The Gauhati High Court cancelled disciplinary notices issued to an LLB student for allegedly protesting against college authorities. The court found the actions against the student unfair and ordered the institution to pay Rs. 10,000 as a penalty. The judgment highlights the need to protect students’ right to express their concerns. It sends a clear message against suppressing dissent in educational institutions.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said the state is preparing a detailed Freedom of Religion Act. He explained that the law will be well-organized to make it clear and fair. The goal is to address issues related to religious conversions while protecting constitutional rights. Khandu assured that the act will uphold the state’s values of secularism and harmony.
Recently , the rising debate around the pension of the High Court judges after the retirement and recent case being filed in the Supreme court of India, it is necessary to know the procedure for appointment of the judges and establishment of the High Court as well as their eligibility to be appointed as the high court judges.
The Gauhati High Court has instructed the Assam government to respond within four weeks to a petition challenging the constitutionality of the Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces Act, 2024. The petitioner seeks the restoration of the repealed 1935 Act, claiming the new law violates constitutional rights and negatively impacts the Muslim community’s marriage practices.
Justice NK Singh, born on March 1, 1963, in Imphal, Manipur, assumed office as a Supreme Court judge on July 18, 2024, marking a milestone as Manipur’s first judge in the Supreme Court. His judicial career includes significant roles in various high courts and notable rulings in cases related to nationality and citizenship.
Justice Sandeep Mehta, born on January 11, 1963, became a Supreme Court judge on November 9, 2023. He has extensive legal experience, having practiced in criminal and constitutional law. Notable judgments include the establishment of a Transgender Welfare Board in Assam and overturning a wrongful dowry death conviction. He served as Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court prior to his elevation.
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, born on August 2, 1964, in Guwahati, Assam, became a Supreme Court Judge on July 14, 2023. With a long career in law, specializing in revenue and taxation, he served in various judicial positions, including Chief Justice of Telangana High Court. Notable judgments include invalidating the Telangana Eunuchs Act, 1919.
Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia, born on August 10, 1960, has had a distinguished legal career spanning over three decades. He was appointed to the Supreme Court of India on May 9, 2022, after serving as Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court and has authored 81 judgments, contributing to legal excellence and public service. He will retire on August 9, 2025.
Today, On 22nd October, a lawyer humorously mistook Justice Hrishikesh Roy for filmmaker Hrishikesh Mukherjee during a Supreme Court session, prompting laughter from the courtroom. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud corrected the mix-up, illustrating the unexpected intersection of legal proceedings with cinematic references and highlighting the enduring legacy of Mukherjee’s films.
Today(30th Sept),The Supreme Court of India has ordered a “status quo” on ongoing evictions and demolitions in Assam’s Sonapur region following a contempt petition from residents claiming violations of the court’s interim order. The petition, submitted by 48 residents, seeks judicial relief against what they describe as illegal evictions by the Assam government.
