The Supreme Court of India said the proposed Aravalli expert committee must consult environmental specialists and stakeholders while remaining compact, with CJI Surya Kant observing that a 5–7 member panel would ensure effective functioning and ecological protection of the mountain range.
The Bombay High Court has extended the deadline for Maharashtra to form a committee protecting minors’ identities in abortion cases to four weeks. The committee aims to implement a 2022 Supreme Court ruling that allows minors to access medical termination of pregnancy services without disclosing their identities, aligning the MTP Act with the POCSO Act.
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Union ministries and private ticketing entities, seeking responses on illegal ticket-selling practices. The petition calls for regulatory measures to oversee resale platforms and prevent black-marketing of concert tickets, particularly in relation to high-demand events, stressing the need for fair access to tickets.
Today (22nd April): The Supreme Court affirmed the Constitutional duty to provide Child Care Leave (CCL) to mothers of children with disabilities for equal opportunities in the workforce. Denying CCL violates constitutional rights. The court directed the Himachal Pradesh Government to review its CCL policy and form a committee for implementation by July 31, 2024.