The Supreme Court paused contempt proceedings launched by the Calcutta High Court against West Bengal police officers over the 2019 Howrah court clash. The delay of five years in initiating action raised serious legal questions.
NEW DELHI: The Union Law Ministry has revealed that the Central government has provided financial support of Rs.7.5 crore over the past three years to the India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC). This funding aims to promote and strengthen institutional arbitration in India. This information was shared by Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal in response to questions raised in the Rajya Sabha by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjeev Arora.
The UAPA Amendment 2019 has long been a controversial piece of legislation in India, designed to combat terrorism and unlawful activities threatening national security. It has sparked significant debate due to the expanded powers it grants the government, especially regarding the designation of individuals as terrorists. This change, particularly under Section 35, has raised questions about the impact on individual rights, including freedom of speech, due process, and reputation. The Supreme Court of India has recently clarified that High Courts are allowed to continue hearing petitions challenging these amendments.
The Supreme Court On Monday (2nd Dec), directed the Election Commission of India to file an affidavit regarding its decision to increase the number of voters per polling booth to 1,500. Concerns about voter efficiency and convenience were raised during the proceedings, and the Court emphasized that no voter should face inconvenience due to this change.
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, at a felicitation event in Kanhersar, revealed he sought divine guidance during the Ayodhya dispute, believing faith facilitates solutions. He noted the case’s complexity and discussed the Supreme Court’s landmark 2019 ruling favoring the Ram temple’s construction, while also assigning a mosque site.
Omar Abdullah, Vice President of Jammu Kashmir National Conference, argued that the abrogation of Article 370 was a parliamentary decision and could be reversed by the same institution. He criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s claim about Article 370 being a “closed chapter” and called for accountability regarding rising militancy in Jammu.
The Allahabad High Court reserves judgment on Maneka Gandhi’s petition challenging the election of Samajwadi Party candidate Ram Bhual Nishad from Sultanpur Lok Sabha seat in the 2024 elections. It alleges discrepancies in Nishad’s criminal record disclosure. The case faces a judicial review after concerns were raised about its late submission.
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The Supreme Court today granted bail to the accused in the Kamlesh Tiwari murder case, noting limited involvement and lack of prior antecedents. The decision considered lengthy detention, witness testimony, and bail for other co-accused, diverging from the High Court’s denial based on the murder’s brutality and communal aspects. The case title is Syed Asim Ali v. The State of Uttar Pradesh.
The Delhi High Court on 22nd july has sought the Central Government’s response on a PIL challenging the requirement of a ration card under the Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN) umbrella scheme. The petitioner seeks relaxation of this requirement, arguing it is arbitrary and deprives destitute patients of financial aid. The detailed hearing is scheduled for November 25, 2024.