On Friday(27th Sept),The Supreme Court of India emphasized that retired high court judges heading tribunals must receive appropriate salaries and benefits to maintain their dignity. The bench, led by Chief Justice Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, urged state governments to ensure fair compensation or consider appointing individuals from other professions.
A Special Court in Bengaluru has ordered the filing of an FIR against Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and other BJP leaders, including JP Nadda, over allegations of extortion linked to the electoral bonds scheme. The complaint claims that corporate entities were coerced into purchasing bonds, with the Enforcement Directorate reportedly using raids to exert pressure.
The Advocates (Amendment) Act, 2023, will take effect on September 30, 2024, aiming to regulate legal professionals and address issues within the legal fraternity. Key provisions include measures against touting, stringent penalties, and enhanced monitoring by judicial authorities, promoting transparency and ensuring ethical practices within India’s legal system.
A group of 47 residents from Assam has filed a contempt petition against state authorities for violating a Supreme Court order that halted demolitions without permission. The petition, representing residents from Sonapur District, will be reviewed by the same bench on September 30, as they claim the government continues to demolish homes despite the court’s directive.
A petition has been filed in the Karnataka High Court for a CBI probe against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over alleged illegal land allotments involving his wife. Activist Snehamayi Krishna claims that only a central investigation can ensure fairness, as the Lokayukta operates under state jurisdiction.
A CBI court denied bail to Sandip Ghosh and Abhijit Mondal, accused of raping and murdering a medical trainee. The court cited the serious nature of the allegations, potentially leading to capital punishment. Both men remain in custody as the CBI investigation proceeds, amid public outrage and concerns for safety in the medical community.
The Supreme Court will hear the explosive controversy regarding alleged animal fat in Tirupati laddoos on September 30. The political debate has intensified, with petitions from BJP leader Subramanian Swamy and YSR Congress MP YV Subba Reddy demanding investigations into purity claims. Both leaders are invoking scrutiny amid existing political rivalries.
The Kerala High Court quashed defamation proceedings against the Managing Director of Rashtra Deepika, stating he has no direct role in selecting news items, which is the responsibility of the Chief Editor. The court ruled that criminal prosecution against the MD would not succeed, highlighting the ordinary roles in news selection.
Today(26th Sept),The Delhi High Court stated that it lacks the resources and expertise to create a uniform banking code for foreign exchange transactions aimed at curbing black money and benami dealings. It directed that the petition be treated as a representation to the Ministry of Finance, which will consult with the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Reserve Bank of India.
