![[Sexual Harassment Case by Woman IPS officer] SC Stays Arrest of Former DGP Rajesh Das](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-89.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1 "[Sexual Harassment Case by Woman IPS officer] SC Stays Arrest of Former DGP Rajesh Das")
The Supreme Court ordered an interim stay on the arrest of former DGP Rajesh Das following his appeal seeking suspension of sentence and exemption from surrender. Das was convicted for sexually harassing a woman IPS officer during an election campaign. The decision was made after the Madras High Court dismissed his pleas.
Conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar seeks transfer from Mandoli jail due to alleged surveillance and threats, citing violation of his right to life. Justices expressed initial reluctance but issued notice to Delhi Govt. and jail authorities, acknowledging his concerns. Chandrashekhar faces charges of cheating, extortion, and money laundering, and had been previously transferred per the Supreme Court’s order.
The Supreme Court has ordered on friday, the Manipur government to pay Rs 3,000 per day to civil service aspirants from violence-affected hill districts, enabling them to travel outside the state for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. The directive was issued due to safety concerns, as the state cannot open examination centers in certain areas affected by violence since May 2023.
The Supreme Court of India has directed on 17th May, the Union Government to create a comprehensive sentencing policy to ensure fairness and uniformity in sentencing. The policy aims to avoid judge-centric decisions and disparities, emphasizing the need for transparency and adherence to fundamental rights. The court proposed the establishment of a “sentencing commission” comprising experts in various fields to develop comprehensive sentencing guidelines.
![[PM Modi Hate Speech] "Commenting on Muslims as Infiltrators and Distributing your wealth with the Infiltrators": Delhi Court Asks Police To Submit Reports](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MicrosoftTeams-image-39.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1 "PM Modi Commenting on \"Muslims as Infiltrators and Distributing Wealth with the Infiltrators Children\": Delhi Court Asks Police To Submit Reports")
A Delhi court has asked the police to provide a report on a complaint against PM Modi’s alleged hate speech targeting Muslims. The complaint accuses Modi of breaching the Model Code of Conduct and using derogatory language. The court seeks information on actions taken, inquiry status, offense identification, and FIR registration by June 5.
The Supreme Court of India reserved its verdict today on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s petition challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the Delhi Excise Policy case. The bench reviewed the case papers and requested the ED to present any new evidence justifying Kejriwal’s arrest. Kejriwal retains the interim liberty to apply for bail.
![[EVM-VVPAT Case] SC Dismissed PIL of Sikh Chamber Over Voter Secrecy](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-85-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1 "[EVM-VVPAT Case] SC Dismissed PIL of Sikh Chamber Over Lack of Voter Secrecy")
The Supreme Court of India dismissed today a PIL petition from the Sikh Chamber of Commerce, citing an absence of a compelling case and reiterating their previous judgment on EVMs and VVPAT. Justices Khanna and Datta emphasized that polling officers cannot discern voters’ choices from VVPAT slips, addressing concerns about voter secrecy in Indian elections.
Today (17th May): The Supreme Court rejects an appeal challenging the Karnataka High Court’s order to stay proceedings against BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, accused of objectionable tweets and violating the Model Code of Conduct before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Justices questioned bypassing the High Court, leading the petitioners to withdraw the plea. Another case involves Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje.
The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Union government today after hearing a PIL seeking alternative digital KYC procedures for acid attack survivors with eye disfigurement. Chief Justice of India Chandrachud emphasized the importance of the plea, acknowledging the gravity of the issue. The petitioners have proposed comprehensive directives for the central government and regulatory bodies.
The Supreme Court, led by CJI Chandrachud, upheld Gujarat High Court’s district judges’ promotion policy. Using aircraft internet on his return from a Brazil summit, CJI collaborated with Justices Pardiwala and Misra. The judgment involved a plea contesting Gujarat government’s appointment decisions and challenged merit-cum-seniority rule for promotions. The Court commended the efforts of junior lawyer Mayur Raghuvanshi.