The Supreme Court of India is reviewing whether a stepmother can receive family pension from the Indian Air Force, having raised her stepson since childhood. The term “mother” is deemed broad, prompting a reassessment of current regulations. The case, initiated by Jayashree after her stepson’s death, questions existing legal precedents and could impact pension eligibility for stepmothers.
The Supreme Court today stayed a Madras High Court judgment that reinstated corruption cases against Tamil Nadu Ministers KKSSR Ramachandran and Thangam Thenarasu. The Court issued a notice to the State and other respondents, instructing them to submit their replies within four weeks. The High Court’s single-judge initiated criminal revision proceedings following allegations of disproportionate assets.
Vidushpat Singhania, representing the Indian Olympic Association, stated that the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) provided only a brief rejection of Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for her disqualification. The decision can be appealed to the Swiss Federal Tribunal within 30 days. Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 for exceeding the weight limit by 100 grams. Despite efforts to reduce her weight, she was unable to meet the criteria, leading to her disqualification and subsequent retirement from wrestling. Sarah Ann Hildebrandt won the gold medal in the women’s 50kg freestyle event.
