Today, On 23rd October, the Supreme Court rejected Swamy Shraddananda’s appeal against his life imprisonment for murdering his wife, reaffirming the lower court’s decision. Shraddananda, 84, had challenged the ruling, asserting violations of his constitutional rights. The court emphasized that presidential pardon powers apply even with life sentences, leaving him to serve his term.
Today, On 26th September, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud will deliver the MK Nambyar Memorial Lecture at 5 PM, focusing on “Foresighted Mr. MK Nambyar – Constitutional Journeys Beyond Original Intent.” The event honors MK Nambyar’s contributions to constitutional law and includes introductory remarks from KK Venugopal and closing comments by Krishnan Venugopal.
Today, On 13th July, The Supreme Court questioned the retroactive application of Section 479 of the BNSS, allowing bail for first-time undertrials. This provision, addressing prison overcrowding, provides a more lenient option for release after serving one-third of the maximum sentence. The Court instructed the Central government to clarify this and emphasized the urgency of addressing prison conditions nationwide.
The Supreme Court of India held a full court session to honor Senior Advocates M C Bhandare and Vimlesh Kumar Shukla, who recently passed away. Both distinguished legal personalities made significant contributions to the field, with Bhandare serving as a Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament and Governor of Odisha, and Shukla excelling in constitutional law and commercial litigation. The legal community paid their respects, praising their legacy and commitment to justice. This event served as a tribute to their esteemed reputation and ongoing influence in the legal profession.
Justice Anil Verma of the Madhya Pradesh High Court emphasized the necessity of a Uniform Civil Code, noting the delayed realization of triple talaq’s unconstitutionality. He made this observation while partly allowing a petition involving charges under the IPC, the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights of Marriage) Act 2019, and the Dowry Prohibition Act 1961.
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Today(on 10th April), The Delhi High Court dismissed a plea to remove Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal due to his arrest in a money laundering case, emphasizing its aversion to political interference. This marks the third unsuccessful attempt, with the Court stressing the prerogative of the executive and the need to prioritize national interest over personal agendas.
On 4th April: Attorney General R. Venketaramani stressed the precedence of Union List’s Entry 52 over State List’s Entry 24 in regulating industrial alcohol for national welfare. The 9-judge bench continued hearing arguments on state regulation of industrial alcohol. Key points included state governments’ authority and the interpretation of “intoxicating liquor” under the Constitution’s provisions, with the next hearing set for April 9, 2024.