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Transfer petition regarding PIL on Vande Mataram status

The Supreme Court is hearing a petition to transfer a public interest litigation from the Delhi High Court that seeks to grant the song Vande Mataram status equal to the national anthem and establish national policy guidelines for educational institutions. On 27 October 2026, the Supreme Court issued a formal notice to the Union Government regarding this transfer petition and requested a response to related petitions challenging the use of the full six-stanza version of the song.

State of Maharashtra vs Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

The Maharashtra government filed a petition in the Bombay High Court on 23 October 2026, challenging FSSAI regulations that allegedly encroach on state authority. The petition seeks to strike down a 2023 directive that prevents state officials from inspecting business premises operating under central food licenses. The matter is pending before the court as of 25 October 2026.

Dr. Sandip Ghosh vs Union of India and others

Former RG Kar Medical College principal Dr. Sandip Ghosh sought to restrain media reporting on an investigation before facing Central Bureau of Investigation inquiries into financial irregularities. The Supreme Court of India granted bail to Dr. Sandip Ghosh on 15 October 2026. As reported on 24 October 2026, the parents of the victim in the RG Kar Medical College case expressed concerns regarding this bail decision.

Restaurant Owners vs State of Gujarat — Non-veg food ban near Somnath Temple

Six restaurant owners have filed a petition in the Gujarat High Court challenging a government directive banning the sale and storage of non-vegetarian food within a 500-metre radius of the Somnath Temple. The state government has defended the policy, arguing that the right to carry out business cannot supersede the religious significance and sanctity of pilgrimage sites.

In re: Regulation of protests in Delhi

The Delhi High Court is hearing petitions from a trader and advocate Rishabh Saxena seeking a standard operating procedure to regulate public protests in the national capital to mitigate traffic disruptions and business losses. On 13 October 2026, the court directed the Central government to respond to these requests while seeking clarity on related proceedings in the Supreme Court. On 16 October 2026, the court recorded an assurance from the Delhi Police to regulate a specific protest by the Citizens for Justice and Peace in Connaught Place.

Indian National Congress and Communist Party of India vs. State of Maharashtra — Challenge to Maharashtra Special Public Security Act

The Indian National Congress and the Communist Party of India have filed petitions before the Bombay High Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Maharashtra Special Public Security Act. The court has directed the petitioners to establish their locus standi in the matter.

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.

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.