The Madras High Court directed the Tamil Nadu government not to take further steps in a corruption case against DMK leader KN Nehru until June 23. The order came after the State indicated its intention to withdraw a review petition challenging directions to register a criminal case.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant observed that international arbitration is increasingly mirroring the delays, costs, and procedural complexities of traditional litigation. Speaking in London, he cautioned that arbitration faces growing challenges relating to efficiency, accessibility, affordability, and effective dispute resolution.
The Allahabad High Court raised concerns over policing and governance in Uttar Pradesh, observing that sections of the police machinery appear more loyal to the ruling establishment than the Constitution. The Court highlighted issues relating to the Gangsters Act, administrative accountability, encounter killings, selective crackdowns, and alleged misuse of police powers.
A lecture by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant at the University of London’s Birkbeck campus drew controversy after a tense exchange during the question-and-answer session. Attendees raised concerns regarding freedom of dissent in India and remarks linked to the term “cockroach” during discussions on artificial intelligence and international law.
The Supreme Court held that enhanced royalty on iron ore cannot be avoided merely because an e-auction agreement predated the royalty revision. The Court clarified that royalty liability arises upon removal or dispatch of minerals, and statutory amendments override contrary contractual arrangements under mining law.
The Allahabad High Court ordered immediate repair and renovation of Lucknow’s Pipra Ghat crematorium, citing reports of stray animals disturbing human remains. Emphasising that dignity extends beyond death, the Court directed authorities to improve facilities, ensure drinking water, and expedite construction of a modern crematorium.
The Supreme Court held that loss of case records cannot justify keeping a criminal investigation pending indefinitely, expressing concern over a nearly two-decade delay. Setting aside the Gujarat High Court’s order, it directed Gujarat Police to complete the investigation within six weeks to protect the right to a speedy trial.
The Delhi High Court cleared the way for further proceedings in the 2020 Delhi riots larger conspiracy case by setting aside an order that had restrained the trial court from deciding charges. The Court dismissed Devangana Kalita’s plea seeking access to protest videos and alleged police WhatsApp chats.
A District Consumer Commission directed FirstCry to compensate a customer after finding that it arbitrarily cancelled an order, withheld payment, and labelled the customer a “fraud user” without inquiry or due process. The Commission ordered refund with interest and compensation for mental distress.