Today, On 26th September, In the Tirupati Laddoo controversy, the Supreme Court stayed the Andhra Pradesh High Court’s ruling against the CBI. The Court remarked, “If the SIT wants to appoint a special officer, what’s wrong with that?” granting relief.
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The Supreme Court rejected a petition by activist K.A. Paul for a CBI investigation into alleged adulteration of Tirupati Laddu, citing the impracticality of creating separate states for religious matters. Previous claims of animal fat usage in the laddus caused political conflict, with ongoing investigations managed by a Special Investigation Team.
The Delhi High Court upheld a law mandating 50% coverage of health warnings on pan masala packaging to inform consumers about its harmful effects. The ruling aimed to promote public health and increase consumer awareness. The Court dismissed a plea by a pan masala company, emphasizing the regulation’s proportionate nature and its alignment with public interest.