The Jharkhand High Court fined Union Minister Arjun Munda Rs 1.25 lakh for not rectifying errors in a petition challenging an FIR. The petition related to an alleged altercation with the police during a march. Justice Rajesh Kumar allowed the defects to be overlooked upon payment of the fine to the Advocates’ Clerks Association of the Jharkhand High Court.
In a historic move, Parliament amended the list of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Odisha, including adding four Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups. The changes aim to provide special attention and support for the upliftment of these marginalized communities. The amendments received unanimous approval and reflect the government’s commitment to tribal welfare.