The Jammu and Kashmir High Court issued stay the deportation of a Kashmiri man who lost his passport in Pakistan in 1986. He had traveled there to visit his sister and brother-in-law, who had migrated in 1965. During his stay, he reportedly lost his passport, leaving him stranded. The court’s decision provides temporary relief as his case is reviewed.
NEW DELHI: The state governments of Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Rajasthan have established Transgender Welfare Boards. This action follows a directive from the Supreme Court of India, announced on January 21, 2025. The court was informed of the progress during a hearing related to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the Kinner Maa Eksamajik Sanstha Trust.
Hyderabad court has relaxed bail conditions for actor Allu Arjun in the Pushpa 2 stampede case, allowing him to travel abroad and exempting him from weekly police appearances. The case arose from a stampede at Sandhya Theatre, resulting in a woman’s death and injuries to her children, prompting legal action against Arjun and others.
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.
Today, On 24th December, A Delhi court declined its decision on the regular bail plea of Jammu and Kashmir MP Rashid Engineer. After hearing the arguments, the court chose to delay the ruling. Rashid Engineer had applied for regular bail in relation to alleged offenses. The court will continue to examine the case before issuing a final order.
A court-ordered survey was conducted in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, to investigate claims that a mosque was built on the site of an ancient Hindu temple demolished by Mughal emperor Babar in 1529. The Supreme Court lawyer, Vishnu Shankar Jain, named multiple parties in the case, while local MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq opposed the claims.
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Today, On 23rd October, the Allahabad High Court dismissed the Muslim side’s request for separate hearings in the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi and Shahi Idgah dispute, allowing all cases to be heard together. The decision streamlines the legal process, with key issues to be addressed in the next hearing on November 8.
Labour unrest at Samsung’s Chennai plant escalates as workers strike since September 9. Officials fear this could spread to other electronics units if unresolved. Samsung seeks a court injunction against protests, while the workers’ union considers legal action for registration. Court encourages reconciliation, and solidarity protests support the workers.
The UPSC has informed today the Delhi High Court that it will issue a formal order cancelling Puja Khedkar’s candidature within two days. Khedkar had challenged the cancellation, stating she only had a press release and could not approach the tribunal. The court granted her the liberty to challenge the cancellation before the appropriate forum.
A Special Court in Bengaluru on thursday (11th July) granted interim anticipatory bail to BJP MLA Y Bharath Shetty for alleged hate speech against Rahul Gandhi. The judge directed Kavoor police to release Shetty on bail upon posting a Rs 1 lakh personal bond with one surety. The court adjourned the matter to July 16 for the prosecution to file objections.