The Supreme Court ruled that bail cannot be denied to juveniles in criminal cases unless specific risks are evident, emphasizing that granting bail should be the norm. The decision overturned previous denials and highlighted the need for thorough assessments before denying bail to young offenders, reinforcing the Juvenile Justice Act’s focus on their welfare and rehabilitation.
The Supreme Court today reprimanded the Uttar Pradesh Government for delaying remission applications for convicts, criticizing the infringement of fundamental rights and warning of potential contempt proceedings. The Principal Secretary was directed to explain the delays and submit an affidavit, with the case set for another hearing on August 20.
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The Supreme Court has stayed the proceedings related to an FIR filed by the Uttar Pradesh STF concerning the Rs 2,000 crore Chhattisgarh liquor scam. The stay was issued while hearing a petition filed by Vidhu Gupta, a Noida-based hologram manufacturer arrested by the UP STF. The FIR alleges manipulation in the tender process for hologram supply to the Chhattisgarh excise department. The ED claims that duplicate holograms were manufactured, leading to a liquor syndicate deceiving consumers. The allegations involve high-level officials and political figures generating illegal funds through liquor sales. The ED was directed to provide reports underpinning their complaint, and the court refrained from entertaining a challenge to the ED’s powers. The Chhattisgarh government accused the ED of overreaching in its investigation efforts.
The Supreme Court today questioned the Delhi High Court’s involvement in deciding the main bar body for the Rouse Avenue District Court. The High Court’s recognition of the Central Delhi Court Bar Association was disputed by other bar associations. The Supreme Court issued notice on the appeal and scheduled further consideration after four weeks.
Today, On 12th July, The Supreme Court discussed the sequence of trials for predicate offenses and money laundering charges, questioning whether it is in the Enforcement Directorate’s interest to resolve the former first. The case involves Santiago Martin, accused in a lottery scam, seeking to postpone his Prevention of Money Laundering Act trial until after the conclusion of a related CBI case.
The Supreme Court today criticized the trend of High Courts granting conditional bail, delaying its effectiveness by 6 months to a year, in the case of a murder accused. The bench found this practice problematic and granted interim bail to the accused, requesting the Bihar government to respond by September 2. This decision came in an appeal against a Patna High Court order.
Today, On 11th July, The Supreme Court scrutinized the enforcement directorate’s opposition to the reinstatement of bail for an accused in a money laundering case, expressing concern for the individual’s right to liberty. The court also allowed further submissions from the enforcement directorate, showing commitment to upholding constitutional rights and fairness in the justice system.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta today requested adjournment for the bail plea hearing of former TN minister Senthil Balaji. The Supreme Court agreed, rescheduling the matter for July 12. Balaji was arrested by the ED in a money laundering case. The case has faced multiple rejections in lower courts, with the Madras High Court denying his bail petition in February.
Today(on 9th July),The Supreme Court reprimanded advocate Ashok Pandey for not depositing a Rs 50,000 fine for filing a “meritless” plea and directed him to pay within two weeks. Justices Abhay S. Oka and Augustine George Masih rejected Pandey’s request for more time, despite his claim of filing petitions in support of former CJI Dipak Misra in 2018 during allegations against Misra.
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Today, On 14th June, In the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, the Supreme Court questioned the NIA about an activist’s plea for interim bail to attend rituals following his grandmother’s death. The activist faces charges related to alleged Maoist links and seeks temporary relief due to health and humanitarian concerns. The court’s action reflects the broader debate on civil rights and national security.