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Rahul Gandhi vs Election Commission of India — Special Intensive Revision of Voter List

Rahul Gandhi and INDIA bloc leaders have petitioned the Supreme Court to challenge the nationwide Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Following a hearing on 27 October 2026, the Supreme Court directed the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners to file individual affidavits regarding the revision, after the Election Commission submitted a filing on 27 October 2026 denying allegations against Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Supreme Court previously declined to extend the deadline for claims in Maharashtra on 26 October 2026, and the next hearing is scheduled for 5 November 2026.

In re: Bihar SIR voter registration form

The Supreme Court is reviewing the Special Intensive Revision process in Bihar, including the validity of modifications to Form 6 and the decision-making process of the Election Commission. As of 27 October 2026, the Court has issued a formal notice to the Election Commission and provided a verbal assurance that applicants will not face prosecution for using Form 6 to re-enter names in the electoral rolls. The Commission has also introduced an additional declaration form and asserted that all revision decisions were unanimous.

Siddique Kappan vs. State of Uttar Pradesh — Petition for release of passport

Journalist Siddique Kappan has filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking the release of his passport. The petition follows the conclusion of legal proceedings against him in connection with his 2020 arrest while traveling to Hathras.

Transfer petition regarding PIL on Vande Mataram status

The Supreme Court is hearing a transfer petition to move a public interest litigation from the Delhi High Court that seeks to grant the song Vande Mataram status equal to the national anthem and requests national policy guidelines for educational institutions. Following a hearing on 27 October 2026, the Supreme Court issued a formal notice to the Union Government regarding the transfer petition.

Richa Parashar vs Rahul Gandhi — Alleged assault incident

Journalist Richa Parashar has filed a formal complaint and a Supreme Court petition alleging that she was pushed by Rahul Gandhi during a protest on 12 October 2026, which resulted in her hospitalization. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi issued a notice to Rahul Gandhi on 26 October 2026 regarding the journalist's plea for the registration of an FIR.

Digital News Publishers Association vs Union of India — Challenge to Digital Personal Data Protection Act

The Digital News Publishers Association has challenged the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and its 2025 rules in the Supreme Court, alleging that the lack of journalistic exemptions infringes upon press freedom. On 27 October 2026, the Supreme Court issued a notice to the Union of India regarding the plea. The court further remarked that the petitioners should propose safeguards to balance press rights with the prevention of data misuse.

In re: Bihar SIR case

The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to the Bihar Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The Election Commission of India has filed a counter-affidavit on 27 October 2026 asserting that all three orders regarding the process were approved unanimously and citing Section 18 of the 2023 Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act to argue that the petition is not maintainable. On 26 October 2026, the Supreme Court clarified that voters excluded from rolls will not face prosecution for filing a new Form 6.

State vs Anant Singh — Dularchand Yadav murder case

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a petition seeking the cancellation of bail granted to Anant Singh by the Patna High Court in relation to the murder of Dularchand Yadav.

Investigation into the murder of BSP leader K. Armstrong

BSP leader K. Armstrong was murdered by a gang in Perambur on 5 July 2024. Following a 24 September 2025 Madras High Court order and the state government's withdrawal of its Supreme Court appeal on 15 July 2026, the investigation into the murder was transferred to the CBI. As reported on 27 October 2026, the CBI has submitted a status report regarding the ongoing probe to the Supreme Court of India.

Central Bureau of Investigation vs Lalu Prasad Yadav — Fodder Scam

The Fodder Scam involves allegations of financial irregularities against Lalu Prasad Yadav and others. Following his arrest in Lucknow on 24 October 2026 after 25 years as a fugitive, Satyendra Kumar was remanded to judicial custody at Birsa Munda Central Jail in Ranchi. On 27 October 2026, the Jharkhand High Court commenced daily hearings regarding the appeal filed by Lalu Prasad Yadav in the Deoghar treasury case.

