The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal government to hand over all lands acquired for border fencing to the BSF by 31 March 2026. The move comes amid ongoing disputes over land acquisition for security purposes.
The Union Budget allocated Rs.123.75 crore for the expansion of the Supreme Court building. According to the budget speech, this funding is designated for a central sector project aimed at the court’s infrastructure development. The expansion is expected to enhance facilities and efficiency. This move highlights the government’s focus on judicial infrastructure.
Justice Rajesh Bindal, born on April 16, 1961, in Ambala, Haryana, assumed office as a Supreme Court judge on February 13, 2023. He previously served at the Punjab & Haryana High Court, Jammu & Kashmir High Court, and Calcutta High Court, and as Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court. He will retire on April 15, 2027, after a distinguished career.
Kapil Sibal’s presidency of the Supreme Court Bar Association has drawn heavy criticism for prioritizing personal and political interests over Bar welfare. His leadership has not significantly addressed concerns facing younger lawyers or infrastructure needs. Critics argue that Sibal’s focus on self-promotion has left the legal community feeling unsupported and disillusioned.
Today, On 27th August, The Supreme Court directed the Central Government to set up teams to inspect and remove encroachments on national highways, aiming to maintain traffic flow. The court instructed the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to form inspection teams and develop a portal for public reporting of encroachments. The matter will be revisited on October 14.
The Bombay High Court today dismissed a PIL challenging Maharashtra’s ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’ scheme, stating it benefits women without discrimination. The court deemed the scheme a valid policy decision beyond judicial interference. The PIL’s arguments about political motivation and discriminatory nature were disregarded, and the court emphasized the scheme’s social welfare intent.
