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CBI vs Vinay Mishra — Coal smuggling case

The CBI and Enforcement Directorate are investigating former TMC leader Vinay Mishra for his alleged role in a coal smuggling case. As of 16 September 2026, the Enforcement Directorate has moved the court to declare Mishra a fugitive economic offender under the 2018 Act and sought the confiscation of his properties. This follows previous judicial scrutiny including a 2021 Supreme Court notice regarding the ongoing probe and the issuance of a red corner notice against him.

State vs Unknown — Vejalpur Police Station custodial death case, Ahmedabad

In May 2026, 70-year-old Zahiruddin Shaikh died while in the custody of the Vejalpur Police Station in Ahmedabad. Following a Supreme Court order dated 23 July 2026, the Gujarat government registered an FIR and appointed a Special Investigation Team to probe the death after the Gujarat High Court previously dismissed the family's petition. As of 29 August 2026, the case is under investigation.

State vs 36-year-old man and two others — Abduction, rape, and attempted murder of six-year-old child

A 36-year-old man and two others allegedly abducted and raped a six-year-old child and attempted to murder her on 9 May 2025. While two of the accused were apprehended, the 36-year-old evaded arrest. The case relates to an incident occurring soon after the accused's acquittal by the Supreme Court.

In re: Coal blocks allocation case (Manmohan Singh)

The Supreme Court of India examined the involvement of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in the Talabira-II coal block allocation case. On 30 July 2026, the Supreme Court accepted the closure report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation and set aside the 2015 summoning order against him.

CBI investigation into GainBitcoin scam

The CBI is conducting a nationwide investigation into the alleged Rs 1.3 lakh crore GainBitcoin cryptocurrency scam involving money laundering. Following nationwide searches and the seizure of digital assets worth INR 23.94 crores reported on 26 February 2025, the CBI arrested co-founder and CTO Ayush Varshney on 11 March 2026. As of 19 July 2026, the Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Union Government regarding a petition filed by investors seeking justice in the case.

State vs Unknown — Death Threats and Communal Remarks Against Judge

Judge Tabassum Khan received death threats and communal abuse following her 12 June 2026 sentencing of 14 men to life imprisonment in a mob lynching case. The Madhya Pradesh Police registered FIRs against unidentified individuals following alerts from the Union Home Ministry's cyber-crime unit on 28 June 2026. As of 4 July 2026, the investigation into the intimidation of the judiciary is ongoing, with support from the Madhya Pradesh High Court and Supreme Court lawyers.

Enforcement Directorate vs. TASMAC

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating alleged financial irregularities and money laundering within the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation. While the Supreme Court dismissed a plea from businessman PR Rajesh Kumar challenging the legality of the searches on 19 June 2026, the state government decided to withdraw its own appeal against the agency's actions as reported on 27 June 2026.

State vs Manoj Kumar — Enforcement Directorate extortion case

Suspended Enforcement Directorate officer Manoj Kumar surrendered to police custody in May 2017 following allegations of extortion. As reported on 15 January 2026, the Supreme Court of India intervened in a conflict involving multiple FIRs registered by the West Bengal Police against several Enforcement Directorate officers, including Manoj Kumar Verma.

Supreme Court proceedings on match-fixing in cricket

The Supreme Court is considering whether match-fixing in cricket can be legally classified as 'cheating' under existing laws. The BCCI has advocated for specific legislation to criminalize the practice.

In re: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Exam Scam

Following widespread student protests, the central government ordered a CBI investigation into alleged irregularities in the Staff Selection Commission examinations. The Supreme Court of India was simultaneously petitioned to oversee the matter.

Investigation into YouTuber BeerBiceps (Ranveer Allahbadia)

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia sought protection from the Supreme Court regarding multiple FIRs registered against him in Assam and Maharashtra. The court granted him interim protection while seeking updates on the status of these investigations.

Public Interest Litigation challenging the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam

A Public Interest Litigation was filed before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutional validity of the three new criminal law amendment acts that replace the Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act.

West Bengal Police vs CBI Officers (Bogtui custodial death case)

West Bengal police registered a case against seven CBI officers, including a DIG and an SP, regarding the custodial death of Lalan Sheikh, the prime accused in the Bogtui violence. As reported on 13 December 2023, the Supreme Court refused to quash the investigation, allowing the state police probe to continue despite the Calcutta High Court's earlier order restraining coercive action against the officers as reported on 14 December 2022.

CBI investigation into Satish Shetty murder case

The CBI is investigating the murder of RTI activist Satish Shetty, following the submission of a closure report in the special court on 18 April 2018. The victim's family has formally opposed the move to close the investigation against several individuals. As reported on 31 August 2023, a Supreme Court bench led by Justice Abhay S. Oka directed that notices be issued regarding the CBI's closure report.

Public Interest Litigation regarding child death in Tamil Nadu borewell incident

A public interest litigation was filed following the death of a two-year-old boy in an abandoned borewell in Tamil Nadu to address negligence in maintaining such sites. As reported on 3 February 2020, the Supreme Court issued notices to the Central and State governments seeking responses on measures to prevent future fatalities.

In re: CBI investigation into Kolkata Police Commissioner Rajeev Kumar

The CBI moved the Supreme Court alleging it had found substantial evidence against Kolkata Police Commissioner Rajeev Kumar regarding his conduct in the Saradha and Rose Valley scam probes. The Supreme Court subsequently directed Kumar to cooperate with the investigation and appear before the CBI.

CBI vs Ateeq Ahmad and others — Extortion and kidnapping of Lucknow businessman

Acting on Supreme Court directions as reported on 13 June 2019, the Central Bureau of Investigation registered a case against former MP Ateeq Ahmad, his son, and 16 others. The accused are alleged to have kidnapped, assaulted, and extorted a Lucknow-based businessman. As of 14 June 2019, the matter is under investigation.

State of Uttar Pradesh vs. Central Bureau of Investigation — Yadav Singh case

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition by the Uttar Pradesh government challenging the Allahabad High Court's order directing a CBI investigation into the financial activities of Noida former Chief Engineer Yadav Singh.