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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.
The Delhi High Court today criticized X Corp for not complying with the order to remove Congress leaders’ posts alleging journalist Rajat Sharma used foul language. The court emphasized the need for neutrality and due process. X Corp’s resistance was questioned, and the court accepted an ad interim request, while the interim relief application will be heard on July 11.
The Delhi High Court found Uday Pal Singh guilty of criminal contempt for making defamatory accusations against judges in a social media video. Singh accused the judges of favoring the Delhi Development Authority and engaging in illegal activities. Despite Singh’s apology, the Court did not accept his explanation and has scheduled a further hearing.
Today (6th May): The Supreme Court bench, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Chandrachud, has halted land clearance for the proposed Silchar Greenfield Airport. The Court found that authorities violated the 2006 EIA notification by conducting extensive clearance without proper environmental clearance. The NGT was criticized for dismissing the plea without verification, and the Court directed no further action until an EIA report is available.
Today (4th April): The Calcutta High Court has accepted Tata Steel’s writ petition challenging the denial of a loan waiver from the Steel Development Fund (SDF), where the loan amount totaled Rs 2,751.17 crore. This follows the Union Ministry of Steel rejecting their appeal, sparking the recent filing and first hearing for this case.