The Supreme Court Collegium has suggested the appointment of five advocates as judges of the Calcutta High Court. With 29 vacancies, this decision aims to strengthen the court’s functioning.
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Today (8th April): The Supreme Court has issued a stay on the Karnataka High Court’s order to conduct board exams for classes 5, 8, 9, and 11. This decision came in response to concerns about the impact on students’ futures and compliance with the RTE Act. The Supreme Court has suspended the implementation of the High Court’s directive until further notice.
On Thursday: The Karnataka state government sought a stay on a judge’s order regarding board exams under the Karnataka Education Act, arguing that private schools may have vested interests. Despite objections, the court granted an interim plea for a stay, allowing the exams to proceed as scheduled on Monday, due to concerns about uncertainty for students.