Karnataka High Court slams sealed cover submission in RCB stampede case. Amicus says, “Our justice delivery system doesn’t approve of such things. It should be transparent.” Bengaluru: Today, on July 01, the Karnataka High Court resumed the hearing of the suo motu case taken up in connection with the tragic stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium on […]
Mumbai: The Bombay High Court heard arguments regarding the custodial death of Akshay Shinde, an accused in a sexual assault case. Senior Advocate Manjula Rao, appointed as Amicus Curiae, emphasized that the police should have immediately registered a First Information Report (FIR) after Shinde’s death.
NEW DELHI: On Friday, the Supreme Court of India decided not to interfere in an ongoing case regarding illegal tree felling in Delhi. Instead, it has left the decision to the Delhi High Court on whether it wants to continue hearing the matter, even though a similar issue is under consideration by the apex court.
NEW DELHI: Today,(28th Jan): The Union government has decided not to act on the Supreme Court’s suggestion to create a separate law on bail. The government believes that the recent changes in criminal laws, especially the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, which came into effect in July 2024, already address the concerns about pre-trial detention and related issues.
The Supreme Court of India appointed senior advocate Jaideep Gupta as amicus curiae in a case aimed at increasing transparency in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. A petition by 17 aspirants seeks the disclosure of answer keys, cut-off marks, and scores, arguing that this would enable fair evaluations and better preparation for future attempts.
The Kerala High Court on Friday (10th Jan) has noted the Central government’s approval to release Rs 120 crores in arrears for Wayanad’s disaster relief, amidst ongoing disputes over financial assistance. The funds, aimed at aiding rehabilitation from landslides, may be used prior to further financial evaluations and are in line with the Disaster Management Act.
The Supreme Court on Friday (20th Dec) addressed a plea alleging illegal construction near Uttarakhand’s Rajaji National Park, questioning its legitimacy. If violations are found, demolition may occur; otherwise, a penalty may be imposed. The court noted concerns about road construction breaching wildlife protection laws, emphasizing the need for compliance and accountability in environmental matters.
The Supreme Court of India on Thursday (19th Dec) expressed serious concerns over Delhi’s solid waste crisis, urging the Delhi government and the Municipal Corporation to submit a detailed affidavit outlining waste management compliance and fire prevention measures at illegal dumping sites. The Court highlighted the urgent need for corrective actions due to rising untreated waste levels.