The Delhi High Court has sought the MCD’s response on the operation of banned horse-drawn carts, ‘tongas’, following a petition by PETA. The plea alleges the MCD’s failure to enforce its resolution to phase out tongas and support their owners. The court has scheduled a hearing for August 7 alongside the main case. Operations of tongas continue despite the ban, raising concerns about public safety.
The Supreme Court of India today dismissed a petition challenging new criminal laws due to casual filing and pending implementation. The laws aim to modernize the justice system and emphasize justice over punishment, addressing crimes against women, children, and terrorism. Concerns were raised about police custody, handcuffing, property seizure, trial fairness, and electronic evidence admissibility.
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Today (15th May): The Uttarakhand Government faced criticism from the Supreme Court for its ineffective response to forest fires. The court summoned the Chief Secretary to appear and highlighted the serious consequences of the lack of action. The government claimed that only 0.1% of wildlife areas were affected, but the court emphasized the need for immediate and proactive measures.