Judicial Appointments and Legal Proceedings in India

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   26 Aug 2026, 06:46 pmannouncement

   Supreme Court sets up special bench to hear Centre's plea on OBC creamy-layer criteria

   The Supreme Court announced on August 26, 2026, that a special bench will hear the central government's clarification petition regarding the recent OBC creamy-layer income test ruling. The Centre sought the review due to wide-ranging ramifications affecting upcoming civil services examinations.

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   26 Aug 2026, 09:17 amstatement

   Justice Sandeep Mehta urges CJI Surya Kant to replace Rajasthan HC Acting Chief Justice

   Supreme Court Justice Sandeep Mehta wrote to Chief Justice Surya Kant on August 26, 2026, urging the immediate replacement of Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice SP Sharma. The letter highlights concerns regarding alleged roster misuse and administrative favoritism within the high court.

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