The Supreme Court questioned the Centre over the 17-year delay in executing Balwant Singh Rajoana, convicted for assassinating Punjab CM Beant Singh in 1995. The Court asked, “Who is to blame for that?” while hearing his plea to commute the death sentence.
The Delhi High Court has addressed delays in Juvenile Justice Boards, issuing notices to the Centre and Delhi Government over a PIL that claims these delays infringe children’s rights to a fair trial. The petitioner, iProbono, highlights a “shockingly poor” implementation of legal timelines, urging systemic reforms for timely justice.
The Supreme Court of India has called on the Central and State Governments to establish dedicated courts for swift handling of cases under special laws like the UAPA. The court emphasized the need for proper infrastructure to ensure timely trials, addressing delays faced by undertrials and aiming to improve justice in national security matters.
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Khushboo Saifi’s appeal to the Supreme Court focuses on the constitutional validity of the marital rape exception under Section 375 of the IPC. The Supreme Court will hear the case after the Centre submits its response. The Delhi High Court issued conflicting opinions on the exception, emphasizing the need for legal clarity on women’s rights in marriage.
Today(on 26th July),the Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and the governors of West Bengal and Kerala regarding their denial of assent to state bills and their referral to the President. The requests come amidst disputes over legislative approval processes, reflecting ongoing tensions between state governments and their appointed governors.
Today(on 20th June),The Supreme Court has halted ongoing NEET-UG 2024 examination malpractice cases in various High Courts and demanded responses from the government and NTA by July 8. The court dismissed the demand for a court-appointed committee but issued a notice to transfer all cases to the apex court. The matter will be heard next on July 8.