The Supreme Court has dismissed an advocate’s petition seeking directions to the Madras High Court registry to list 21 pending cases he had filed for clients. The bench declined to interfere with the High Court’s order refusing such relief.
The Bombay High Court directed the Centre and Maharashtra government to keep investigation reports on threats and an alleged attack against retired Justice Gautam Patel confidential. The Court ordered sealed preservation of reports, noting the matter relates to threats allegedly linked to a judicial verdict.
The Supreme Court allowed SpiceJet and its Managing Director Ajay Singh to again move the Delhi High Court in their arbitration dispute with Kalanithi Maran and KAL Airways, linked to a ₹144-crore deposit. The airline referred to a new government emergency credit scheme introduced for the aviation sector amid the West Asia oil crisis.
The Delhi High Court highlighted the need to discard outdated criminal laws in favor of newly enacted legislation, reinforcing Parliament’s intent. The court condemned reliance on old laws in new petitions, urging adherence to the updated legal framework established on July 1, 2024, to enhance justice effectiveness and align with modern societal needs.
The Supreme Court of India has announced the 2024 summer vacation bench schedule, from May 20 to July 7, with 20 benches nominated by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud. These benches are vital for maintaining judicial continuity during the break. Judges utilize this time for essential tasks, dispelling the misconception of a leisurely vacation for the judiciary.
