The U.S. imposes new tariffs on 60 economies, citing failure to enforce bans on goods produced with forced labor, affecting nearly 99.4% of U.S. imports.
After the Supreme Court rejected his preferred tariff route, President Trump's administration implemented new tariffs on major trading partners, citing forced labor concerns, and levied fees on Canadian imports, demonstrating a defiant commitment to protectionist trade policies despite public frustration.
President Trump imposes new 10-12.5% tariffs on 60 trading partners, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. These Section 301 tariffs replace expiring temporary levies, drawing criticism from critics and affected countries like Brazil and Chile.
The Trump administration announced new tariffs on 60 economies, including the EU, effective July 24, citing forced labor in imported goods. Critics view the move as a legal workaround for broad tariff programs previously struck down by the Supreme Court, utilizing Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
Rivian has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and its commissioner, seeking a full refund on tariffs paid under President Trump's "Liberation Day" taxes, which the Supreme Court later deemed unconstitutional. The automaker expects tens of millions in refunds while rolling out its R2 SUV.
The Supertech Twin Towers in Noida were demolished in 2022 after the Supreme Court upheld their illegal construction. Four years later, the legal dispute continues, now focused on refunding homebuyers amidst Supertech's insolvency, with a Supreme Court plea postponed to July 2026.
The Supreme Court has ordered the central government and National Testing Agency (NTA) to submit detailed affidavits on the implementation of reforms addressing the NEET-UG paper leak, committing to year-long monitoring to ensure institutionalization of measures.
President Trump's administration replaced global tariffs with new, tiered tariffs on 60 trading partners, including the EU, citing forced labor concerns, after the Supreme Court rejected his previous tariff route. Critics accuse the administration of using new laws to reconstruct illegal tariffs.
The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear the Muslim side's plea on July 29, alleging the Madhya Pradesh government failed to provide an adjacent site for Friday namaz near the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar, contrary to earlier court directions.
The Supreme Court proposed establishing special courts for day-to-day trials in Manipur ethnic violence cases, directing agencies to expedite probes and ensure victims receive chargesheet copies. It also asked the Manipur High Court to examine cases of 30 missing persons.
The Supreme Court of India issued an interim order banning social and digital media platforms from transmitting or monetizing clips of court proceedings without prior permission, citing concerns over selective circulation, distortion, and maligning of the judiciary. The decision came during a PIL hearing seeking a regulatory framework.
The US has imposed new 10-12.5% tariffs on 60 trading partners, including the UK, China, and EU, citing forced labour concerns. Experts suggest the move, which replaces expiring levies, is aimed at reducing the trade deficit and boosting US manufacturing, following a Supreme Court ruling against previous tariffs.
India's Supreme Court has issued an interim order prohibiting the posting or sharing of audio-video recordings of court proceedings on social media and digital platforms without prior judicial approval, citing misuse concerns. The court also sought responses from the Centre and other stakeholders on regulating such content.
President Trump has imposed new tariffs of 10-12.5% on over 80 countries, including the UK, EU, and Canada, citing forced labor. This action replaces an expiring global duty and faces immediate criticism from US allies and legal experts regarding presidential authority.
A US appeals court rejected immigration authorities' bid to re-detain Georgetown scholar Badar Khan Suri, an Indian citizen, who faces deportation for pro-Palestinian activism. The ruling protects his due process and free speech rights amidst similar cases.
Justice Elena Kagan stated the conservative Supreme Court is not a "puppet" for President Trump, citing rulings against his tariffs and birthright citizenship efforts, despite siding with his administration in many cases. She also discussed the court's ethics code and Trump's attendance at oral arguments.
Donald Trump has imposed new tariffs of 10-12.5% on over 80 countries, including major allies, replacing an expiring global duty. Justified under the Trade Act of 1974 against forced labor, the move has drawn widespread criticism and legal challenge predictions from international partners and trade experts.
South Korea's Supreme Court postponed former first lady Kim Keon Hee's corruption trial sentencing to refer the case to its full bench. She faces charges of stock manipulation, accepting luxury gifts, and receiving free opinion polls, with conflicting lower court rulings on the poll charge.
The Delhi High Court initiated a suo motu PIL to oversee the Supreme Court's directions on stray dog management in the national capital. It issued notices to the Delhi and Union governments and MCD, seeking a status report by July 31, citing public trouble and dog bite incidents.
The Supreme Court on Thursday set aside the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, prime accused in her husband's alleged murder during their Meghalaya honeymoon in May 2025. She was directed to surrender within three weeks, following the Meghalaya government's challenge to the high court's decision.
Energy giant Woodside's Supreme Court bid to compel climate activists to disclose documents about a 2023 stink-bomb protest at its Perth headquarters failed. Justice Howard dismissed the application, citing privacy concerns and lack of evidence, also cautioning against discouraging activism.
South Korea's Supreme Court confirmed a suspended prison term for former prosecutor Kim Sang-min for bribing former first lady Kim Keon Hee with a 140 million-won painting by artist Lee Ufan in 2023. The bribe sought her support for his 2024 election nomination, and he also faced illegal political donation charges.
India's Supreme Court rejected an urgent hearing for a plea seeking NEET reforms and the dissolution of the National Testing Agency due to alleged paper leaks. A lawyer presented evidence of police brutality during student protests, but the Chief Justice advised against wasting court time.
The Supreme Court ruled that High Court bail grants should be considered final, discouraging state appeals to reduce the SC's burden and uphold individual liberty. The bench expressed concern over lengthy bail orders and states' focus on interlocutory relief over securing convictions, citing a case involving Chaitanya Baghel.
