Today, On 17th November, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the bar on civilian prayers inside a Chennai military mosque, stressing that security concerns must take priority. The Court said “security cannot be compromised” while upholding the restriction within the cantonment area.
The Delhi High Court supported reducing the mandatory 70% attendance requirement for law courses, urging the Bar Council of India to reconsider this baseline. The judges highlighted the need for a flexible approach, acknowledging students’ commitments, and raising concerns about attendance tracking methods. Improvements in students’ mental health and grievance mechanisms were also emphasized.
Justice J.K. Maheshwari, born on June 29, 1961, has served on the Supreme Court since August 31, 2021. He authored 41 judgments, including significant cases related to the Bhopal Gas Tragedy and divorce rights. Previously, he was Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh and Sikkim High Courts, noted for diligent service and innovation.
Today, On 19th November, Amit Shah announced a 70% decrease in violence over the past decade in Kashmir, the North-East, and Naxalite regions, attributing this to government efforts. He emphasized modernization of the criminal justice system, the successful implementation of new laws, and significant improvements in internal security, despite emerging challenges.
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The Bombay High Court directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to respond to Shiv Sena member Suraj Chavan’s plea challenging his arrest related to a khichdi supply scam. Ordered to appear on November 14, Chavan argues his arrest violated his rights and lacked proper legal justification, claiming speculative accusations without credible evidence.
An FIR filed against Kerala lawyer TK Ajan for indecent behavior during a virtual court appearance. He allegedly exposed himself and made obscene gestures, leading to the termination of the video conference session by the court. The charges include offenses under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Kerala Police Act. This incident highlights challenges posed by virtual court hearings in maintaining courtroom decorum.
The Supreme Court is currently grappling with a massive backlog of 82,989 pending cases, despite resolving 37,259 cases. The backlog is attributed to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted court proceedings. Chief Justice Chandrachud introduced measures to streamline operations, and a Special Lok Adalat successfully resolved 1,100 cases out of 2,200. The court also issued directives to expedite case resolution and emphasized the need for swift trials to uphold public trust in the legal system.