The Supreme Court directed the newly constituted selection committee for the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission to immediately commence appointments for vacant chairperson and member posts, ordering identification of suitable candidates and completion of the recruitment process within two months to ensure proper functioning of the regulatory authority.
The Delhi High Court refused to issue directions on a plea seeking appointment of minorities other than Muslims and Sikhs as NCM head, allowing the petitioner to approach the Central government instead. The Court said the law only requires members to belong to minority communities, not any particular one.
Today, On 21st December, Former Supreme Court judge Justice Madan Lokur has been named the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council. This council helps improve the UN’s internal justice system by ensuring fairness and transparency in handling disputes. Justice Lokur’s rich experience in the Indian judiciary makes him an excellent choice for this role. His appointment shows India’s growing role in international law and governance.
