The Supreme Court expressed frustration over Telangana, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir for failing to respond to a plea seeking enforcement of the Right to Education (RTE) Act. Despite receiving notices, they have not submitted replies, delaying the case. The Court warned that if responses are not filed before the next hearing, the Chief Secretaries of these States must appear in person. The case, filed by Md Imran Ahmad, aims to ensure that private schools reserve 25% of entry-level seats for underprivileged children, as mandated by the RTE Act.
New Delhi, Feb 4: The Delhi High Court given a final opportunity to the Delhi government to submit a status report on a case filed by several blind students who are seeking accommodation to continue their education. On Tuesday, Justice Sachin Datta remarked that the Delhi government’s social welfare department had been ordered to file the report, but had failed to do so.
NEW DELHI: On Monday, the Supreme Court temporarily stayed the criminal proceedings against Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader Edappadi K Palaniswami. The case involved allegations that Palaniswami had submitted false information about his wealth and education in his election affidavit for the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
NEW DELHI: The state governments of Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Rajasthan have established Transgender Welfare Boards. This action follows a directive from the Supreme Court of India, announced on January 21, 2025. The court was informed of the progress during a hearing related to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the Kinner Maa Eksamajik Sanstha Trust.
Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, speaking at a national council meeting in Gujarat, stressed the significance of fraternity as a unifying force in the Indian Constitution amidst rising divisive rhetoric and economic inequality. He urged for proactive judicial roles and inclusive policies to promote unity and harmony in society, emphasizing the continual journey towards a just community.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court, led by Justice Achal Kumar Paliwal, granted anticipatory bail to a man accused of raping a teacher under the guise of marriage, citing a lack of prima facie evidence and a long-standing relationship. The court highlighted delays in filing the FIR and the prosecutrix’s background as significant factors.
The Supreme Court remarked that the ultimate objective of imparting quality education to children is to ensure that they become good citizens who are aware of ethos and values of the Constitution of India. The Court made the remark while hearing a Writ Petition filed by activist Tushar Gandhi in the wake of an incident where a child in Muzaffarnagar was assaulted by his classmates on the instruction of their teacher.
Kalpana Das Chandrachud, wife of Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, reflects on her inclusive childhood in Kerala, celebrating various religious festivals without discrimination. She completed her education in Kasaragod and married in 2008, choosing to wear only her wedding ring. The couple adopted two special needs children, enriching their family life.
Supreme Court Justice B V Nagarathna emphasized the need for inclusive policies to eliminate barriers faced by differently-abled children during the ‘Invisible No More’ consultation with UNICEF. She outlined the importance of data-driven approaches, regular surveys, and accessible services to ensure equal opportunities, advocating for integrated support to combat societal stigma and enhance social security.
Justice Abhay Oka of the Supreme Court highlighted concerns about the rise of “mob rule” in India, where politicians promise death penalty for offenders, despite only the judiciary having the authority. He emphasized the need to preserve the judiciary’s independence and ensure timely, fair judgments, in light of recent events. Other speakers emphasized the importance of safeguarding constitutional values through education and awareness.