The Supreme Court set to hear a plea challenging new criminal legislation, questioning its constitutionality and potential impacts on fundamental rights. The laws, known as the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Act, have raised concerns about police powers and violations of citizen rights, leading to a significant judicial review.
In response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud announced that the 2021 Supreme Court Advocate-on-Record (AoR) Examination will not be considered as an attempt for the candidates who participated. This decision aims to alleviate the impact of the pandemic on candidates’ preparation and performance, ensuring fairness in the examination process.
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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.
On Friday(17th May), The Supreme Court has asked Janata Dal (Secular) leader BB Patil to respond to Karnataka government’s plea against quashing a criminal complaint for damaging EVMs. The notice was issued by a Bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath and Satish Chandra Sharma, challenging a 2023 Karnataka High Court 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.
On Friday(17th May), The Supreme Court has stayed an Andhra Pradesh district court’s order that restricted YS Sharmila from commenting on the YSR Congress Party and its members regarding the killing of her uncle, Y S Vivekananda Reddy. The apex court viewed the injunction as a violation of the right to freedom of speech and expression.
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.
Today, On 16th May, The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) withdrew its petition from the Supreme Court seeking office land in New Delhi, indicating a shift in strategy. The party aims to explore alternative solutions outside the judicial process. This decision follows the ongoing proceedings at the Delhi High Court and the rejection of their land allocation request.