The Supreme Court has overturned the Gauhati High Court's decision to declare 27 individuals as foreigners, remanding their cases to tribunals for fresh adjudication.

The bench emphasized that determining citizenship requires a 'fair, lawful and reasonable' process, rejecting the argument that the appellants had not challenged tribunal orders for 23 years.

Meanwhile, the court stayed a Madras High Court order banning cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu, noting the need for correction in the High Court's blanket ban.The ruling came after a plea by a Hindutva party to ensure slaughter occurs at designated locations.

Other developments include the arrest of Assam activist Pranab Doley over protests against a luxury hotel near Kaziranga National Park and the detention of a temple staffer accused of stealing donations.These cases highlight ongoing legal and social tensions in India, balancing individual rights with state authority.