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State vs Prabir Purkayastha and NewsClick

The Delhi High Court quashed the money laundering proceedings initiated by the Enforcement Directorate against NewsClick and founder Prabir Purkayastha on 11 June 2026, describing the action as an abuse of process. As reported on 10 October 2026, the Enforcement Directorate has filed a Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court of India challenging this decision to reinstate the investigation.

State vs Rajpal Yadav — Cheque bounce case

The Delhi High Court upheld actor Rajpal Yadav's conviction and three-month prison sentence in a cheque bounce case on 10 July 2026. Following his deposit of Rs 2 crore on 15 October 2026, the Supreme Court permitted him to travel abroad and referred the dispute to mediation under Justice Najmi Waziri on 21 October 2026 to facilitate an amicable settlement.

Rajeev Suri vs Delhi Development Authority — Central Vista Project case

In a 2:1 verdict on 5 January 2021, the Supreme Court upheld the Central Vista project. Following this, the court initiated a suo motu case on 16 October 2026 regarding the relocation of the Central Secretariat Library. Additionally, on 17 October 2026, the court expressed dissatisfaction with authorities concerning the preservation of Delhi's heritage sites during a hearing of a petition filed by Rajeev Suri.

Anoop Baranwal vs Union of India — Election Commission appointment case

In March 2023, the Supreme Court directed that the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners be appointed by a committee comprising the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, and the Chief Justice of India. Following the enactment of the 2023 Act, which removed the Chief Justice from this panel, petitions challenging the law were filed in May 2026. On 13 October 2026, the Supreme Court issued notice on a plea challenging provisions granting immunity to these officials.

Arjun Gopal vs Union of India — Firecrackers ban case

In the Arjun Gopal vs Union of India matter, the Supreme Court has maintained its refusal to impose a complete nationwide firecracker ban, opting instead for regulated use to address pollution concerns. As of 13 October 2026, the Court continues to emphasize voluntary restraint and sensitivity toward religious sentiments while reviewing the impact of barium-based crackers and pollution following expert input from the Central Pollution Control Board.

Delhi Ridge tree-felling case — Contempt of court for environmental violation

In its judgment delivered on 28 May 2025, the Supreme Court held the Delhi Development Authority guilty of criminal contempt for illegally felling trees in the Delhi Ridge. While authorities have since inaugurated 185 acres of compensatory afforestation as 18 Namo Oxygen Parks, the Ridge Management Board continues to scrutinize various infrastructure proposals and oversee the removal of invasive species as of 23 September 2026.

State vs Abu Salem and others — 2002 Delhi extortion case

In 2018, a court convicted gangster Abu Salem in a 2002 extortion case, while acquitting four other accused persons due to insufficient evidence. On 21 September 2026, the Supreme Court dismissed a plea filed by Salem seeking his release from custody following his 2005 extradition from Portugal.

Central Bureau of Investigation vs Sajjan Kumar — 1984 Anti-Sikh riots case

Former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment by the Delhi High Court for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. His appeal against this conviction was pending before the Supreme Court as of 23 April 2026. Sajjan Kumar died at the age of 80 at Safdarjung Hospital on 13 September 2026 while serving his sentence.

Supreme Court ruling on eligibility for judicial service examinations

The Supreme Court of India has reduced the mandatory legal practice requirement for entry-level judicial service examinations from three years to one year. This modification, clarified on 22 August 2026, applies to candidates affected by notifications issued between 20 May 2025 and 31 March 2027. Under the judgment reported on 4 September 2026, the court additionally introduced a requirement for candidates to complete a one-year training period at a judicial academy and a one-year law clerkship.

State vs Sukesh Chandrashekhar — Impersonating Supreme Court Judge

A Delhi Court convicted Sukesh Chandrashekhar for impersonating a Supreme Court judge to pressure a judicial officer into granting him bail. Following his sentencing to eight years of rigorous imprisonment on 4 September 2026, Chandrashekhar moved the Delhi High Court to challenge the conviction and request the expungement of derogatory remarks. A hearing regarding the maintainability of his plea is scheduled for 3 November 2026.

Vyakti Vikas Kendra India v. Manoj Misra (Dead) & Ors. — Polluter Pays Principle and Environmental Damage

The Supreme Court set aside an NGT order against Art of Living in a Yamuna floodplain matter. The Court held that the Polluter Pays Principle cannot be invoked absent a demonstrable link to environmental damage. The Court found that contemporaneous material showed the site was already damaged before it was handed over to the appellant.

Stray dog management and liability

The Supreme Court ruled on 19 May 2026 that the right to feed or protect stray dogs is inseparable from the responsibility for public safety, emphasizing potential tortious liability for dog bites. Following this judgment, the Delhi High Court initiated a suo motu public interest litigation on 22 July 2026 to monitor compliance with the Supreme Court's directions regarding stray dog management. Authorities subsequently began construction of a large-capacity shelter in Dwarka for aggressive stray dogs, as reported on 28 July 2026.

Janhit Abhiyan vs Union of India — EWS quota case

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which introduced a 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections in a 3:2 verdict on 7 November 2022. While hearing ongoing challenges to the policy, the Supreme Court observed on 28 July 2026 that the Rs 8 lakh annual income threshold for eligibility appears prima facie reasonable.

Gunjan Girija Kumari and Others v. State of NCT of Delhi — Caste-based abuse and SC/ST Act

In an appeal by Gunjan Girija Kumari and others, the Supreme Court ruled on 11 May 2026 that casteist abuses uttered inside a private residential house, away from public view, do not constitute an offence under Sections 3(1)(r) and 3(1)(s) of the SC/ST Act. Following this determination, the Court quashed the criminal proceedings that had been previously dismissed by the Delhi High Court on 22 August 2024.

Amazon.com NV Investment Holdings LLC vs Future Retail Limited

Amazon challenged a deal between Future Group and Reliance Retail, leading the Supreme Court to uphold an emergency arbitrator's award halting the transaction on 6 August 2021. As reported on 27 May 2026, the Supreme Court subsequently set aside a Competition Commission of India order that had revoked deal approval and imposed a 202 crore rupee penalty on Amazon.

State vs Mohammad Arif alias Ashfaq

Mohammad Arif alias Ashfaq was convicted and sentenced to death for his role in the 2000 Red Fort attack. Following the rejection of his mercy petition by President Droupadi Murmu on 12 June 2024, the Supreme Court of India issued a notice on 21 January 2026 to examine a curative petition challenging the dismissal of his earlier review petition.

Gayatri Balasamy vs ISG Novasoft Technologies

In Gayatri Balasamy versus ISG Novasoft Technologies, the Supreme Court delivered a judgment on 13 February 2025. In a 4:1 majority verdict, the court clarified that under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, the power to modify an arbitral award is limited to correcting clerical, computational, or typographical errors.

Society for Enlightenment and Voluntary Action vs Union of India — Child Marriage Prevention

The Supreme Court issued directives to strengthen the implementation of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. The ruling emphasizes the state's obligation to prevent child marriages and protect the rights of children.

Union of India vs Joseph Shine — Adultery law in Armed Forces

The Supreme Court clarified that its previous judgment decriminalising adultery does not apply to personnel in the Armed Forces. The court addressed concerns regarding service discipline and stability within the military services.

Vivek Narayan Sharma vs Union of India — Demonetisation case

The Supreme Court upheld the 2016 demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1000 currency notes by a 4:1 majority. The court ruled that the decision-making process was not flawed or unlawful, while a dissenting opinion noted that the exercise was unlawful but could not be reversed.