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Supreme Court Protects Fed Member, Expands Trump Agency Power

The Supreme Court blocked Trump from firing Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook, preserving the Fed's independence from presidential removal power. A separate ruling the same day gave Trump broader authority to dismiss leaders of other independent federal agencies.

Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Fed Governor Firing Bid

The US Supreme Court has blocked President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, who faced unproven mortgage fraud allegations. The ruling preserves Fed independence for now and keeps a politically charged removal case alive in the courts.

Supreme Court TPS Ruling Exposes 1.3 Million Migrants

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against TPS protections in a case centered on Haitian migrants, leaving 1.3 million people from over a dozen countries vulnerable to deportation. Many affected individuals have lived legally in the U.S. for decades, with the ruling removing a key legal shield used to resist removal.

Supreme Court Clears Trump to End TPS for 356,000

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to proceed with ending Temporary Protected Status for more than 356,000 Syrian and Haitian immigrants. The ruling puts affected individuals at risk of losing work authorization and deportation protections, with enforcement timelines still to be determined.

Supreme Court Lets Trump End Haitian, Syrian TPS

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian nationals, lifting lower-court blocks while legal challenges continue.

Supreme Court Backs Trump on Green Card Border Rights

The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that immigration officials can place green card holders on parole at border crossings based on suspicion alone. The decision, backing a Trump administration policy, weakens entry protections for roughly 13 million lawful permanent residents who travel internationally.

Trump to Appeal Ruling Allowing Tariff Refunds to Importers

The Trump administration plans to appeal a Supreme Court ruling that struck down its broad import tariffs, even as businesses are already receiving refunds on duties paid. The appeal could pause refund payments and may seek to restore the tariffs through a different legal argument.

Supreme Court Plea Demands Governor Invite TVK to Govern

Advocate A. Lakshminarayanan has petitioned the Supreme Court arguing Tamil Nadu's Governor is duty-bound to invite TVK to form a government. The plea contends that ignoring this obligation would violate the electoral mandate and damage democratic norms.

Trump Threatens 25% EU Auto Tariff, Details Unclear

Trump announced a 25% tariff on EU automobiles but gave no details on legal authority or implementation, following the Supreme Court's earlier rejection of his reciprocal tariff powers. The move puts U.S.-EU trade talks at risk and could significantly raise costs for European automakers exporting to the U.S.

Federal Court Blocks Mailing of Abortion Pill Mifepristone

A federal court has ordered that mifepristone, the most commonly used abortion pill in the U.S., can only be dispensed in person at clinics, overriding FDA rules that allowed mail delivery. The ruling is expected to be appealed to the Supreme Court, leaving access and compliance obligations uncertain in the interim.

Supreme Court Backs EC's Authority on Bengal Counting Staff

The Supreme Court declined to direct the Election Commission on counting staff for West Bengal local body elections, upholding EC's authority to choose personnel. The EC assured the court that its circular would be followed and state government employees would also be present during the May 4 count.

Supreme Court Restores SBI Consortium's Financial Creditor Status in Reliance Infratel

The Supreme Court has ruled that an SBI-led bank consortium qualifies as financial creditors in the Reliance Infratel insolvency case, overturning orders from both the NCLT and NCLAT that had stripped them of that status. Financial creditors hold voting rights on the Committee of Creditors, giving them direct control over resolution plan approvals.

Supreme Court Orders Fix to Minor Pregnancy Termination Laws

The Supreme Court directed the Centre to amend laws on pregnancy termination for minors, flagging gaps in consent and access rules. The order signals likely legislative or regulatory changes to the existing framework. Other top stories include Kargil's concerns over Ladakh's new districts, Bengaluru rain damage, and

DoT Cuts Vodafone Idea AGR Dues, Allows Instalments

DoT has finalised Vodafone Idea's AGR dues at ₹64,046 crore, down from ₹87,695 crore, after Supreme Court directions. The reduction of about ₹23,649 crore, combined with a staggered payment option, eases the company's debt pressure. The dues are calculated as of December 31, 2025.

