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Ramesh Bidhuri and others vs TV Today Network Ltd.

The Supreme Court of India stayed trial proceedings on 11 October 2026 in a criminal defamation case filed by BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri and his nephew Rajpal against TV Today Network Ltd. This follows the Delhi High Court's 4 November 2025 decision to uphold a trial court order refusing to discharge the network from the case. On 11 October 2026, the Supreme Court issued a formal notice to Bidhuri and his nephew regarding the network's plea.

Election of 50 wards in Punjab

On 8 October 2026, the Supreme Court of India cancelled the election results for 50 municipal wards in the Patiala and Moga districts of Punjab following allegations of a compromised election process. The court ordered re-polling to occur within six weeks and, as reported on 9 October 2026, directed the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court to appoint a monitoring committee headed by a retired judge to oversee the process.

Supreme Court of India regarding HZL divestment

The Supreme Court ordered a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the 2002 disinvestment of Hindustan Zinc Limited by the Union government. As reported on 9 October 2026, the Central Bureau of Investigation filed a closure report before a special court. The matter stands with the special court considering whether to accept this report or direct further investigation as of 9 October 2026.

In re: Manipur sexual violence case

The Supreme Court of India is overseeing proceedings regarding sexual violence in Manipur. As reported on 5 October 2026, the Court directed the Central Bureau of Investigation and the trial court to ensure the appearance and recording of testimony for two victim-witnesses in the case.

State of Gujarat vs Amit Shah — Sohrabuddin Sheikh encounter case

This case concerns the 2005 encounter of Sohrabuddin Sheikh and the involvement of former Gujarat minister Amit Shah and 22 police personnel. As of 04 October 2026, the Supreme Court has declined to re-examine the discharge of Amit Shah from the proceedings. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is reviewing the 07 May 2026 Bombay High Court judgment that upheld the acquittal of the 22 police personnel accused in the case.

Investigation into alleged leopard poaching nexus involving Wildlife SOS

Authorities are investigating allegations that Wildlife SOS staged leopard skin seizures to claim credit, with two staff members arrested. The Supreme Court withdrew protection from arrest for CEO Kartick Satyanarayan on 11 September 2026 after he failed to cooperate with investigators. As of 3 October 2026, the Madhya Pradesh State Tiger Strike Force has expanded the probe to investigate potential connections to elephant smuggling activities involving the NGO.

Sambhal violence — November 2024

Following the November 2024 violence in Sambhal, a judicial commission reported in August 2026 that the unrest was a pre-planned conspiracy involving local political figures. On 2 October 2026, the Supreme Court quashed the National Security Act detention of Mulla Afroz and others, ruling that confessional statements were insufficient for such detention. The court ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to pay ₹10 lakh in costs for the illegal detention.

State vs Bhullar — Graft Case

Suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar and co-accused Krishanu Sharda are facing trial in a CBI court for alleged corruption. Following the dismissal of his challenge to the prosecution sanction on 07 June 2026, the court commenced the examination of witnesses, during which the complainant identified the accused and relevant audio evidence in late September 2026. The Supreme Court deferred Bhullar's bail plea on 15 September 2026 pending the testimony of key witnesses.

CBI vs. Vanzara and others — Sohrabuddin Sheikh alleged encounter case

The CBI court acquitted 22 individuals in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh and Tulsiram Prajapati alleged encounter case in 2018. The Bombay High Court upheld these acquittals on 8 May 2026. As of 1 October 2026, the Supreme Court is examining the fairness of the trial proceedings, specifically the high number of witnesses who turned hostile, and has issued notices to the acquitted individuals.

In re: Tender bid assessment PIL

The Supreme Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation challenging the inter-se assessment of tender bids for a PMGSY road construction contract. On 23 September 2026, the Court ruled that such petitions are not maintainable for resolving commercial disputes between rival bidders, asserting that the tender document's author is the best judge of its requirements.

