Today, On 13th June, Delhi High Court demands report on inadequate facilities at DU Law Faculty following a petition by three students. The Court appointed an amicus curiae and directed a meeting between stakeholders to address issues such as air conditioning, drinking water, and WiFi. The next hearing is set for July 4, with advocates representing both the petitioners and Delhi University.
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The Kerala High Court has directed the formation of an expert committee to address Periyar River pollution, noting the adverse impact of industrial effluents. Despite previous directives, government authorities and existing committees have failed to effectively tackle the pollution issue. The court has mandated the formation of a new committee and scheduled further hearings for July 3.
The Allahabad High Court reserved its verdict on the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah mosque dispute, challenging the legality of the suits filed. The lawsuits seek the removal of the mosque, claiming it stands on the site of a demolished temple. The Muslim side argues that the suits are time-barred and should be dismissed. Senior advocate Manish Goyal has been appointed as amicus curiae in the matter, and the court is yet to address several issues.
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In India, jailed politicians can run for office but lose their right to vote. Amritpal Singh, a jailed Khalistani separatist, is contesting the Khadoor Sahib parliamentary constituency election. The Representation of the People Act disqualifies convicts, not undertrials, from elections. Several politicians, including Rahul Gandhi, have run for office while incarcerated. The Supreme Court is considering expediting trials of criminal cases against lawmakers. Over 4,900 cases are pending against Members of Parliament and Members of Legislative Assembly/Council, with nearly 1,900 of these cases being over five years old.
The Supreme Court of India is set to address the rights of Muslim women in matters of succession amid efforts to introduce a Uniform Civil Code and the invalidation of triple talaq. The court will examine whether Muslim women can claim equality in succession and implications of bequeathing estates, with the hearing set for July 25.
The Delhi High Court Today (March 13th) appointed Senior Advocate Gaurav Pachnanda as amicus curiae to help resolve a complex jurisdictional question under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. The 5-judge Bench, led by Acting Chief Justice Manmohan, is addressing the issue of filing cancellation petitions and has enlisted Pachnanda’s expertise. The case is scheduled for further examination in May 2024.
The Supreme Court’s decision is an important move to solve the problem of overcrowding in Indian jails. It highlights the need for a long-term plan to manage prisons better and protect the rights of inmates. The Supreme Court of India has made a significant decision about the serious problem of too many people in Indian […]