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Today, On 13th November, the Supreme Court condemned “bulldozer justice,” stating that legal actions should not imply guilt before a fair trial. It ruled demolishing properties of accused individuals is unlawful, emphasizing due process, accountability, and the protection of family homes from arbitrary state action, regardless of accusations or convictions.
Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud noted that a Supreme Court report on prisoner issues was inspired by President Murmu’s speech on inmates’ challenges. He emphasized the importance of judicial reforms for prisoners’ rights, revealed new publications marking the Supreme Court’s 75th anniversary, and addressed issues like menstrual equity and caste discrimination in prisons.
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Yesterday, On 30th October, the CBI reported to the Calcutta High Court on the illegal hiring practices at RG Kar Medical College under former principal Dr. Sandip Ghosh. Ghosh allegedly held fictitious interviews, manipulated results, and conducted appointments based on favoritism and corruption, raising serious concerns about transparency and fairness in recruitment.
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Today, On 30th October, Actor Darshan was granted six weeks of interim bail on October 30 to receive medical treatment after being arrested for allegedly torturing and murdering a fan. The incident arose from obscenity accusations against the fan by Darshan’s friend, Pavithra Gowda. The court allowed bail due to Darshan’s medical needs, restricting his passport usage.
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Yesterday, On 26th October, the Supreme Court ruled that murder charges do not automatically justify bail denial, emphasizing individual rights and the presumption of innocence. While granting bail to an accused, the Court criticized rigid bail practices and highlighted the need for nuanced case-specific evaluations in pre-trial detention, reinforcing fairness in the justice system.
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Today, On14th August, The Supreme Court agreed to consider a plea challenging the acquittal of Surendra Koli in the 2006 Nithari serial killings case. The CBI filed a new plea against the Allahabad High Court’s decision and included it with other pending petitions. Koli and Moninder Singh Pandher faced charges of rape and murder in this shocking case.
Justices Ajay Gadkari and Neela Gokhale condemned the conduct of Sudhir Pawar and the court registry, ordering an inquiry into the juvenile court’s functioning in Bhiwandi. They criticized Pawar for refusing to accept a chargesheet without the juvenile’s presence and found the presiding officer’s control over the court questionable. The High Court permitted the police to file the chargesheet promptly.
The Gujarat High Court overturned an 85-year-old former court employee’s 7-year jail sentence for misappropriation, ordering a new review. The decision was based on the unfair prioritization of a judge’s testimony over a peon’s, a violation of the Evidence Act. The importance of impartially evaluating all testimonies was emphasized.
Today, On 23rd April, The Supreme Court expressed grave concern over overcrowded and dire prison conditions, urging urgent reform. Chief secretaries were directed to provide a schedule for implementation, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh. The report emphasized the harsh situation for women prisoners and the need for addressing overcrowding in prisons across several states.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, a Supreme Court Judge and Executive Chairman of NALSA, has announced the 2024 schedule for Quarterly Undertrial Review Committee (QURC) meetings. These meetings aim to review prisoner cases and recommend releases, following Supreme Court directives. The announcement emphasizes the need for timely justice delivery and the importance of UTRCs in preventing extended pre-trial detentions.