State vs AG Perarivalan — Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case

Following his release from prison on 18 May 2022 by the Supreme Court, AG Perarivalan enrolled as a lawyer with the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on 28 April 2026. His enrolment is currently being challenged by a Congress MP, and as reported on 1 October 2026, the Madras High Court has ordered authorities to consider his petition for the issuance of a passport.

State vs Lalu Yadav and family — Land-for-jobs case

The land-for-jobs case involves allegations of corruption and money laundering against RJD chief Lalu Yadav and his family members. Although charges were initially framed in January 2026, a Delhi court ordered that arguments on the point of charge be heard afresh as of 01 October 2026 at the request of the Enforcement Directorate. The Supreme Court previously permitted the accused to contest the application of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act during the trial.

State vs accused persons — Delhi bus gang-rape case involving minor

The Delhi Police arrested a bus driver and conductor for the alleged gang-rape of a 16-year-old minor during a journey from Greater Noida to Delhi. On 30 September 2026, the police filed a 398-page chargesheet supported by forensic evidence after the Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the case on 28 September 2026.

State of Maharashtra vs. Ramesh Mhatre and others — Thane doctors' assault case

Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre and three associates were arrested in July 2026 for allegedly assaulting medical staff at Shastri Nagar Hospital in Dombivli. While the Bombay High Court granted the accused bail on 7 August 2026, the Supreme Court set aside this order and cancelled Ramesh Mhatre's bail on 29 September 2026.

Mineral Area Development Authority vs Steel Authority of India

A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court ruled in a majority 8:1 decision that states possess the power to tax mineral-bearing lands. Following this July 2024 judgment, Parliament enacted the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, on 12 September 2026 to limit this taxation authority, sparking concerns among states regarding their fiscal autonomy as reported on 28 September 2026.

State of Karnataka vs State of Tamil Nadu — Cauvery water dispute

The Supreme Court is hearing a long-standing inter-state water sharing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Following a petition filed by Tamil Nadu on 3 August 2026 seeking water releases, the Court has monitored ongoing flows and directed both states to file status reports. As reported on 26 September 2026, the Court is currently considering an application from Tamil Nadu seeking compensation for alleged past water shortfalls.

Bijoe Emmanuel and others vs State of Kerala and others

In Bijoe Emmanuel and others vs State of Kerala and others, the Supreme Court affirmed that citizens have the right to abstain from singing the national anthem on religious grounds after students were expelled for their refusal. Following a challenge regarding the mandatory singing of Vande Mataram, the Supreme Court noted on 26 September 2026 that the 1986 Bijoe Emmanuel judgment remains the guiding precedent for matters of freedom of speech and conscientious objection.

State vs Tarun Tejpal — Goa resort rape case

In August 2026, the Bombay High Court convicted former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal for the 2013 rape and sexual assault of a woman journalist at a Goa resort and sentenced him to 10 years in prison. Tarun Tejpal surrendered before a Goa court and was sent to jail on 14 September 2026. As of 25 September 2026, the Supreme Court has issued notice to both the State of Goa and Tarun Tejpal regarding their respective cross-appeals against the conviction and sentence.

Allahabad High Court case — Akriti Chaudhary NSA detention quashed

On 02 September 2026, the Allahabad High Court quashed the National Security Act detention of Delhi University graduate Akriti Chaudhary, labeling the case concocted and ordering compensation for the accused. While the Uttar Pradesh government challenged this order in the Supreme Court, the Supreme Court clarified on 23 September 2026 that the quashing of the detention stands, staying only the penalty imposed on the Noida District Magistrate.

State vs Kodagu Homestay Owner — Illegal Arrest and Rape FIR Case

The Karnataka High Court quashed all criminal charges against a Kodagu homestay owner on 26 August 2026, ruling that he had no legal duty to report the crime involving a U.S. tourist. Previously, the High Court ordered the State to pay him ₹5 lakh for an illegal arrest, a compensation amount upheld by the Supreme Court on 24 September 2026 after the State's appeal was dismissed.