In his Vijayadashami address, RSS chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat highlighted the significance of constitutional methods as espoused by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, condemning violence and mob behavior. He emphasized civic sense, responsibility towards the Constitution, and called for regulation of OTT content, condemning modern ideologies that threaten cultural values and societal harmony.
Uddhav Thackeray, President of Shiv Sena (UBT) and former Chief Minister, appealed to Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud to protect democracy amidst ongoing unresolved cases involving his party and the Nationalist Congress Party. During a Dussehra rally, he criticized the BJP leadership, promised reforms, and vowed to restore justice, emphasizing accountability and unity against corruption.
Justice Rajendra Prakash Soni, a respected judge of the Rajasthan High Court, passed away at 60 due to a heart attack on October 11, 2024. Appointed in January 2023, he previously served in key judicial roles, earning admiration for his fairness and compassion. His untimely death is a significant loss to the legal community.
The Allahabad High Court clarified key provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act, emphasizing procedural safeguards for prosecution. In a ruling, the Court quashed an FIR due to flaws, specifically the lack of a corresponding provision and the application of a three-year bar for earlier offenses. This decision highlights the importance of intent and procedural accuracy in gang-related cases.
A Delhi High Court ruling has enabled Harbir Kaur and Gurvinder Singh to access their deceased son’s frozen semen for surrogacy after a four-year legal battle. The decision highlights the absence of explicit prohibitions in Indian law regarding posthumous reproduction, offering hope for grieving families and setting a significant legal precedent in India.
A Hyderabad court has issued a notice to Minister Konda Surekha, demanding her explanation for controversial remarks linking the divorce of actors Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Ruth Prabhu to political figures. Nagarjuna Akkineni filed a defamation case against her, sparking significant backlash and legal action from prominent actors and politicians ahead of the court hearing on October 23.
Ratan Tata, the revered chairman emeritus of Tata Group, passed away at 86 in Mumbai. Known for transforming the Tata Group into a global powerhouse, he was engaged in a legal battle with successor Cyrus Mistry, culminating in a Supreme Court ruling in 2021 that upheld Mistry’s removal. Tata’s legacy endures in Indian industry.
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In the Gyanvapi case, the Hindu side, represented by Advocate Madan Mohan Yadav, called for a comprehensive ASI survey and excavation of the Gyanvapi complex, claiming previous surveys were incomplete. The Muslim side, opposing this, argued prior surveys suffice and raised concerns over structural damage. A court hearing is scheduled for October 16.
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The Kerala High Court criticized delays in central aid to Wayanad’s landslide victims, directing the government to provide details by next Friday. Meanwhile, Kerala’s representative, Prof. K V Thomas, met with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, pressing for immediate assistance. The state’s persistent plea highlights the urgent need for timely disaster relief.
In his address at the Bhutan Distinguished Speakers’ Forum, Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud stressed the importance of judicial independence, transparency, and technology in building public trust. He emphasized that judges must remain unaffected by popular opinion, ensuring unbiased justice. He also highlighted how technology can enhance access to justice while addressing social inequalities.