ED Is Not a Juristic Entity, Allowing Its Writ Against A State Would Be Dangerous To Federalism: WB Govt Tells Supreme Court

Today, On 18th March, The Supreme Court of India rejected West Bengal’s adjournment plea in the Enforcement Directorate case linked to the Indian Political Action Committee raid. It told lawyers they ‘cannot dictate’ when case should be heard, saying matter would continue.

BREAKING | You Cannot Dictate Proceedings: Supreme Court Rejects West Bengal’s Plea For Adjournment In ED Case Over I-PAC Raid

Today, On 18th March, The Supreme Court of India rejected West Bengal’s adjournment plea in the Enforcement Directorate case linked to the Indian Political Action Committee raid. It told lawyers they ‘cannot dictate’ when case should be heard, saying matter would continue.

Big Relief For Sonam Wangchuk: Central Government Revokes NSA Detention Months After Leh Protests

The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that the government has revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk linked to the violence that broke out in Leh during protests in September last year.

Possessing A Passport And Travelling Abroad Are Integral Parts Of Personal Liberty: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court held that holding a passport and travelling abroad is integral to personal liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav quashed impounding orders, citing violation of natural justice principles.

NSA Detention Row: Supreme Court Adjourns Plea Challenging Sonam Wangchuk’s Detention To March 10

Today, On 26th February, The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on the petition filed by Gitanjali J Angmo, wife of detained climate activist Sonam Wangchuk. The plea challenging his detention under the National Security Act has been rescheduled for March 10.

Violation Of Fundamental Rights: Advocate Moves HC Against Maharashtra Govt’s Cancellation Of 5% Muslim Quota

Advocate has moved the High Court challenging the Maharashtra government’s cancellation of the 5% Muslim quota, calling the decision unjustified. The plea alleges state is practicing racial discrimination against the Muslim community, violating fundamental rights guaranteed under Constitution of India.

Not Required By Law To Notify State Police During I-PAC Raid: ED Files 65-Page Rejoinder In Supreme Court

The Enforcement Directorate told the Supreme Court it has no statutory obligation to inform state police before conducting searches. In its 65-page rejoinder, the ED dismissed claims by Bengal police in the I-PAC investigation involving Mamata Banerjee.

Showing Selective Content Is Insufficient; All Material Must Be Supplied: Sonam Wangchuk’s Wife Tells Supreme Court

Today, On 19th February, The Supreme Court continued hearing the detention challenge of Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk. Kapil Sibal argued, “Showing selective content is insufficient; all material must be supplied,” stressing authorities have a constitutional duty to provide complete relied-upon documents.

Supreme Court Stops Exhumation of Tribal Christians’ Bodies in Chhattisgarh, Seeks State Reply on Denial of Burial Rights

The Supreme Court has stayed further exhumation of buried bodies of tribal Christians in Chhattisgarh villages and issued notice to the State government. The PIL alleges forced digging up of graves, denial of burial rights, and violation of fundamental rights under Articles 14 and 21.

Supreme Court Slams ‘Disturbing Trend’, Refuses Plea Against Himanta Biswa Sarma Over ‘Miya’ Remarks Before Assam Polls

The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea seeking action against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma over his alleged ‘Miya’ remarks, calling direct petitions before elections a “disturbing trend.” The Court directed petitioners to approach the Guwahati High Court instead.