CJI-Designate Justice Surya Kant said, “Legal aid is where constitutional design meets reality and its availability must be made easier,” emphasising that true justice can be achieved only when legal assistance is accessible to every citizen equally.
A 40-year-old Delhi businessman, Puneet Khurana, was found dead at his home in a suspected suicide amid an ongoing divorce dispute. His family alleges harassment by his wife and her family, citing a 59-minute video recording left by Puneet detailing the ordeal. Police are investigating the case, and the body has been sent for post-mortem examination. The incident mirrors a recent similar case in Bengaluru.
Today, On 28th December, The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab government over the handling of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s health, who is on a fast unto death. The court remarked, “You’re creating a problem and then claiming helplessness,” after being informed that farmers were preventing his hospitalisation. The bench expressed concern over law and order and labelled the situation unprecedented. It also warned that obstructing medical aid could amount to a criminal offense.
A plea in the Delhi High Court addresses excessive burial fees charged to Christians, highlighting unfair cemetery management practices. The petition argues these inflated costs infringe on fundamental rights, burdening grieving families. The court instructed officials to investigate, scheduling a further hearing on November 29, 2024, due to trust issues with authorities.
Today, On 13th November, the Supreme Court criticized the practice of “bulldozer justice,” highlighting the negative impact on vulnerable families, particularly women and children. The Court established guidelines mandating due process before demolitions, stressing that homes symbolize significant socio-economic aspirations and cannot be eliminated based solely on accusations.