On June 3, 2026, the Supreme Court of India’s Artificial Intelligence Committee released the Draft Regulations for Use of Artificial Intelligence in Courts, 2026, marking the first attempt to set rules governing AI operation within Indian Courts. Published for stakeholder and public comment with a cut-off date of June 20, 2026, the Draft Regulations aim to lay out a framework governing AI use, with five key principles: human primacy, transparency, accountability, data protection, and judicial independence. The main point is that AI might help justice work better, but only when it stays under court control, is subservient, and never serves as a replacement. The Draft Regulations will apply to the Supreme Court of India, all High Courts, and every court, tribunal, and statutory commission performing adjudicatory functions, kicking off when dates are notified separately. An “AI System” or “AI Tool” is defined as “any software, platform, application, device, or process” employing AI for court processes, excluding general-purpose software unless functionally dependent on AI. It separately defines “Adjudicatory Function” and “Administrative Function,” with adjudicatory functions attracting higher human oversight.