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1. ‘We all come empty-handed’: Supreme Court asks warring factions to not disrupt mediation in Sunjay Kapur family feud

‘We all come empty-handed’: Supreme Court asks warring factions to not disrupt mediation in Sunjay Kapur family feud

‘We all come empty-handed’: Supreme Court asks warring factions to not disrupt mediation in Sunjay Kapur family feud The Supreme Court on Thursday (May 14, 2026) barred a key company associated with the disputed family estate of the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur from proceeding with the appointment of independent directors, while renewing its appeal to the feuding parties to resolve the bitter inheritance dispute through mediation. Pardiwala and Ujjal Bhuyan observed that octogenarian Rani Kapur, mother of the late industrialist, must have been “shaken” by the continuing family feud, and urged the parties to amicably settle the dispute to avoid a “long-drawn battle”. “...There is this 80-year-old woman. Sometimes you have to compromise at some point in time...We all come empty-handed and will go empty-handed. There has to be a will to settle the matter”, the Bench remarked. The top court made the observations while hearing an interim application moved by Ms. Kapur alleging an attempted “forced takeover” of the disputed family assets. She contended that her daughter-in-law was attempting to assume control over key companies and assets linked to the estate despite the Supreme Court’s May 7 order appointing former Chief Justice of India D. Chandrachud as mediator to facilitate a negotiated settlement.

2. "You Are Not Pope or Priest To Decide Essentialities of Faith": Sr Adv Rajeev Dhavan In Sabarimala Reference Before Supreme Court

"You Are Not Pope or Priest To Decide Essentialities of Faith": Sr Adv Rajeev Dhavan In Sabarimala Reference Before Supreme Court

"You Are Not Pope or Priest To Decide Essentialities of Faith": Sr Adv Rajeev Dhavan In Sabarimala Reference Before Supreme Court "You Are Not Pope or Priest To Decide Essentialities of Faith": Sr Adv Rajeev Dhavan In Sabarimala Reference Before Supreme Court Sr Adv Dhavan made submissions before Supreme Court's 9-judge bench hearing review petitions filed against its 2018 Sabarimala verdict. In his rejoinder submissions before the Supreme Court's 9-judge bench hearing the reference case arising out of the Sabarimala temple entry issue and questions concerning religious freedom, Senior Advocate Rajeev Dhavan urged the bench to exercise caution in matters of religion. "Your lordships are not the HIGH POPE OR THE HIGH PRIESTS TO WANDER INTO THIS PARTICULAR AREA AND ESSENTIALITY OR INTEGRALITY WILL TAKE YOUR LORDSHIPS STRAIGHT INTO IT," Dhavan told the CJI-Kant led bench. The senior lawyer further referred to the 2018 Sabarimala verdict and said, "What happened in Sabarimala? They said this is not essential to your faith...the Article 25 rights, if you treat it as a limitation, they will disappear..if there are threshold requirements, Article 25 and 26 rights will be invalidated..". On the respondent's argument on the concept of the individual alone. Dhavan said Article 26 is a group right along with Article 29 which is also group right. Call it horizontal, call it whatever you like, but constitutionally they are rights vested in collectives and groups, he argued.

3. 7,500-Page Chargesheet Filed In Red Fort Blast That Killed 11

7,500-Page Chargesheet Filed In Red Fort Blast That Killed 11 The chargesheet names 10 individuals linked to Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH).

