The Supreme Court of India has intervened in the Chandigarh Mayor elections, ordering the production of ballot papers and vote-counting video amid allegations of fraud and forgery by the Returning Officer. A new officer, unaffiliated with any political party, must be appointed. The Court has emphasized its commitment to upholding democratic values and ensuring fair electoral processes.
The division bench at Punjab and Haryana High Court, consisting of Justices Sureshwar Thakur and Sudeepti Sharma, was compelled to issue the notice following the Presiding Officer’s claim that CCTV footage for a specific day’s proceedings was unavailable due to the absence of cameras in the tribunal The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued […]
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, denounced the alleged tampering of ballot papers during the Chandigarh Mayor elections as a “murder of democracy.” The Court issued a notice, ordered the preservation of evidence, and halted further municipal activities, demonstrating its commitment to upholding democratic values and fair electoral processes.
The President of the NCLT has decided to relocate all cases from Court-2 in Chandigarh following a viral video showing a dispute between judicial and technical members. This decision, announced on February 3, aims to address operational challenges and internal dynamics. It highlights the need for efficient case management and underscores broader issues within the NCLT.
A heated exchange at the NCLT Chandigarh Bench between judicial and technical members highlights the integration challenges and operational issues faced by the tribunal. Lawyers anonymously express recurring disagreements, reflecting the complexities of blending diverse professional cultures in the judiciary. The tribunal’s logistical limitations further strain its capacity and emphasize the need for infrastructure upgrades to enhance efficiency.
The Punjab & Haryana High Court Bar Association has recently addressed a letter to the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Chandigarh, highlighting concerns about the treatment of advocates by traffic police. The letter requests that the police officials be directed not to unduly harass advocates practicing in the High Court of Punjab and Haryana […]