Shocking Claim!! 14-Hour Illegal Detention & Custodial Sexual Assault: Supreme Court To Hear Female Lawyer’s Plea

Today, On 19th December, Supreme Court agreed to hear a female lawyer’s plea alleging shocking 14-hour illegal detention and custodial sexual assault by police officials. The bench said serious allegations warranted examination and issued notice while directing preservation of CCTV footage evidence.

Ready To Sit On Monday: CJI Surya Kant Announces Special Supreme Court Sitting On December 22

Today, On 19th December, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced a special Supreme Court vacation sitting on December 22 to hear genuinely urgent cases as the winter recess begins. He said judges worked all night on briefs and declined fresh listings.

Delhi High Court Sets Aside Lokpal Sanction for CBI Chargesheet Against TMC MP Mahua Moitra: Relook Into The Issue

Today, On 19th December, Delhi High Court set aside the Lokpal sanction allowing the CBI to file a chargesheet against TMC MP Mahua Moitra in the cash-for-query case. The court directed the Lokpal to relook into the matter afresh within one month.

No One Should Misuse The Court’s Process For Oblique Motives: Delhi High Court Penalises Serial Litigant Over Illegal Construction Pleas

Delhi High Court penalises a serial litigant for filing multiple pleas against illegal constructions in the national capital. The Court emphasised, “No one should misuse the court’s process for oblique motives,” warning against frivolous petitions that burden the judicial system.

‘Retired Judges Feel Uncomfortable Sitting With Juniors’: Supreme Court Modifies Ruling on Ad Hoc Judge Appointments

The Supreme Court heard Lok Prahari’s plea on ad hoc judge appointments and addressed concerns raised by retired judges over bench composition. CJI Surya Kant said High Court Chief Justices may decide benches administratively, leading to a modification of the main judgment.

Bombay High Court, Mumbai, Nagpur Courts Evacuated After Bomb Threats: High Alert Across Judicial Complexes

Today, On 18th December, Bombay High Court, along with courts in Mumbai and Nagpur, was evacuated following bomb threats. High alert was declared across judicial complexes, and security agencies conducted thorough checks to ensure the safety of court personnel, lawyers, and visitors.

SIR Row | Take A Decision On Or Before 31 December And Apprise The Court: Supreme Court To ECI

Today, On 18th December, Supreme Court continues hearing the SIR validity case across states. The apex Court directs the Election Commission of India to decide the proposal within timeline, stating “Take A Decision On Or Before 31 December And Apprise The Court”.

Unfortunate Trend Of Judges Passing Multiple Orders Before Retirement, Like A Batter Hitting Sixes In The Final Over: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court expressed concern over a growing trend of judges issuing multiple orders just before retirement, questioning judicial discipline. Calling it an unfortunate trend, the Court likened last-minute orders to a batter hitting sixes in final over.

Stray Dogs Case | Will Play Video, Ask You What Is Humanity: Supreme Court To Petitioner

Today, On18th December, In the stray dogs case, a petitioner raised concerns about the “inhuman” treatment of animals. The Supreme Court responded, saying a video will be shown during the next hearing, challenging the notion of humanity and asking, “Will play video, ask you what is humanity.”

BREAKING| You Cannot Act As A Gatekeeper: Supreme Court Slams Up Judicial Officer Over Bail Hearing

Today, On 18th December, Supreme Court heard a plea by Rajasthan Judicial Officer Anu Aggarwal, with CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi examining bail handling. “You Cannot Act As A Gatekeeper,” the Court said, pulling up the officer over bail handling.