The Gauhati High Court banned buffalo and bulbul fights following a petition filed by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PEΤΑ). An order was passed by the High Court on Tuesday (Dec 17), quashing the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued by the Assam government on December 27, 2023, which allowed buffalo and bulbul bird fights during a certain period of the year (in January).
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Union Minister Annapurna Devi launched the “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign” on November 27 to eliminate child marriages in India. The initiative focuses on empowering girls, enforcing legal reforms to set 18 as the minimum marriage age, and targeting high-burden states. The aim is to cut child marriage prevalence below 5% by 2029.
The Supreme Court Today (Nov 4) directed the Assam government to ensure that detention camps in the State have proper facilities within a month. Bench directed the State authorities to visit such camps and hold a meeting with all concerned authorities. “The condition of detention camps are way beyond from being satisfactory. Even basic health amenities are lacking as per the report of the legal services authority,” the Court noted.
The Supreme Court questioned Assam’s police over concerns of targeting a specific community through encounter killings. The Court emphasized the need for faster investigations into alleged fake encounters, with Justice Bhuyan noting that magisterial inquiries should take only 10 to 15 days. The case was adjourned to November 26.
Yesterday, On 22nd October, the Supreme Court summoned Assam’s Chief Secretary regarding unpaid dues to tea estate workers and issued a notice to the Union Ministry of Commerce. The Court criticized Assam for not addressing workers’ grievances, emphasizing the need for prompt payment of dues. A total of Rs. 645 crore remains outstanding.
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Today, On 17th October, the Supreme Court upheld Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, confirming its constitutionality concerning citizenship for migrants in Assam who arrived before 1971. This significant ruling, derived from the Assam Accord, has three separate opinions, reflecting ongoing debates on citizenship and regional issues in India.
Today, On 17th October, the Supreme Court will announce its ruling on the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, related to citizenship for immigrants in Assam from 1966 to 1971. The decision could significantly impact the interpretation of citizenship within India and shape regional and national interests.
The Central Government informed the Jharkhand High Court of the presence of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in the state, entered via Sahebgunj and Pakur districts. The affidavit also addressed tribal land transfers to Muslims and the decline in the tribal population due to conversions and outward migration. The court directed the government to verify credentials rigorously.
Today, On 10th September, The Supreme Court directed States and Union Territories to promptly inform convicts of remission decisions and their right to appeal. It urged the National Legal Services Authority to provide prompt legal assistance for challenging rejection orders. The Court emphasized efficient case disposal, granting bail, and relaxing bail conditions for undertrial prisoners.
Yesterday, On 22nd August, The Assam government introduced a Bill to repeal the Muslim marriage and divorce law due to concerns of underage and forced marriages. The proposed Bill aims to abolish the 1935 Act, citing its facilitation of child marriages and lack of registration mandate. The government seeks to align laws with contemporary standards to prevent such marriages.