Supreme Court Ruling Reshakes U.S. Voting District Maps

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a ruling that changes how voting districts are drawn under the Voting Rights Act. Both parties are now reassessing their electoral maps in response. Redistricting fights across multiple states are likely to follow.

Supreme Court Limits Race in Voting District Maps

The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's congressional map as an illegal racial gerrymander, limiting the use of race in drawing voting districts. The ruling makes it harder for states to justify majority-minority districts under the Voting Rights Act. States with large minority populations now face tighter legal

Supreme Court Seeks Calcutta HC Report on West Bengal SIR

The Supreme Court of India said it would seek a same-day report from the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court over the Special Intensive Revision process in West Bengal. The CJI's expressed displeasure over near-daily mentions signals the apex court is moving toward direct oversight of the electoral roll revision

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Supreme Court rules Trump cannot fire Fed member Lisa Cook

The Supreme Court blocked Trump from firing Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook, preserving the Fed's independence from presidential removal power. A separate ruling the same day gave Trump broader authority to dismiss leaders of other independent federal agencies.

53m ago · 3 min · Policy & Government

Supreme Court blocks Trump’s bid to fire US Federal Reserve’s Lisa Cook

The US Supreme Court has blocked President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, who faced unproven mortgage fraud allegations. The ruling preserves Fed independence for now and keeps a politically charged removal case alive in the courts.

22h ago · 3 min · Policy & Government

Supreme Court T.P.S. Ruling on Haiti Plunges Many Migrants Into Limbo

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against TPS protections in a case centered on Haitian migrants, leaving 1.3 million people from over a dozen countries vulnerable to deportation. Many affected individuals have lived legally in the U.S. for decades, with the ruling removing a key legal shield used to resist removal.

Yesterday · 3 min · Policy & Government

Supreme Court lets Trump strip deportation protections from Syrians, Haitians

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to proceed with ending Temporary Protected Status for more than 356,000 Syrian and Haitian immigrants. The ruling puts affected individuals at risk of losing work authorization and deportation protections, with enforcement timelines still to be determined.

4d ago · 3 min · Policy & Government

US Supreme Court backs Trump policy on green card holder rights

The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that immigration officials can place green card holders on parole at border crossings based on suspicion alone. The decision, backing a Trump administration policy, weakens entry protections for roughly 13 million lawful permanent residents who travel internationally.

6d ago · 3 min · Policy & Government

Trump says he's raising EU auto tariffs to 25% without clarifying how

Trump announced a 25% tariff on EU automobiles but gave no details on legal authority or implementation, following the Supreme Court's earlier rejection of his reciprocal tariff powers. The move puts U.S.-EU trade talks at risk and could significantly raise costs for European automakers exporting to the U.S.

1mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs

What to know about federal court ruling blocking mailing of widely used abortion pill

A federal court has ordered that mifepristone, the most commonly used abortion pill in the U.S., can only be dispensed in person at clinics, overriding FDA rules that allowed mail delivery. The ruling is expected to be appealed to the Supreme Court, leaving access and compliance obligations uncertain in the interim.

1mo ago · 2 min · Policy & Government

SC Holds SBI-Led Consortium Of Banks As Financial Creditors In Reliance Infratel Case

The Supreme Court has ruled that an SBI-led bank consortium qualifies as financial creditors in the Reliance Infratel insolvency case, overturning orders from both the NCLT and NCLAT that had stripped them of that status. Financial creditors hold voting rights on the Committee of Creditors, giving them direct control over resolution plan approvals.

2mo ago · 2 min · Policy & Government

DoT trims Vodafone Idea AGR dues to Rs 64,046 crore, allows staggered payments

DoT has finalised Vodafone Idea's AGR dues at ₹64,046 crore, down from ₹87,695 crore, after Supreme Court directions. The reduction of about ₹23,649 crore, combined with a staggered payment option, eases the company's debt pressure. The dues are calculated as of December 31, 2025.

2mo ago · 1 min · Business

Supreme Court Deals Further Blow to Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's congressional map as an illegal racial gerrymander, limiting the use of race in drawing voting districts. The ruling makes it harder for states to justify majority-minority districts under the Voting Rights Act. States with large minority populations now face tighter legal

2mo ago · 1 min · Policy & Government