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1. Lok Sabha Speaker invites Mamata faction to ‘present case’ amid TMC split

Lok Sabha Speaker invites Mamata faction to ‘present case’ amid TMC split Amid a petition by the Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar-led faction of 20 rebel Trinamool Congress MPs to merge with the Nationalist Citi

2. How can CBI probe be ordered into resignation of four MLAs without evidence, asks Madras High Court

How can CBI probe be ordered into resignation of four MLAs without evidence, asks Madras High Court

How can CBI probe be ordered into resignation of four MLAs without evidence, asks Madras High Court The Madras High Court, on Tuesday (June 16, 2026), questioned how could it order a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged corrupt practices behind the resignation of four AIADMK MLAs, who joined the TVK within minutes thereafter, without there being any prima facie material to suspect foul play. First Division Bench of Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan told the counsel for the writ petitioner B. Ramkumar Adityan, an advocate based in Tiruchendur, that a CBI probe could not be ordered at the drop of a hat unless the petitioner produces basic materials to do so. Responding to it, the counsel said, his client was unable to collect material evidence to prove corruption and that’s exactly why he was seeking a CBI probe into the issue. Not in agreement with his submissions, the judges decided to pass detailed orders on the writ petition in the course of the day. Subaya alias Esakki Subaya who had represented Madurantakam, Perundurai, Dharapuram and Ambasamudram constituencies respectively had resigned their MLA posts on May 25 and 26 and joined the TVK. It was brought to the notice of the court the four former MLAs were part of a larger group of 25 AIADMK MLAs who had defied their party whip and voted in favour of the TVK government during a vote of confidence moved by Chief Minister C.

3. Supreme Court seeks responses of Centre, States on plea for use of Aadhaar as identity proof only

Supreme Court seeks responses of Centre, States on plea for use of Aadhaar as identity proof only

Supreme Court seeks responses of Centre, States on plea for use of Aadhaar as identity proof only The Supreme Court on Tuesday (June 16, 2026) sought response of the Centre and States on a plea alleging misuse of the Unique Identification Authority of India-issued Aadhaar cards as proof of citizenship, domicile and residential address, and seeking directions to restrict its use strictly for identity verification. A Bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice V. Mohana issued notices to the Centre and all the States and UTs on a plea filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay and tagged it with the pending similar matters. The plea has sought directions to the Centre, States and the Election Commission of India to ensure that Aadhaar is used as a proof of identity and not as a proof of citizenship, domicile, address and date of birth. The plea, filed through advocate Ashwani Dubey, also sought directions that the use of Aadhaar as a proof of date of birth and residence in the application form for new voter registration be considered against Section 9 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016, Section 23(4) of the RPA, 1950 and Article 14 of the Constitution. "Section 9 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016 expressly states that 'Aadhaar is not the evidence of citizenship or domicile'. The Unique Identification Authority of India notification dated August 22, 2023 clearly states that 'Aadhaar is proof of identity, not of citizenship, address or date of birth'... "Despite this, Aadhaar is not only being used as a proof of age, citizenship and domicile for school admission, property purchase and to obtain a birth certificate, ration card, driving licence but also being used in the application form for new voter registration (Form-6) as a proof of date of birth and proof of residence.

4. TMC's Abhishek Banerjee appears before Bengal CID in case against his 'inflammatory' statements

TMC's Abhishek Banerjee appears before Bengal CID in case against his 'inflammatory' statements

TMC's Abhishek Banerjee appears before Bengal CID in case against his 'inflammatory' statements Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee appeared before officers of the West Bengal CID on Tuesday (June 16, 2026) over his alleged inflammatory statements during the Assembly election campaigning. The TMC leader had successive marathon interrogation sessions with the CID and ED on Sunday (June 14) and Monday (June 15), in connection with the alleged forgery of MLAs' signatures and the alleged primary school job scam, respectively. Last Thursday (June 11), he was grilled by the CID in connection with the signature forgery case. Banerjee over his alleged inflammatory statements was lodged exactly a month ago, based on a complaint filed by social activist Rajib Sarkar at Baguiati Police Station in North 24 Parganas district on May 5, a day after the assembly election results were declared. It was alleged that the TMC national general secretary made provocative comments on post-poll violence and the vote counting process, a senior officer said. Banerjee's inflammatory comments were linked to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The case has been registered under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Representation of the People Act, he said. Banerjee of delivering inflammatory speeches during several election-related programmes between April 27 and May 3.

5. SAT Registration Open For 2026-27 Academic Cycle, First Exam On August 22

SAT Registration Open For 2026-27 Academic Cycle, First Exam On August 22 SAT registration is now open for 2026-27 academic cycle.

1. Meenakshi Natarajan vs. Election Commission of India and Ors. (12.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0634/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination for a Rajya Sabha seat by the Returning Officer due to non-disclosure of a pending criminal case. Natarajan argue

2. Reena Kumari and Ors. vs. Praveer Kumar and Ors. (27.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0633/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of non-compliance with High Court directions regarding the regular appointment of Auxiliary Nurse and Midwives (ANMs) as Basic Health Workers (Female) in

3. Makardhwaj Ram vs. Jagdish Rai (Dead) th. Lrs. and Ors. (11.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0632/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed a property dispute involving Makardhwaj Ram and the legal representatives of Jagdish Rai, focusing on whether the suit was barred by constructive res judicata. The

4. Gaurav Mehla and Ors. vs. State of Haryana and Ors. (11.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0630/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether procedural defects in the recruitment process of Gaurav Mehla and others by the Thanesar Cooperative Marketing-cum-Processing Society Ltd., Kurukshetra, re

5. Ramesh vs. State of Maharashtra and Ors. (11.06.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0629/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by Ramesh against the State of Maharashtra, challenging the Bombay High Court's decision upholding the trial court's cognizance of offences under the Pr

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