A Delhi court slammed the Investigating Officer for filing a false report to mislead the court and ordered departmental action against the Delhi Police, including the ACP and SHO, citing gross negligence and supervisory lapses in handling the probe.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the demolition of illegal structures on over 4 bighas of public land in Okhla, Delhi. Authorities are mandated to act quickly and submit a compliance report. The Court highlighted the importance of protecting public land from encroachments to ensure it is used for the public’s benefit.
NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police has registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, along with other party leaders, for allegedly breaking rules under the Public Property Act. The case is currently being heard in Rouse Avenue Court, and the next hearing is set for April 18. The FIR was filed after a directive from a Delhi court, which instructed the police to take legal action based on a complaint made by Shiv Kumar Saxena.
The Supreme Court of India ordered that 30% of positions in district bar associations across Karnataka be reserved for women lawyers, following previous directives for the Advocates Association Bengaluru. The Karnataka High Court also supported this initiative, emphasizing the importance of women’s representation in legal institutions and amending bylaws for permanent changes.
Today, On 18th March, In the ongoing Saxena vs. Kejriwal case, the police have not yet filed the compliance report and have now sought certified copies of the complaint and FIR plea. Authorities require these documents to proceed with the investigation and legal process. The delay has raised concerns over the progress of the case. Further action will depend on the court’s decision regarding the pending requests.
NEW DELHI: The Noida District Court has expressed a serious concern about the state of the ladies’ washroom at the District and Sessions Court in Surajpur, Noida. A pool of blood, sanitary napkins soaked in blood, overflowing dustbins, no hand wash soaps, and incessantly spilling water from taps were some of the issues reported.
Today, On 27th December, The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Punjab government regarding a contempt plea over the non-compliance of an order to provide medical aid to Jagjit Singh Dallewal. The Court emphasized that “somebody’s life is at stake” and medical assistance must be provided urgently. The Punjab government has been accused of not following the court’s instructions.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court mandated a Sub-Divisional Magistrate in Punjab to vacate his office for judicial usage, highlighting inadequate judicial infrastructure. The ground floor, housing three courts, was in disrepair compared to the renovated first floor. The court ordered immediate repairs and compliance reports before the next hearing on January 7.
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The Calcutta High Court allowed a doctors’ organization to protest from December 20 to 26 for justice regarding the alleged rape and murder of a medic. The court mandated the protest occur 50 feet from Dorina Crossing to mitigate traffic issues, limiting the number of participants and setting size restrictions on the demonstration stage.