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    Don't Undermine the Sanctity of High Courts: Supreme Court Declines to Hear Pleas Against Assam CM, Tells Petitioners to Approach HC
    Don't Undermine the Sanctity of High Courts: Supreme Court Declines to Hear Pleas Against Assam CM, Tells Petitioners to Approach HC
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    Don’t Undermine the Sanctity of High Courts: Supreme Court Declines to Hear Pleas Against Assam CM, Tells Petitioners to Approach HC

    Today, On 16th February, The Supreme Court refused to entertain petitions seeking action against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over a viral ‘shooting’ video. It also asked the Gauhati High Court Chief Justice to prioritise the case for an early hearing.

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    During Elections, Fights End Up in the Supreme Court: CJI on Plea Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Miyan Voters’ Remark
    During Elections, Fights End Up in the Supreme Court: CJI on Plea Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Miyan Voters’ Remark
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    During Elections, Fights End Up in the Supreme Court: CJI on Plea Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Miyan Voters’ Remark

    Today, On 10th February, The Supreme Court said political disputes frequently reach its halls while examining a plea alleging hate speech by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. CJI Surya Kant remarked elections are often fought in Court while noting the issue.

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    Bihar Judge Death Mystery: Nawada District & Sessions Judge Shilpi Soni Raj Found Dead at Government Residence
    Bihar Judge Death Mystery: Nawada District & Sessions Judge Shilpi Soni Raj Found Dead at Government Residence
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    Bihar Judge Death Mystery: Nawada District & Sessions Court Shilpi Soni Raj Found Dead at Government Residence

    Nawada District and Sessions Judge Shilpi Soni Raj was found dead at her government residence in Bihar, as Principal District and Sessions Judge Shilpee Soniraj tragically passed away under mysterious circumstances, prompting an official investigation today.

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    Child Custody Case | “Win Your Child with Love, Not Court Cases”: Anantnag Judge’s Emotional Advice To Father
    Child Custody Case | “Win Your Child with Love, Not Court Cases”: Anantnag Judge’s Emotional Advice To Father
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    Child Custody Case | “Win Your Child with Love, Not Court Cases”: Anantnag Judge’s Emotional Advice To Father

    An Anantnag court refused a father’s plea for custody after his 10-year-old son refused to meet him, urging the man to win his child’s heart with love instead of legal fights. The judge stressed that forcing a child to meet a parent against his will would harm the child’s welfare.

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    "Does Section 479 BNSS Apply Retroactively to First-Time Offenders?": Supreme Court Seeks Union's Response
    "Does Section 479 BNSS Apply Retroactively to First-Time Offenders?": Supreme Court Seeks Union's Response
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    “Does Section 479 BNSS Apply Retroactively to First-Time Offenders?”: Supreme Court Seeks Union’s Response

    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.

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    “Let’s Hope that Certain Momentum is Maintained": SC Asks Maharashtra Govt to Hold Meeting with CJ on Redevelopment of Bombay HC Annexe Building
    “Let’s Hope that Certain Momentum is Maintained": SC Asks Maharashtra Govt to Hold Meeting with CJ on Redevelopment of Bombay HC Annexe Building
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    “Supreme Court Vacation Benches Disposed of 1,160 Out of 4,000 Listed Cases”: CJI DY Chandrachud

    Today(on 5th August), Chief Justice DY Chandrachud announced that 21 Supreme Court benches operated during the summer break from May 20 to July 7. These benches addressed 4,000 listed matters, with 1,160 cases being resolved. The figures highlight the court’s productivity during the vacation period.

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