Supreme Court criticised Tamil Nadu’s rigid language policy stance, urging cooperation with the Centre instead of escalating tensions publicly. The Bench asked the State to assess required land for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in every district.
Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the 25th Central Zonal Council meeting in Varanasi, focusing on women’s safety, rural banking, and healthcare. Key discussions include improving investigations of sexual offences, enhancing financial services in rural areas, and addressing regional issues. The meeting emphasizes cooperative federalism for national development.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin honored Supreme Court lawyers for their role in a significant case regarding the Governor’s approval of state Bills. He praised their efforts, emphasizing the verdict as a victory for democracy and cooperative federalism. Stalin announced plans for a panel to study Centre-State relations following the judgment’s impact.
The Delhi Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat accused the Delhi government of misleading courts and creating a false media narrative, aiming to influence the justice system. In response, the AAP government criticized the LG for not addressing officer non-compliance and encroaching on their jurisdiction. The Union Home Secretary was briefed on these tensions.