Today(30th Sept), Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji, released on bail from Puzhal prison, appeared in court for a money laundering case, with the next hearing scheduled for October 4. The Enforcement Directorate submitted a counter affidavit regarding Balaji’s petition for details of bank officials involved in the investigation.
Today(30th Sept),The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL seeking the removal of the Singhu border blockade, stating that petitioners should address the issue with the city police. The petitioners argued that the barricades are causing significant disruptions despite the absence of protesting farmers.
Today(30th Sept), Delhi Chief Minister Atishi Marlena has challenged the summoning order in a defamation case, leading the court to issue a notice to BJP leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor. The matter is scheduled for a hearing on October 7 before both the Special Court and the Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate.
BharatPe has reached a settlement with former co-founder Ashneer Grover, concluding their legal disputes. Grover will sever all ties with the company, transferring many of his shares to a trust benefiting BharatPe. Both parties agreed to withdraw ongoing legal cases, with Grover expressing confidence in BharatPe’s current leadership.
Today(30th Sept),The Supreme Court of India has emphasized the need for separation between religion and politics while addressing petitions about the quality of ghee in Tirupati temple’s sacred laddoos. The controversy arose from allegations of animal fat in the ghee, leading to the court’s criticism of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s public comments during an ongoing investigation.
Today(30th Sept),The Supreme Court of India has ordered a “status quo” on ongoing evictions and demolitions in Assam’s Sonapur region following a contempt petition from residents claiming violations of the court’s interim order. The petition, submitted by 48 residents, seeks judicial relief against what they describe as illegal evictions by the Assam government.
The Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh has urged the Supreme Court to transfer Justice Sangeeta Chandra from the Allahabad High Court amid rising tensions following her contempt order against Senior Advocate SC Mishra. The council seeks her transfer and requested she refrain from judicial duties until resolved, reflecting discontent within the legal community.
The Calcutta High Court directed disciplinary action against six police officers for mishandling a sexual assault complaint by an IAS officer’s wife, citing procedural lapses and tampering with the complaint. The case has been transferred to the Deputy Commissioner of Women Police for further investigation.
Bengaluru police may transfer the electoral bonds case against Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and BJP leaders to the CID due to complex corruption allegations. Following a court-ordered FIR, officials are discussing this move, given the magnitude of the case involving over Rs. 8,000 crore and significant political implications amidst opposition demands for investigation.
Today(28th Sept), CJI DY Chandrachud called for an inclusive justice system to better address the unique challenges faced by children with disabilities. He emphasized the need for reforms from police stations to courtrooms during the National Annual Stakeholders Consultation on Child Protection.
