The Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that legible medical prescription and diagnosis is a crucial aspect of the right to health, which is recognised as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.
The Supreme Court of India affirmed that businesses have a fundamental right to shut down under Article 19(1)(g), adhering to labor laws. If the State does not respond within 60 days, closure is automatically approved. The ruling emphasized that employers must show valid reasons beyond financial hardship to justify shutdowns, ensuring workers’ rights are protected.
The Supreme Court of India mandated AIIMS to admit a medical aspirant with 68% locomotor disability under the Scheduled Castes PwBD quota for the 2025 MBBS course. It reinforced reasonable accommodation as a fundamental right, addressing systemic discrimination and emphasizing the need for educational institutions to ensure equal opportunity for persons with disabilities.
At the MNLU Symposium on AI, Supreme Court Judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan emphasized the limitations of artificial intelligence in the legal profession. He remarked that while the idea of “AI Judges” is often discussed, true justice requires human judgment. “Judges and lawyers cannot be driven by AI in 95 per cent of the cases,” he stated. Justice Bhuyan highlighted the irreplaceable role of human discretion and empathy in the judicial process.
Today, On 3rd March, The Supreme Court criticized Gujarat Police for registering an FIR against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi over a social media post featuring a poem. The court stressed the significance of free speech, stating that the poem promotes non-violence and does not target any religion. It suggested that the case may have political motives and granted interim protection to Pratapgarhi.
Today, On 28th February, The Supreme Court ordered the reappointment of civil judges in Madhya Pradesh and asked for more respect towards women judges. It said that women judges should get a safe and comfortable place to work. The Court also stressed that a supportive environment is important for equal opportunities in the judiciary. This decision shows the Court’s commitment to fairness and justice for all.
Allahabad: The Allahabad High Court has ruled that every person in India has the fundamental right to choose or change their name. The court said this right is protected under the Indian Constitution.A man named Sameer Rao had filed a petition in the court, asking for his name to be changed from “Shahnawaz” to “Md Sameer Rao” in his school records. According to a report by media, his request was earlier rejected by the Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education.