4. Zoho Webinar to Explore Shift From Passwords to Passkeys in Securing India's Digital Economy

Zoho Webinar to Explore Shift From Passwords to Passkeys in Securing India's Digital Economy

Zoho Webinar to Explore Shift From Passwords to Passkeys in Securing India's Digital Economy - Corporate & Business - 2 min read Zoho Webinar to Explore Shift From Passwords to Passkeys in Securing India's Digital Economy Highlights - The webinar titled 'From Passwords to Passkeys: Securing India’s Digital Economy' will take place on May 21, 2026, focusing on the transition from traditional password-based authentication to passkey-based authentication, which employs public-key cryptography to enhance digital security. - The event will feature speakers such as Gokulavan Jayaraman, Information Security Leader at Mahindra, and Dr. A Shiju Rawther, Chief Information Technology Officer at Care Ratings Limited, targeting cybersecurity professionals, technology leaders, and stakeholders involved in safeguarding digital platforms. With India's digital economy expanding into new frontiers — from fintech and e-governance to cloud services and consumer platforms — legacy password-based authentication is increasingly seen as a weak link in cybersecurity. In response, ETCISO, in collaboration with Zoho Vault, will host a high-level webinar titled "From Passwords to Passkeys: Securing India’s Digital Economy" on May 21, 2026, focusing on the next generation of identity security. Register Here: Webinar on From Passwords to Passkeys: Securing India’s Digital Economy The virtual event brings together chief information security officers (CISOs), technology leaders, and cybersecurity practitioners to examine the transition from traditional passwords to passkey-based authentication — a cryptographic, phishing-resistant method increasingly supported across major platforms and devices. Register Here: Webinar on From Passwords to Passkeys: Securing India’s Digital Economy The webinar will delve into core topics that include the limitations of password-based systems, practical…

5. BREAKING| Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC Judge Objects To “Vilifying” Material, Signals Contempt Proceedings

BREAKING| Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC Judge Objects To “Vilifying” Material, Signals Contempt Proceedings

BREAKING| Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC Judge Objects To “Vilifying” Material, Signals Contempt Proceedings BREAKING| Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC Judge Objects To “Vilifying” Material, Signals Contempt Proceedings Delhi High Court judge Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma warned of contempt action over allegedly defamatory posts during the excise policy case hearing The Delhi High Court on Thursday witnessed a sharp development after Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would initiate contempt proceedings over allegedly defamatory and vilifying content posted against her in connection with the excise policy case. The matter came up during proceedings where the Court was also scheduled to hear the CBI’s challenge to the discharge of all accused in the case, including senior AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and Durgesh Pathak, who have been boycotting the proceedings before the bench. As the court assembled, Justice Sharma noted that she was to announce the appointment of amicus curiae in the matter, for which several Senior Advocates had consented. However, she said the situation changed after certain respondents allegedly circulated defamatory material targeting her. “Today I was to announce the amicus curiae. However, some respondents have posted extremely vilifying and defamatory material against me. The judge further stated that she would be initiating contempt action against those responsible and would pass a detailed order later in the day. “I am going to take contempt action. The development came as Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, Special Public Prosecutor DP Singh, and ASG SV Raju (appearing via video conference) were present in court for the hearing.

1. Shrikant Ojha vs. State of UP and Ors. (12.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0471/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of unauthorized sale of land belonging to the Spiritual Regeneration Movement Foundation of India by individuals using forged documents. The parties invo

2. Angelwoods Apartment Allottees Association vs. M. Lalitha and Ors. (12.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0470/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of whether an appeal filed by M. Lalitha against the approval of a resolution plan by Angelwoods Apartment Allottees Association was validly instituted u

3. Project Director, National Highways Authority of India vs. Alfa Remidis Ltd. and Ors. (12.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0469/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the dispute between the Project Director, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), and Alfa Remidis Ltd. regarding the compensation for land acquired for highw

4. Ann Saurabh Dutt vs. Lieutenant Colonel Saurabh Iqbal Bahadur Dutt (12.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0468/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of whether Ann Saurabh Dutt's pursuit of her professional career and decision to live separately for her child's welfare constituted cruelty and desertio

5. Mohinder Kaur (D) vs. Brij Lal Arora and Ors. (12.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0467/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by Mohinder Kaur's legal representative against Brij Lal Arora and others, focusing on the enhancement of compensation for the death of Kaur's son in a

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