Today, On 13th September, At the inauguration of the Permanent Court of Arbitration’s India office, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized the need for specialized judges due to the increasing arbitration-related litigation. The Supreme Court of India and the PCA celebrated their anniversaries together, highlighting the convergence of two prestigious legal institutions. Various legal dignitaries delivered insightful speeches on their institutions’ historical evolution and future directions.
Former SCBA President Adish Aggarwala has urged the CJI to take action on a letter from West Bengal judicial officers. The letter details an attempt to interfere with judicial processes, raising concerns about security and independence. Aggarwala stresses the importance of immediate intervention to protect judicial officers and uphold the judiciary’s integrity.
Today, On 6th September, The Supreme Court issued notices to Jharkhand’s Chief Secretary and Acting DGP Anurag Gupta in response to a contempt of court petition challenging Gupta’s appointment. The petitioners argue that his appointment violates established legal guidelines, including previous Supreme Court rulings, and seek its quashing. The respondents must submit their replies within two weeks.
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Today, On 22nd August, The Supreme Court urged TMC and BJP leaders not to politicize the RG Kar Medical College case, emphasizing focus on justice. It ordered no coercive action against protesting doctors. Concerns were raised about delays in securing the crime scene. The Court emphasized the importance of doctors returning to work and assured no adverse actions against them.
Today, On 25th July, A Supreme Court Bench, led by Justice BR Gavai, criticized another Bench for hearing the DDA tree felling case, emphasizing the importance of judicial propriety. The matter has been referred to the Chief Justice of India to ensure proper listing before a single Bench, aiming to prevent conflicting orders and maintain clarity in proceedings.
Today, On 16th May, the Supreme Court questioned the Election Commission of India about the delay in publishing total votes polled within 48 hours of polling. The court urged transparency and timely dissemination of election data. The ECI’s response is awaited. This development showcases the judiciary’s role in ensuring electoral transparency. The ECI has been directed to respond to the petition seeking disclosure of final authenticated voter turnout data within 48 hours of polling. This request is in light of concerns over the substantial increase in final voter turnout data compared to initial estimates, raising questions about the correctness of the data. The Supreme Court has given the ECI a week to file its reply, with the case set for consideration on May 24.
Today, On 16th May, Kapil Sibal won the SCBA President elections with 1,066 votes, indicating widespread support from the legal community. His presidency is expected to bring significant changes. This marks his fourth term as president, with notable candidates vying for the position. Sibal’s legal career and recent political endeavours reflect his commitment to judicial and electoral reforms in India.
The Supreme Court emphasized the need for a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to streamline the organization of paper books for Special Leave Petition (SLP) cases. This aims to reduce errors, speed up case reviews, and improve overall judicial effectiveness. Once implemented, this SOP will standardize the documentation process, benefiting all stakeholders and enhancing the judiciary’s efficiency.
Calcutta High Court Revisits FIRs Against BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari Following Supreme Court’s Directive In a significant turn of events, the Calcutta High Court has taken up a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning the registration of FIRs and the initiation of criminal proceedings against BJP’s Leader of Opposition in West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari. This move comes […]
