The Supreme Court has directed High Courts to notify convicts before appointing an amicus curiae to represent them. The move aims to ensure fair representation and prevent future legal disputes in long-pending criminal appeals.
The Chhattisgarh High Court upheld a family court’s decision allowing a husband to use his wife’s mobile call recordings and WhatsApp messages as evidence in a divorce case. The court stated that the right to privacy is not absolute.
The Kerala High Court expressed strong doubts over a plea seeking to restrain the release of a Malayalam film allegedly inspired by the Venjaramoodu mass murder case. The Court questioned how a creative artwork could interfere with a fair criminal trial and agreed to hear the matter further.
The Supreme Court has directed all States to frame a clear policy on police media briefings within three months, accepting a detailed manual prepared by the Amicus Curiae. The Court also ordered the manual to be uploaded on the Supreme Court website to ensure transparency and accountability.
Today, On 16th January, In the IRCTC Scam, Delhi High Court Seeks CBI Reply on Rabri Devi’s Plea Against Charges. The trial court has accused Rabri Devi of criminal conspiracy and cheating, prompting her to challenge the charges before the High Court.
Today, On 5th January, The Supreme Court dismissed a petition challenging state-sponsored ceremonial honours at Ajmer Dargah and the chadar offering to Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti by Prime Minister Modi. Citing it as “infructuous” and “not a justiciable issue,” Court rejected the plea.
The Delhi High Court ruled that SEBI cannot withhold its investigation report when it forms the basis of criminal prosecution. Denying such documents, the Court held, violates the accused’s right to a fair trial under Article 21.
A petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking to restrain Prime Minister Narendra Modi from offering a ceremonial chadar at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. The plea relates to the 814th Urs of Sufi saint Khwaja Chisti.
Delhi court sought response from Judge Vishal Gogne on Rabri Devi’s plea seeking transfer of criminal cases from his court. The Principal District and Sessions Judge is hearing her request to shift four cases involving her family presently.
Today, On 13th December, The CBI opposed Rabri Devi’s plea seeking transfer of criminal cases involving her family from Judge Vishal Gogne. It told the court, “You can’t bulldoze a court, go forum shopping, or demean a judge,” strongly resisting the move.
