The Rouse Avenue Court has reserved its order on the Enforcement Directorate’s plea seeking confiscation of properties linked to proclaimed offender and arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari. The Court postponed its decision while considering the ED’s request for seizure.
Today, On 28th March, The Kerala High Court dismissed petitions seeking an investigation into corruption allegations against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and others. Justice K Babu rejected the pleas, which also named high-ranking officials, including Vijayan’s daughter. The court found no grounds to order a probe into the claims. This marks a significant legal relief for the Chief Minister amid ongoing political scrutiny.
The Supreme Court granted NewsClick a one-week protection from any coercive action over a tax demand. A bench led by Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, however, rejected a writ petition filed by PPK Newsclick Studio Pvt Ltd. The petition was filed directly under Article 32 of the Constitution. The court’s decision provides temporary relief but does not settle the tax dispute.
NEW DELHI: On Tuesday, January 21, the Supreme Court dismissed petitions filed by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) seeking to cancel the bail granted to Chhagan Bhujbal, former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and current NCP MLA, and his nephew Sameer Bhujbal. The case is linked to allegations of money laundering in the Maharashtra Sadan scam.
The Supreme Court provided a big relief to Vodafone Idea by ordering a tax refund of Rs 1,128 crore. This amount relates to excess prepaid taxes paid by the telecom company. The court upheld Vodafone Idea’s claim, stating that the government must refund the excess tax amount. This decision comes as a boost for the financially struggling telecom giant.
Justice Aravind Kumar, born on July 14, 1962, in Karnataka, became Chief Justice of Gujarat High Court in October 2021. He has a distinguished legal career, including roles as Additional Standing Counsel for the Union government and various judicial positions. Kumar focused on reducing case backlogs and enhancing legal education during his tenure.
Today, On 11th November, Justice Sanjiv Khanna will be sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India on November 11, 2024, succeeding Justice D.Y. Chandrachud. His term lasts until May 13, 2025. Khanna is recognized for significant rulings and aims to improve justice delivery while continuing a family legacy in India’s judiciary.