The Patna High Court issued a notice to Bihar regarding mismanagement and non-utilization of funds collected under the Health and Education cess since 2008. The court ordered a comprehensive affidavit on the collected and expended funds within four weeks. The PIL highlights underutilization, misallocation, and lack of transparency, seeking proper fund use and compliance with CAG recommendations.
Former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi and her daughters have been granted bail by the Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi regarding the land-for-jobs scandal. The case has captured national attention for its implications on political integrity and legal accountability. The ongoing legal proceedings reflect a complex intersection of power, accountability, and justice in India.
The Patna High Court upheld Bihar’s school fees regulation law, limiting fee increases to 7% for private and unaided schools. The law aims to prevent financial burden on students and families while ensuring autonomy and fair regulation. A Fee Regulation Committee will oversee transparent fee management. This decision aligns with the goal of equitable education accessibility.
Abhinav Mukerji’s appointment as the Additional Advocate General for Bihar in the Supreme Court is a reflection of his professional excellence and dedication to the legal profession. In a significant appointment within the Indian legal fraternity, Senior Advocate Abhinav Mukerji has been named the Additional Advocate General for Bihar in the Supreme Court of India. […]
The Supreme Court of India has given Tejashwi Yadav a week to retract his controversial comment about the Gujarati community, emphasizing the need for a clear and unambiguous statement. This intervention underscores the judiciary’s role in moderating political discourse and upholding communal harmony, setting a precedent for handling political speech impacting communities.
The Patna High Court’s judgment declares the Vishnupad Temple as a public religious trust, settling a longstanding dispute over its ownership by refuting the claims of the Gayawal Brahmins. This decision preserves the temple’s historical and cultural significance, ensuring accessibility for all devotees.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed charges in the Railway Land-for-Jobs scandal involving former Bihar CM Rabri Devi and MP daughter Misa Bharti, intensifying scrutiny on the family of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav. Allegations center around appointments and land transfers during Yadav’s tenure as Railway Minister, sparking a debate on integrity in Indian politics. Hearing set for January 16.
Issues Notices to Centre and 13 States In a significant move addressing concerns of caste-based discrimination in Indian prisons, the Supreme Court has issued notices to the Union Government and 13 State Governments following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by journalist Sukanya Shanta. The PIL, which is based on Shanta’s award-winning 2020 report titled […]
The Patna High Court, in a landmark decision, has ruled that holders of a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree are ineligible for the role of primary school teachers in Bihar. This verdict aligns with the Supreme Court’s directive that only those with a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) are qualified for such positions. Also read- […]