The Supreme Court of India has scheduled hearings for January 2024 to deliberate on the appropriateness of same-day sentencing in cases involving capital punishment or the death penalty. This decision, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, aims to address the lack of a consistent framework for separate hearings in death penalty cases. Also read- Supreme […]
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, has taken a pivotal step in addressing concerns over duplicate entries in electoral rolls. The Court issued a notice to the Election Commission of India (ECI) following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Samvidhan Bachao Trust, an NGO, highlighting the urgency of this […]
In a decisive judgment, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, has clarified the boundaries of gubernatorial authority, emphasizing that governors cannot undermine the validity of legislative sessions. This ruling emerged amid a contentious standoff between Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government regarding the delay in […]
On October 30, the Supreme Court expressed its unease over the enduring vacancies in Information Commissions throughout the country. The apex court directed the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) to produce a detailed chart, capturing the number of vacancies and juxtaposing them with the volume of appeals and complaints across all commissions. Moreover, the […]
In a significant development, the Manipur High Court has given the green light to four tribal organizations to appeal against its previous order, which had directed the state government to forward a recommendation for granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the Meitei community. This decision comes in the wake of sectarian violence that erupted following […]
The Supreme Court presided over by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, reprimanded BJP leader Ashwini Upadhyay and advised him to withdraw his Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning the maintenance and management of properties of Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and Buddhist religious institutions. The court’s admonition came after it was highlighted that the plea seemed more aimed at […]
In a pivotal decision on October 17, 2023, the Supreme Court of India unanimously decided against modifying the Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954, to encompass non-heterosexual unions. This move effectively denies legal recognition for queer marriages in India, sparking a wave of reactions and discussions. Senior Advocate Geeta Luthra, reflecting on the global trend of accepting […]
In a recent development, the Supreme Court voiced its concerns regarding the central government’s prolonged delay in addressing the collegium’s recommendations for the appointment and transfer of judges in constitutional courts. The apex court specifically pointed to the Manipur High Court, termed as ‘a sensitive high court’, where the chief justice position remains unfilled. The […]
The Supreme Court of India, under the bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra, has been actively monitoring the aftermath of the violence in Manipur. In a recent development, the Court directed the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to ensure that Aadhaar cards are issued to individuals displaced […]
Supreme Court Adjourns Umar Khalid’s Bail Plea in Delhi Riots Conspiracy Case The Supreme Court has once again adjourned the hearing of the bail plea of Umar Khalid, who has been incarcerated since September 2020. Khalid, a former scholar from Jawaharlal Nehru University, is facing charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for his alleged […]
