Today, On 16th December, The Supreme Court granted the Union Government six weeks to finalise rehabilitation recommendations for officer cadets discharged from military training due to disabilities. A Bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and R Mahadevan adjourned proceedings till January 28.
The Supreme Court was told that large-scale stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana has worsened Delhi-NCR’s air quality, violating earlier court orders. CJI B R Gavai said the bench will issue fresh directions on Wednesday.
Former Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi responded after AG R Venkataramani justified his Supreme Court absence, saying, “While international arbitration may hold significant financial value, it is fundamentally a commercial issue that pales before a constitutional challenge.”
Today, On 7th November, CJI Gavai remarked, “I Became a Judge at 42, Perhaps I Didn’t Have Enough Experience Then,” during the Supreme Court hearing on the Tribunal Reforms Act case, as Senior Advocate Arvind Datar questioned the 50-year minimum age requirement for tribunal appointments.
Attorney General clarified that his absence in the Madras Bar Association case was not to delay proceedings but because he was leading the Government of India’s high-stakes arbitration against Reliance, after CJI Gavai expressed displeasure over adjournment.
Today, On 6th November, Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai expressed sharp displeasure over repeated adjournments in the Madras Bar Association case, remarking that it was “very unfair to the Court” and questioning how many more times such delays would be sought.
The Supreme Court stressed the nation’s duty to support doctors who risked their lives during COVID-19, urging data on compensation schemes. Justice PS Narasimha said, “The first profession that protects human life is the doctor.”
SC asks Centre, agencies to act fast on pending gangster trials, suggests hiring retired judges. Outcome of joint meeting to be filed before Oct 18.
The Supreme Court stressed the urgent need for dedicated NIA courts to ensure speedy trials in heinous offences. The bench warned that hardened criminals misuse delays to force bail.
The Centre assured the Supreme Court that cadets discharged due to training disabilities will now get ECHS medical benefits without subscription fees. The court also called for better insurance and higher ex gratia payments.
