Overview
- The CJI‑led bench called the non‑decision on 10 BRS defectors “gross contempt” after its July 31 order required rulings within three months.
- The court issued notice returnable in two weeks and warned the Speaker to conclude the matters within that period or face contempt.
- Counsel for the Speaker sought a short extension and assured the court that decisions would be delivered shortly, citing progress in multiple cases.
- The bench reiterated that the Speaker functions as a tribunal under the Tenth Schedule and does not enjoy constitutional immunity in such proceedings.
- The petitions seek disqualification of 10 MLAs who left BRS for the ruling Congress, a dispute that has moved from the Telangana High Court to the Supreme Court.