The Supreme Court refused to entertain a PIL seeking a creamy layer principle for income-tax exemption granted to Scheduled Tribes in the North Eastern Region. CJI Surya Kant-led Bench said the issue concerns legislation and allowed petitioner Ashwini Upadhyay to approach the parliamentary committee.
A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking directions to allow victims of false criminal cases to file complaints against those making fabricated allegations. The petition urges the Court to interpret BNSS provisions so innocent people can legally act against false information, charges, and evidence.
During a heated SC hearing on Bihar’s voter roll revision, Justice Surya Kant remarked, “Our own social media websites are sufficient,” while addressing concerns of criticism from foreign media. The case highlights worries over arbitrary voter deletions and rising misinformation against the judiciary.
A Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Supreme Court for the deportation of illegal immigrants, notably Rohingyas. Advocate Ashwini Upadhyay expressed concern about the urgency of the case, which Justice Surya Kant suggested should be referred to a special bench due to its sensitive nature affecting national security and human rights.