The Supreme Court has mandated that airport authorities provide sensitivity training for staff to better assist passengers with physical disabilities. Justices JB Pardiwala and Pankaj Mithal emphasized the need for compassion and effective assistance, extending guidelines to help all elderly passengers requiring support. This decision arose from a petition by Arushi Singh, highlighting her experiences.
The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, directed the Union government to rectify legal flaws regarding accessibility for disabled individuals under the RPWD Act. The Court emphasized the need for mandatory accessibility rules instead of non-enforceable guidelines, ordering compliance within three months and stakeholder consultations for effective implementation.
The Supreme Court plans to establish guidelines for Advocates-on-Record (AORs) due to concerns over conduct and false statements in a criminal case involving a 30-year sentence. AORs are crucial for litigants, and the Court seeks input from the Supreme Court AOR Association to ensure proper guidelines are formulated.
Justice B.R. Gavai highlighted the critical role of judicial ethics and integrity at a conference in Gujarat, stressing that a judge’s conduct affects public trust. He warned that resigning to contest elections could harm perceptions of impartiality and emphasized the judiciary’s independence from other branches to maintain credibility and prevent justice delays.
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Today, On 1st October, The Supreme Court reserved its judgment in the “bulldozer justice” case, highlighting public safety’s primacy. It mandated the removal of any religious structures, such as temples or dargahs, that encroach on essential infrastructure. The court’s directives ensure equitable application of anti-encroachment measures, reinforcing India’s secular principles and addressing unauthorized constructions uniformly.
A petition by the Advocates’ Association led the Karnataka High Court to rule against private individuals uploading videos of court proceedings. This decision came after controversial remarks by Justice V. Srishananda went viral. The Supreme Court intervened, requesting a report on the matter. Justice Srishananda later apologized for his comments.
The Supreme Court, today (20th Sept) led by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud, criticized last-minute changes to the NEET PG 2024 exam format, expressing concerns over fairness and student anxiety. The court emphasized the need for standardized regulations due to widespread confusion and delays affecting nearly 200,000 candidates’ futures, urging immediate action from the National Board of Examination.
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The Supreme Court has halted today (17th Sept) bulldozer demolitions across India until at least October 1, except on public roads, water bodies, or railway lines with court permission. This follows a plea challenging the demolition of a family’s house in Gujarat. The Court aims to establish clear demolition guidelines nationwide. Solicitor General Mehta objected, but the Court emphasized the need for regulation.
Today, On 12th July, The Delhi High Court dismissed a plea to change coaching center guidelines, stating it was beyond their jurisdiction. The plea also sought a holistic education system. The court refused to intervene in the matter, permitting the petitioner to withdraw and seek a suitable forum. The petition called for stricter regulations and accountability to address issues in coaching institutes.
The Supreme Court criticized the CBI for delaying the trial in former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s cases, calling it “shockingly surprising.” The court highlighted that six judges have retired or been transferred in the last decade, yet the trial hasn’t begun. The case was brought to the Supreme Court by Undi MLA, K Raghu Ramakrishna Raju, who sought directions to cancel Jagan Mohan Reddy’s bail and relocate the trial to another state. The Supreme Court has scheduled the next hearing for the week commencing November 11.