The Delhi High Court will hear a plea from climate activist Sonam Wangchuk regarding a planned protest involving 200 participants at Jantar Mantar to raise awareness about ecological and cultural degradation in Ladakh. The Delhi Police previously rejected their request, prompting legal action focused on the right to free speech and peaceful assembly.
The Calcutta High Court is hearing a plea from a bus association member seeking a two-year grace period for 15-year-old buses impacted by pandemic-related losses. With operational buses dropping significantly, the request highlights the urgent need for balanced transportation regulations that consider both economic challenges for operators and environmental concerns.
The Bombay High Court ruled that recording video inside a police station does not violate the Official Secrets Act, dismissing related charges against constable Santosh Athare. However, other charges under the Indian Penal Code remain, as the court found grounds for further proceedings regarding criminal conspiracy and intimidation involving the Athare brothers.
The Delhi High Court has instructed district courts to accurately record advocates’ appearances in order sheets, addressing issues raised in a specific case. The directive includes implementing systems like ‘drop-box’ or ‘chat box’ features to streamline the process, ensuring transparency and protecting advocates’ interests across all district courts.
The Supreme Court of India recently experienced a humorous incident when two monkeys entered the building and stole a lunchbox, amusing onlookers. The viral video showing their antics has received over 50,000 views, highlighting challenges authorities face with increasing monkey populations in urban areas. The incident lightened the courtroom atmosphere.
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Today, on October, 7th, in the Delhi Waqf Board money laundering case, AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan’s judicial custody has been extended until October 21. Arrested on September 2, Khan is accused of money laundering linked to a ₹36 crore property in Okhla. The ED argues for the extension to prevent evidence tampering, while Khan’s defense claims cooperation with the investigation.
The Supreme Court of India recently expunged unfair remarks made by Uttarakhand High Court’s Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma against an advocate, deeming them unjustified and illegal. The Court emphasized the necessity for judicial officers to avoid personal comments about lawyers, reaffirming the need for professional decorum in judicial proceedings.
On October 7th, the Delhi High Court was informed that the installation of Maharani Lakshmi Bai’s statue at Shahi Idgah Park does not infringe on prayer rights. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi completed the installation, and a mutual resolution was reached after contestation from the Shahi Idgah Managing Committee, ensuring peaceful coexistence.
The Kuki Students’ Organisation has petitioned the Delhi High Court to restore Churachandpur, Manipur, as an SSC exam venue, emphasizing the need for sustainable arrangements for tribal students. They highlight the hardships faced by these students, including travel difficulties to Aizawl, and seek fair treatment from the SSC and the state government.
The Bombay High Court has instructed the Police Commissioner to respond to extortion allegations against a lawyer and an officer involving a rape case under the POSCO Act. The court emphasized the seriousness of the claims and required a personal affidavit from the Commissioner, highlighting concerns over police misconduct in the investigation.