As Delhi’s temperature neared 50°C, the Supreme Court urged lawyers to join hearings virtually to avoid the extreme heat. It encouraged online appearances but stopped short of mandating them, noting potential accessibility issues for many practitioners in India.
Today(on 13th June), The Supreme Court directed the Delhi government to urgently seek water supply from the Upper Yamuna River Board due to a severe water crisis. Himachal Pradesh’s reversal on surplus water availability prompted the court to intervene. The court also addressed the issue of water wastage and the activities of the tanker mafia in Delhi.
