The Delhi High Court On Friday (20th Dec) extended medical relief for former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Senger until January 15, 2025, amid disputes between the victim’s and Senger’s counsels regarding his surveillance. The victim’s mother opposed the decision, emphasizing safety concerns. Senger, convicted for rape, had previously been granted interim bail for personal reasons.
The Allahabad High Court has extended the deadline for the central government to respond to a petition regarding Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s alleged British citizenship. The government failed to respond by the previous deadline, prompting the court to allow a new deadline of March 24, 2025, for further proceedings.
The Delhi High Court on Friday (6th Dec) has instructed the Central government to respond to BJP leader Subramanian Swamy’s petition regarding Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s citizenship. The court seeks clarity before issuing orders, with the next hearing set for January 13, 2025. The petition claims Gandhi disclosed British citizenship, potentially affecting his Indian citizenship.
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.
Justice BR Gavai has been appointed as the Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) by President Droupadi Murmu. He succeeds Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who has become the 51st Chief Justice of India. Gavai, senior-most puisne judge since 2019, will become the CJI in May 2025.
CJI Sanjiv Khanna, upon taking office as the 51st Chief Justice of India, emphasized reducing case backlogs, making litigation affordable, and simplifying legal processes. He highlighted the judiciary’s role in protecting constitutional rights and ensuring equitable access to justice, advocating for reforms and promoting mediation to enhance the public’s legal experience.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna will begin his term as the 51st Chief Justice of India on November 11, 2024, with a six-month tenure ending May 13, 2025. Following his appointment, he has stopped his morning walks due to security concerns. His court will address significant backlogged cases and technological advancements in judiciary processes.
