The Supreme Court, today (20th Sept) led by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud, criticized last-minute changes to the NEET PG 2024 exam format, expressing concerns over fairness and student anxiety. The court emphasized the need for standardized regulations due to widespread confusion and delays affecting nearly 200,000 candidates’ futures, urging immediate action from the National Board of Examination.
A Delhi law student has today issued a legal notice regarding issues with ticket sales for Diljit Dosanjh’s “Dil-Luminati” concert, targeting the singer, event organizer Saregama Private Limited, ticketing partner Zomato, and HDFC Bank. Allegations include ticket unavailability, failure to honor exclusive access for HDFC cardholders, and potential consumer trust violations. The notice has also been sent to government bodies MEITY and Ministry of Consumer Affairs.
The Supreme Court, led by CJI Chandrachud, today reserved judgment on whether an ineligible person can nominate an arbitrator. Solicitor General Mehta emphasized strengthening arbitration as a dispute resolution mechanism. The Court discussed significant questions of law and the challenges in the arbitrator selection process, with a focus on party autonomy and potential injustice.
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court celebrated its 20th anniversary with Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud addressing the event. He praised the Bench’s contributions, emphasizing the importance of integrity in the legal profession. He also highlighted the issue of minimal wages for junior lawyers, urging fair compensation and abandoning paternalistic attitudes.
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The UPSC today filed a FIR against probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar for allegedly forging disability certificates to pass the civil services exam. The commission aims to cancel her candidature, as she fraudulently exceeded the permissible attempt limit under the Examination Rules by faking her identity. Actions include criminal prosecution and cancellation of her candidature.
The Madras High Court Advocates’ Association (MHCAA) unanimously decided to boycott court proceedings on July 8 to protest three new criminal laws. The resolution emphasized the need for members’ support and cooperation for the protest’s success, citing concerns about the impact on justice and fairness in the legal system.
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Medical aspirants have alleged a NEET-UG 2024 paper leak and petitioned the Supreme Court for a re-examination. The petition aims to address widespread unease among students, citing concerns of irregularities and unfair treatment. Stakeholders await the court’s involvement, anticipating a resolution to the controversial examination. Dr. Vivek Pandey has also lent support to the students’ cause.
The Supreme Court of India has directed on 17th May, the Union Government to create a comprehensive sentencing policy to ensure fairness and uniformity in sentencing. The policy aims to avoid judge-centric decisions and disparities, emphasizing the need for transparency and adherence to fundamental rights. The court proposed the establishment of a “sentencing commission” comprising experts in various fields to develop comprehensive sentencing guidelines.
Today (6th May): The Calcutta High Court issued guidelines for teachers to maintain professionalism and avoid political involvement. The court emphasized the importance of upholding professional standards, respecting students, demonstrating competence, integrity, and fairness, and complying with institutional policies. The directive came in response to a defamation case and highlighted the detrimental impact of politics in educational institutions.
Today (6th May): The Supreme Court of India upheld the minimum marks requirement in Bihar Judicial Services Examination interviews, ruling that it does not violate the right to equality under Article 14 of the Indian Constitution. The decision came in response to a plea from unsuccessful candidates, emphasizing the importance of maintaining fairness and transparency in the recruitment process.