Tushar Mehta
Tushar Mehta is an Indian lawyer and the Solicitor General of India. He has represented the Government of India in various significant legal matters and has been involved in high-profile cases before the Supreme Court and High Courts across the country. Mehta is known for his strong advocacy skills and has been a prominent figure in discussions surrounding legal interpretations of public interest, particularly in relation to the Right to Information Act.
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Tushar Mehta is the solicitor general representing the Centre in the Supreme Court regarding the NEET issue.
'It's traumatic, shouldn't disappoint our youngsters': Supreme Court asks Centre to make NEET fool-proof | India News
India· 2026-05-29
India’s solicitor general, Tushar Mehta, assured the court that any action would take place strictly 'in accordance with law'.
One of India’s most exclusive private clubs is facing eviction. What’s behind the fight that has upset Delhi’s elite? | India
United Kingdom· 2026-05-29
Solicitor general Tushar Mehta apologized for the unpardonable mistake committed by the authors of the book.
SC bans NCERT book over ‘judicial corruption’ chapter | India NewsIndia· 2026-02-27
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta discussed the exploitation of personal data in court.
Will ban you for sharing users’ personal data, SC warns WhatsApp | India NewsIndia· 2026-02-04
Countering his contention, solicitor general Tushar Mehta said Section 3(2) is attracted only where the motions are 'admitted' in both Houses, and not just being 'given'.
Can't use law to scuttle Parliamentary process, says SC, rejects Justice Varma's plea | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-17
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta stated that the contractor has failed to complete the work on the three stretches.
NHAI can nix Pune company's contract for Delhi-Mumbai expressway delay: HC | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-15
Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General who explained the incident to the Supreme Court regarding the Enforcement Directorate's actions.
ED charge of interference serious, says SC on face-off with Mamata | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-15
Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General who commented on the chaos at the Calcutta High Court.
'As if it's Jantar Mantar!' SC 'disturbed' by ED's charge; agency says TMC asked people to come to HC before I-PAC raid hearing | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-15
Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General representing the ED in the Supreme Court regarding the I-PAC raids.
I-Pac raids drama in SC: ED alleges CM barged in, accuses her of theft; Mamata calls it a ‘blatant lie’ | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-15
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the Supreme Court about the government's humanitarian decision regarding Sunali's return.
Centre agrees to bring back Sunali, son from Bangladesh | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-04
Tushar Mehta is the solicitor general who stated that the entry of Khatun and her child was allowed on humanitarian grounds.
‘Humanitarian grounds’: SC allows deported pregnant woman, her child to return from Bangladesh; citizenship still in question | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-03
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta protested against Prashant Bhushan's comments during the judicial proceedings.
SC: Need to pre-screen social media content | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-28
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta questioned the motives behind the application regarding hate speech cases.
Cannot monitor, entertain every hate speech case in country: SC | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-25
SG Tushar Mehta expressed gratitude for the Supreme Court's judgment on behalf of the President and Union government.
'Must adopt dialogue': SC says courts can't impose timelines on President, governor to act on Bills; key details | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-20
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta requested to allow Chief Secretaries to appear virtually before the Supreme Court.
‘Shift them to shelters’: SC orders removal of stray dogs from schools, bus stands; directs NHAI to clear cattle from highways | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-07
Tushar Mehta is the solicitor-general of India who stated that consultations were underway with the J&K administration regarding the restoration of statehood.
Omar mulls becoming party to statehood case in SC, says no one from Centre in touch with him on statehood | Srinagar NewsIndia· 2025-10-18
Tushar Mehta is the solicitor general who informed the bench about the requirement under the Contempt of Courts Act.
AG okays contempt plea for shoe throw bid, SC reluctant | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-16
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the court about the contempt proceedings.
Shoe-throwing bid at CJI: AG gives nod for contempt plea; curb on social media posts sought | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-16
Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General who presented arguments regarding the pollution levels and green crackers.
On Diwali, ‘green crackers’ set to return with a bang | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-10
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta defended Chief Justice Gavai, stating he respects all religions and has known him for ten years.
'Angered every Indian': PM Modi slams attack on CJI Gavai; applauds top Justice's calm | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-06Tushar Mehta, the Solicitor General, called Rakesh Kishore's act 'unfortunate and condemnable'.
‘Inconsistent with dignity’: BCI suspends lawyer for hurling shoe at CJI Gavai; disciplinary proceedings to follow | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-06
Solicitor-General Tushar Mehta defended Governors accused of delaying bills.
'Proud of our Constitution': Supreme Court cites Nepal, Bangladesh turmoil; what prompted observation? | India NewsIndia· 2025-09-10
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta was present in the courtroom and addressed the issue of illegal felling of trees.
Supreme Court to probe green norms violation in Himalayan region | India NewsIndia· 2025-09-04
Tushar Mehta stated that speaking Bengali is not a ground for deportation.
Is speaking Bengali a ground for deportation, SC asks Centre to clarify | India NewsIndia· 2025-08-30Tushar Mehta argued that disclosing educational certificates could violate students' privacy rights.
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Bangladesh· 2025-08-26
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta represented the Delhi University in arguing against the disclosure of personal information under RTI.
Modi’s educational records can’t be disclosed, Delhi court rules - World
Pakistan· 2025-08-26
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing Delhi University, argued that the CIC order should be cancelled.
Smriti Irani degree row: Delhi HC sets aside CIC order; calls it 'thoroughly misconceived' | India NewsIndia· 2025-08-25
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta represented Delhi University in the case.
PM Modi degree row: Delhi HC quashes CIC order; DU not bound to share his 1978 BA records | India NewsIndia· 2025-08-25Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General arguing in support of the Presidential reference.
'Will give view on Prez reference; won’t decide validity of TN guv verdict': Supreme Court | India NewsIndia· 2025-08-20
Tushar Mehta, the solicitor general, argued against the Supreme Court's judgment mandating the President to seek its opinion.
President, not SC, decides when to seek court's opinion: Centre | India NewsIndia· 2025-08-18
