2nd May 2026

Based on the, cause lists and recent reports, here are some key cases and developments scheduled or emerging around May 2, 2026, in Indian courts:

Supreme Court of India (May 2, 2026) [1]

• “Rats Ate Bribe” Bail Case: The Supreme Court granted bail to a government officer accused of a ₹10,000 bribe, with arguments highlighting that rodents had destroyed the evidence.
• Minor Abortion Case: The Supreme Court is reviewing legal deadlines regarding a minor’s abortion, focusing on reproductive autonomy.
• Pawan Khera Case: The Supreme Court is handling matters related to anticipatory bail for Congress leader Pawan Khera in the Assam Police case.
• West Bengal Election Counting: A plea by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) regarding the deputation of Central government staff for counting votes in West Bengal was scheduled for hearing.
• Bilkis Bano Case: Ongoing proceedings regarding the remission of convicts in the Bilkis Bano case.
• Haldwani Demolitions: Cases regarding the demolition of homes on railway land in Haldwani, Uttarakhand.
• Illegal Construction: A case related to the demolition of illegal houses on forest land in Khori village, Haryana.

High Courts and Other News

• Delhi High Court: Various criminal, bail, and civil writ petitions are listed (e.g., FAIZAN AHMAD vs STATE, 30.04.2026; BAIL APPLN. cases).
• Calcutta High Court: Hearing concluded regarding the Election Commission’s order to deploy central staff for vote counting.
• Uttarakhand High Court: Issued directions regarding the prohibition of heavy machinery for mining in the Ramganga-Saryu river area.
• Allahabad High Court: Refused an FIR against Rahul Gandhi, noting that criticizing the government is not an offence.
• Elections: The Election Commission of India (ECI) ordered repolling in 15 booths of two West Bengal constituencies, set for May 2.