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.
Today, On 25th November, Supreme Court declared that custodial violence and deaths are a blot on the justice system, stressing that the country will no longer tolerate such brutality. The Bench warned that accountability is essential to protect citizens’ rights and restore public trust.
Today, On 7th November, in the Stray Dogs Row, Supreme Court Orders States and UTs to Act on Amicus Report, Remove Stray Cattle from Highways and Expressways, Set Up Patrol Teams, and File Compliance Reports Within Three Weeks to Curb Rising Dog Bite Fatalities Nationwide.
The Supreme Court’s Constitution Bench, led by CJI BR Gavai, wrapped up the All India Judges Association hearing, questioning if promotions based solely on seniority kill merit. Justice Surya Kant’s sharp remarks reignited the debate on fairness in judicial career growth.
The Supreme Court expressed its satisfaction with UPSC’s decision to publish the provisional answer key after the civil services preliminary exam, calling it a “very positive development.” UPSC’s move ensures transparency, benefiting aspirants awaiting clarity on their performance.
Today, On 14th October, Supreme Court questioned the Rajasthan government over missing CCTV cameras in police station interrogation rooms, stressing that the interrogation room is the main place where cameras should be installed. The Court criticized lapses in surveillance and monitoring systems.
A PIL in the Delhi High Court seeks to include transgender women under rape laws, challenging Section 63 BNS and Section 18 of the Transgender Rights Act. Senior Advocate N Hariharan has been appointed as Amicus Curiae to assist the Court.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court refused to close the 2017 Dera Sacha Sauda violence PIL, despite initial inclinations. Senior Advocate Anupam Gupta, Amicus Curiae, stressed state accountability and judicial responsibility.
The Supreme Court will hear a case on the statutory age of consent for adolescents on November 12. The bench emphasized that the matter should be discussed continuously rather than addressed in a piecemeal manner.
Today, On 8th September, Supreme Court has raised concern over Kerala High Court hearing anticipatory bail pleas directly, bypassing the sessions court. The bench observed, “This does not happen in any other High Court,” highlighting a worrying deviation from standard practice.
