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Today, On 15th July, Vodafone Idea urgently seeks Supreme Court hearing for clarity on debt funding to pay its Rs. 21,533 crore AGR dues, contested by DoT at Rs. 58,254 crore. The company aims to resolve financial crisis by disputing revenue definitions and restructuring government dues. Telecom companies challenge SC’s order for 10-year AGR payments amid significant financial implications.
Today, On 12th July, The Chief Justice of India agreed to consider listing a PIL seeking an SIT probe into the Electoral Bond Scheme, acknowledging concerns about transparency and legality. The plea calls for investigating funding sources of companies that donated to political parties and recovering funds from “quid pro quo” arrangements. The Supreme Court has assured priority for an early hearing.
The Supreme Court is hearing petitions today (11th July) about alleged malpractices in the NEET-UG 2024 exam, following reports of a paper leak. The CJI emphasized that a retest would be a last resort and directed petitioners’ counsels to file a common submission not exceeding 10 pages. The next hearing is scheduled for July 18.
The Supreme Court questioned the government’s denial of Aadhaar cards to those excluded from the NRC, emphasizing accountability. An initiated writ petition contests this decision, seeking Aadhaar Cards for the affected individuals. The petition argues that withholding Aadhaar based on NRC exclusion lacks reasonable correlation and affects basic facilities for 27 lakh people.
The Supreme Court of India reaffirmed the abrogation of Article 370, dismissing all review petitions. The ruling validates the central government’s action and solidifies Jammu and Kashmir’s integration into the Indian Union. The decision has far-reaching implications and signifies a crucial development in India’s constitutional and political landscape.
Today, On 16th May, The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) withdrew its petition from the Supreme Court seeking office land in New Delhi, indicating a shift in strategy. The party aims to explore alternative solutions outside the judicial process. This decision follows the ongoing proceedings at the Delhi High Court and the rejection of their land allocation request.
The Supreme Court Today (May 17th) sought the Centre’s stand on a petition challenging the marital rape exception under the new criminal laws. A bench headed by CJI D Y Chandrachud issued notice on the petition by the All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) and said it would be listed for hearing in July along with other petitions seeking to criminalise marital rape.
More than 400 Short Service Commissioned Officers (SSCOs) are seeking post-retirement benefits, alleging discrimination and citing violations of their constitutional rights. They argue that they are denied benefits under various pension schemes and are left without financial support post-retirement. The case, acknowledged by the Supreme Court, could have significant implications for similar cases in various sectors.
The bench led by CJI Chandrachud Today (May 8th), emphasized that contracts awarded to private parties should not be cancelled without providing reasons. This statement came as the bench reserved its judgment on an appeal challenging a decision of the Calcutta High Court. The Apex court marked that private parties, having made investments after securing a contract, hold a reasonable expectation of receiving returns.