Today, On 10th February, The Supreme Court of India agreed to hear a plea seeking passive euthanasia for terminally ill rabies patients in two weeks. The petition argues that rabies, being almost 100% fatal after symptoms appear, causes extreme suffering with no cure. It seeks legal recognition for withholding life support in such cases under the right to die with dignity.
Today, On 6th November, the Supreme Court of India is set to rule on whether a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) license allows drivers to operate small transport vehicles under 7,500 kg. This ruling addresses legal uncertainties impacting insurance claims in accidents, with implications for numerous drivers and insurers nationwide, following conflicting court decisions.
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CJI D.Y. Chandrachud and Justice Sanjiv Khanna are linked through the ADM Jabalpur case, where their predecessors delivered a controversial verdict in 1976. Justice H.R. Khanna’s dissent emphasized the rule of law. Chandrachud later overruled that decision, highlighting progress in India’s legal interpretation of fundamental rights, marking a poetic justice moment.
The Supreme Court is currently grappling with a massive backlog of 82,989 pending cases, despite resolving 37,259 cases. The backlog is attributed to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted court proceedings. Chief Justice Chandrachud introduced measures to streamline operations, and a Special Lok Adalat successfully resolved 1,100 cases out of 2,200. The court also issued directives to expedite case resolution and emphasized the need for swift trials to uphold public trust in the legal system.
The Kerala Government today has urged the Supreme Court to promptly form a five-judge Constitution bench to address its lawsuit against the Centre regarding the ceiling on net borrowing. The state challenges the Union government’s restrictions on its borrowing capacity, citing infringement on financial autonomy and unconstitutional directives. The matter awaits a decision by the apex court.
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Senior Advocate AM Singhvi today (9th July) urged Chief Justice of India to urgently consider the issue of Delhi Government services control, emphasizing the need for a third judgment to resolve the dispute. The Delhi government’s plea challenging the central government’s law, which gives pre-eminence to the lieutenant governor, has led to a significant power struggle.
As of now, the Supreme Court has a total of 54 cases pending before its Constitution Benches. These cases are divided among different compositions of the benches The Supreme Court of India is currently grappling with a significant backlog of cases awaiting adjudication before its Constitution Benches. Recent data presented in Parliament sheds light on […]
A Legacy of Landmark Judgments and Constitutional Wisdom by Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, who retired on December 25, 2023, after serving an impactful tenure of 6 years and 10 months at the Supreme Court of India, has been a pivotal figure in shaping contemporary Indian jurisprudence. His retirement marks the end […]
In a pivotal move, the Supreme Court of India has directed the Central government, states, and Union Territories to cease discrimination against the queer community. The directive, issued by a five-judge Constitution bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, mandates that the queer community should not face any discrimination when accessing goods and services. Chief […]