In re: Illegal mining and river demarcation in Rajasthan

The Supreme Court is hearing allegations of illegal mining and river degradation along Rajasthan's Jojari, Luni, and Bandi river systems. On 26 October 2026, the Court warned the state of a potential CBI investigation regarding the regularisation of mining leases and alleged misrepresentation of demarcation orders. On 27 October 2026, the Court directed the Rajasthan government to implement Common Effluent Treatment Plant and Zero Liquid Discharge plans to address ongoing pollution and restoration concerns.

Directorate of Enforcement vs NewsClick and others

The Enforcement Directorate has challenged a 29 May 2026 High Court order that quashed a money laundering case against NewsClick and its founder in the Supreme Court. The agency alleges that NewsClick received 86 crore in illicit foreign funding and contends the High Court failed to examine relevant Prevention of Money Laundering Act provisions. As reported on 27 October 2026, the Supreme Court is currently hearing the matter, while the agency has also shared case details with the FBI.

Mamata Banerjee faction vs Election Commission of India — Trinamool Congress name and symbol dispute

The Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress has challenged the Election Commission of India's interim order freezing the party's name and symbol in the Supreme Court. On 26 October 2026, the Supreme Court granted both rival factions a 10-day extension to file their affidavits before the Election Commission, following an earlier directive for the poll panel to resolve the dispute within four months.

In re: Challenge to Form 6 procedural changes

The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to procedural changes in Form 6 voter registration, with critics alleging the process forces deleted voters to make potentially false declarations. In an affidavit submitted on 26 October 2026, the Election Commission of India stated that Form 6 itself remains unchanged and that legal authority for such modifications rests with the central government. The court has scheduled a hearing for 27 October 2026, with an order expected on 28 October 2026.

Rahul Gandhi and others vs Union of India — SIR irregularities

Rahul Gandhi, Asaduddin Owaisi, and other INDIA bloc leaders have challenged the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in the Supreme Court, alleging voter deletions and procedural irregularities. The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Election Commission and top officials, while simultaneously initiating proceedings against several petitioners regarding their conduct during a recent protest march. On 26 October 2026, the Election Commission filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court defending the unanimity of the revision process.

In re: Andhra Pradesh civic poll nomination process

The Supreme Court is reviewing widespread allegations of violence and candidate intimidation during the Andhra Pradesh urban local body election nomination process. Following judicial intervention, the State Election Commission halted all 100 urban local body elections on 25 October 2026, while multiple political parties continue to file petitions seeking independent investigations, oversight by a judicial committee, and measures to ensure fair participation in the rescheduled polls.

In re: Compensation for families of Indians deceased in Russia-Ukraine conflict

The Supreme Court is overseeing a petition concerning Indian nationals recruited into the Russian military for the Russia-Ukraine conflict. As reported on 15 October 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that 267 Indians joined the forces, with 51 deaths, 77 missing, and 139 discharges, noting that some repatriated individuals have since rejoined the military. The Court has directed the government to issue a public notice assisting families with compensation claims and to clarify actions taken against illegal recruitment agents.

Enforcement Directorate vs. Anil Mithas — Money laundering case

Anil Mithas, the promoter of a Noida-based real estate firm, is facing money laundering proceedings initiated by the Enforcement Directorate. The allegations pertain to the purported diversion of funds collected from homebuyers for the Aranya project by his company, UFHL.

Victims of 1996 Thoothukudi Riots vs State of Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court of India is presiding over a matter concerning the long-pending compensation for victims who suffered property and business losses during the 1996 communal riots in Thoothukudi. The apex court has criticized the Tamil Nadu government for repeated requests for adjournments and the significant delay in providing relief to the affected individuals.

State of Chhattisgarh vs Social Worker — Facebook post on 'breast tax' case

The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to an FIR registered by the Chhattisgarh police against a social worker for a Facebook post regarding the 'breast tax'. During the proceedings, the bench questioned the necessity of registering a criminal case for such social media posts and suggested that police should prioritize major cases.