The Supreme Court overruled the Bombay High Court and directed that the SIT in the Badlapur ‘fake’ encounter case be led by the DGP. This move aims to ensure a fair and impartial investigation.
Today, On 1st April, The Tripura government informed the Supreme Court that it is complying with the 2006 apex court ruling on police reforms. It stated that the process for appointing a regular Director General of Police (DGP) began on March 7. The update was provided in response to concerns over adherence to established guidelines. This move aims to ensure transparency and efficiency in police leadership appointments.
The Punjab government asked all law officers to resign as it plans to restructure the Advocate General’s office. There are talks that some law officers from Delhi may get posts in Punjab after AAP’s loss there. But the Advocate General said the officers were only on a one-year contract. This step is part of a bigger administrative change.
Today, On 31st December, Punjab’s Advocate General informed the Supreme Court that leader Dallewal would accept medical aid only when the Centre invites farmers for talks. This statement came in response to ongoing issues concerning the farmer protests. The court had previously asked for updates on the matter. Dallewal’s condition remains a point of contention amidst the protests.
A two-member fact-finding committee from the National Commission for Women has arrived in Chennai to investigate a reported sexual assault of a 19-year-old Anna University student. The committee, comprising Mamta Kumari and Praveen Dixit, will examine the incident, gather information from various parties, and recommend preventive measures. An ongoing police investigation follows a formal complaint.
Today, on Nov 18th, the Bombay High Court rejected an urgent hearing for a PIL challenging the appointments of Rashmi Shukla as Maharashtra’s DGP and the interim DGP Sanjay Verma. The court questioned the petitioner’s standing and the public interest involved, emphasizing that Shukla’s past appointment and the nature of Verma’s temporary role did not warrant immediate attention before the upcoming state assembly polls.
The Karnataka High Court directed the Director General of Police to alert all police stations about a woman who has filed 10 criminal cases against different men over the past decade. It also instructed that no further complaints should be registered on her behalf without a preliminary inquiry, aiming to prevent misuse of the legal system.
Today, On 6th September, The Supreme Court issued notices to Jharkhand’s Chief Secretary and Acting DGP Anurag Gupta in response to a contempt of court petition challenging Gupta’s appointment. The petitioners argue that his appointment violates established legal guidelines, including previous Supreme Court rulings, and seek its quashing. The respondents must submit their replies within two weeks.