Over 1.20 lakh cases are pending in the Delhi High Court, mainly due to judge shortage worsened by recent transfers and retirements. Justice Kathpalia’s bench called the situation “extremely distressing,” as many appeals remain unheard for years.
The Supreme Court, concerned with the menace of unlicensed arms and ammunition, has ordered the constitution of a committee headed by the Chief Secretary in each state and Union Territory to formulate an action plan for the implementation of the Arms Act and Rules. In its Order, the Court notes that despite the existence of laws and rules, there is a proliferation of factories and workshops manufacturing unlicensed arms and ammunition and the use of such weapons to commit crimes is on the rise.
The Supreme Court formed a 10-member National Task Force (NTF) to address safety concerns for healthcare workers following a tragic incident. The NTF’s first meeting is set for today, with a mandate to submit interim guidelines within three weeks and a final report in two months. The focus is on preventing violence and establishing a national protocol for safe working conditions.
