The Bombay High Court today criticized Maharashtra Police for mishandling the sexual abuse case of two 4-year-old girls at a Badlapur school. It highlighted delays in taking statements, registering the case, and lack of action against the school authorities. The Court emphasized the need for prompt action under the POCSO Act and counseling for the victims.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna presided over a Supreme Court case where a petitioner threatened suicide if his plea was rejected due to an IIT rejection. The judge advised the petitioner against such statements, suggested seeking legal aid and counseling, and ultimately rejected the ambiguous petition with excessive respondents, including the Prime Minister and judges.
The Supreme Court today directed the UP Government to secure a sponsor to cover the educational expenses for a Muslim child from Muzaffarnagar who was assaulted. The state must ensure the child remains in the same school until the completion of his schooling. This directive stems from a petition filed by Tushar Gandhi seeking justice for the mistreated student.
The Supreme Court today issued a notice to the Central government and the National Testing Agency regarding the transfer of NEET 2024 petitions from High Courts to the Supreme Court. Multiple irregularities have been alleged, leading to petitions for a retest. The Court has paused High Court proceedings on the matter and is assessing the need for a retest.
