring all animals in the state of Haryana to be 'legal persons' or entities, aimed at ensuring their welfare and protection.