Today, 26th April, The Supreme Court instructed the Gujarat High Court Registry to provide a response regarding the promotion of judicial officers to Additional District Judges. This directive follows a legal petition seeking clarity and transparency in the promotion process. The case highlights the importance of procedural fairness and adherence to legal guidelines in judicial appointments. The Supreme Court’s involvement highlights its role in upholding the integrity of the judiciary.
The Jharkhand High Court intervened in the defamation case against Rahul Gandhi, staying the arrest warrant issued after his remarks about Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The warrant, issued for Gandhi’s failure to appear in court, was suspended for a month by the High Court, instructing him to engage in court proceedings. The case continues.
The 22nd Law Commission of India’s 285th report, ‘The Law of Criminal Defamation,’ emphasizes the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the right to reputation, advocating for the retention of criminal defamation within India’s legal framework. The comprehensive analysis, led by Chairperson Ritu Raj Awasthi and a distinguished panel, proposes a legal mechanism that safeguards both individual reputations and the right to free speech.
