Former Chief Justice DY Chandrachud called for urgent government action to fill 21% of vacant district court positions, emphasizing the need for increased judicial investment. He proposed an “All India Judicial Service Examination” to address staffing shortages and urged for better infrastructure to ensure timely justice and effective governance, particularly for the underprivileged.
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Delhi schools have been directed to adopt a “hybrid mode” of learning—combining online and physical classes—due to Supreme Court recommendations amid air quality concerns. This shift addresses educational disruptions, ensuring students can access mid-day meals and accommodate varying resources for online learning, with compliance mandated by the Directorate of Education.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud is set to retire on November 10 after serving for two years at the Supreme Court. While, the outgoing Chief Justice has a long list of landmark verdicts in his kitty, his name will remain etched in history in bold letters for his contribution to the evolution of rights of LGBTQIA+ community in India.
During the Rajasthan High Court’s platinum jubilee celebrations, Prime Minister Modi emphasized the judiciary’s backing for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), seen as a secular alternative to personal laws. The Supreme Court noted the government’s consideration of a UCC draft. The case involves a Muslim woman seeking to exit Sharia law for inheritance rights.
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Today, On 4th October, the Supreme Court of India ordered an independent Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate claims of animal fat used in Tirupati laddus. The SIT will include officers from various agencies. This decision is deemed essential to uphold the faith of millions of devotees amid ongoing political controversy surrounding the issue.
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Today, On 3rd October, Attorney General R. Venkatramani discussed the conflict between the West Bengal government and Governor C.V. Anand Bose regarding Vice-Chancellor appointments. Justices Surya Kant, Dipankar Datta, and Ujjal Bhuyan are reviewing the case, set for further hearing on October 14, highlighting governance issues in state universities.
Yesterday, On 28th September, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlighted the government’s dedication to safeguarding intellectual property rights (IPR) amidst future challenges. He announced plans for comprehensive strategies and collaboration with the judiciary to address complexities in protecting research and inventions, emphasizing the importance of adaptive measures in a changing technological landscape.
Today, On 27th September, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud announced that new appointments to the Bombay High Court are imminent to address its heavy workload, with the Supreme Court collegium recommending nine advocates awaiting government approval. The high court currently has 28 vacancies out of 94 sanctioned judges, with a call for prompt appointments to alleviate delays in hearings.
Today, On 23rd September, the Supreme Court criticized the Income Tax Department for pursuing a trivial Rs. 1.5 lakh appeal, dismissing it and urging greater responsibility in litigation. The Court highlighted concerns over frivolous cases burdening the judiciary, with Justice Khanna questioning the costs involved in such unnecessary legal battles.
The Calcutta High Court dismissed a PIL seeking lawyer protection law enforcement, stating its role is to interpret the law, not create it. It directed petitioners to approach the State and urged the State Bar Council to present views to the government for appropriate legislation. CCTV installation and complaint registration were also discussed.