The Supreme Court today reprimanded the Uttar Pradesh Government for delaying remission applications for convicts, criticizing the infringement of fundamental rights and warning of potential contempt proceedings. The Principal Secretary was directed to explain the delays and submit an affidavit, with the case set for another hearing on August 20.
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The Punjab and Haryana High Court expressed concern over the TV interview of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and its potential impact on crime rates. The Court directed the DGP to submit data on criminal cases registered after the interview. Furthermore, it emphasized the need for a thorough investigation, jail security enhancements, and progress updates.
The Supreme Court criticized the CBI for delaying the trial in former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s cases, calling it “shockingly surprising.” The court highlighted that six judges have retired or been transferred in the last decade, yet the trial hasn’t begun. The case was brought to the Supreme Court by Undi MLA, K Raghu Ramakrishna Raju, who sought directions to cancel Jagan Mohan Reddy’s bail and relocate the trial to another state. The Supreme Court has scheduled the next hearing for the week commencing November 11.
The social media company ‘X’ Corp today has contested a Delhi High Court order requiring the removal of allegedly defamatory posts about journalist Rajat Sharma globally, arguing that it violates international law and encroaches on other countries’ sovereignty. The court case involves a defamation suit filed by Sharma in response to abusive content on social media and TV.
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.
The Gujarat government plans to introduce a draft bill in the upcoming assembly session to combat black magic and ‘aghori’ activities. The decision is in response to a PIL demanding action against fraudulent individuals posing as godmen, aghoris, ojhas, and bhuvas. The proposed legislation aims to protect victims and prosecute perpetrators of such inhumane practices prevalent in tribal regions.
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The Bombay High Court today imposed a Rs 4.5 crore penalty on Patanjali Ayurved for violating an ad-interim order that prohibited the sale of its camphor products. The decision came in a trademark infringement case where Patanjali was accused of passing off and trademark infringement. Patanjali admitted to the violation and was directed to pay an additional Rs 4 crore.
The Supreme Court granted a final opportunity to respond to petitions challenging a Calcutta High Court order invalidating the appointment of 25,753 teachers and staff in West Bengal. The court set a two-week deadline for all parties to submit their filings, emphasizing the need for digitized records. The next hearing is scheduled in three weeks.
The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre and other parties, including the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), regarding a plea related to the University Grants Commission’s authority over distance education programs. The UGC challenged a Madras High Court ruling that upheld its jurisdiction, leading to the current proceedings.