The Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognizance of the termination of six female judges by the Madhya Pradesh government, based on unsatisfactory performance during their probation period. The affected judges argue that the termination violated their fundamental rights and point to inconsistencies in their evaluation. This case highlights gender-related challenges in the judiciary.
The Allahabad High Court has decided to consolidate fifteen of the eighteen suits related to the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah Masjid dispute to save time, reduce expenses, and avoid conflicting judgments. This move aims to bring coherence and efficiency to the legal process surrounding this historically and religiously significant case.
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to consider the constitutionality of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023, following a petition by Congress leader Jaya Thakur. The law has sparked controversy due to changes in the appointment process. The case is scheduled for a hearing in April 2024.
The Calcutta High Court temporarily suspended legal proceedings regarding an FIR against Enforcement Directorate (ED) officers, following a violent raid at a Trinamool Congress leader’s house. The court also dismissed a petition seeking investigation by NIA or CBI into the incident. BJP staged a protest, while the Trinamool leader remains elusive.
The Delhi High Court, led by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, denied bail to a man involved in a dowry death case, stressing the necessity of public education on genetic science and the determination of a child’s gender. The ruling highlights societal misconceptions and advocates for empowering women while addressing deep-seated societal issues related to gender-based discrimination.
Atif Raja, the brother-in-law of notorious figure Bahubali Mukhtar Ansari, has been granted conditional bail by the Allahabad High Court in a case under the Gangsters Act. The court ruled in his favor based on the assurance that he would not engage in criminal activities or interfere with the trial process while on bail.
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, emphasized that minority educational institutions can include others in administration without losing their minority status, as protected by Article 30(1) of the Indian Constitution. This inclusive interpretation reinforces the autonomy and rights of minority institutions, with ongoing proceedings to determine the future framework of minority rights in education. Arguments to continue on 23rd JAN, 2024.
The Calcutta High Court has granted permission for a PIL concerning the recent attack on ED officials in Sandeshkhali, allegedly involving supporters of TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan. The PIL calls for an NIA probe and action against state police for failing to provide security. The incident highlights the need for cooperation between state and central agencies.
Kapil Sibal to Represent BJP’s Subramanian Swamy in Defamation Case Against Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga In a surprising development at the Delhi High Court, it was announced that Senior Advocate and former Congress leader, Kapil Sibal, will be representing Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy. The case in question is a defamation suit filed […]
The Supreme Court is set to hear a petition by Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan on Wednesday. Khan is challenging a trial court order from Uttar Pradesh that directed him to provide a voice sample in connection with a hate speech case. This move comes after Khan approached the apex court, contesting the decision made […]