The Supreme Court strongly criticised the Bihar Cricket Association, calling its disputes “dirty politics” and a “waste of public revenue,” while appointing former Supreme Court judge L. Nageswara Rao as the new Ombudsman to ensure smooth functioning.
Former Supreme Court judge B N Srikrishna warned that human rights in India are facing a “deep crisis” due to the massive backlog of over five crore pending cases. Speaking at a national convention, he emphasized that delayed justice amounts to a denial of justice. He also expressed concerns over threats to judicial independence and freedom of expression. His remarks highlight growing challenges in India’s legal and judicial system.
Justice Rohinton Nariman condemned the surge of legal challenges concerning religious sites, asserting they contradict the Places of Worship Act, which preserves the status of worship places as of August 15, 1947. He warned such lawsuits could incite communal discord and urged their dismissal, emphasizing adherence to the rule of law.
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Today, On 22nd November, the Supreme Court dismissed the Punjab government’s request for witness statements regarding the security breach during Prime Minister Modi’s visit in January 2022. The court emphasized that the state should conduct its own inquiry into the negligent officers involved, maintaining confidentiality around the existing investigation.
The Lokpal instructed complainants to submit verified evidence to support corruption allegations against SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch, citing a Hindenburg Research report. They must file an affidavit within three weeks, addressing questions on the authenticity of claims and prior investments under the Prevention of Corruption Act.