Today,26th April, The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of aircraft lessors, mandating the de-registration of leased planes and prohibiting Go First Airlines from operating them. The court also imposed restrictions on the airline’s Resolution Professional and directed them to maintain transparency. This decision addresses the complexities of insolvency proceedings in the aviation industry amidst contractual disputes.
Today (25th April): The Kerala High Court has stayed the land acquisition notification for the proposed Sabarimala airport for two months, following a plea by a charitable trust and its managing trustee. The trust alleges that the acquisition process aimed to unlawfully acquire their property. The government emphasized the airport’s benefits for pilgrims and tourism.
On Tuesday(9th April), The Rajasthan High Court issued an interim order to prevent coercive action against a judicial officer accused of instructing a rape survivor to undress in court. The court emphasized the importance of press freedom while warning against sensationalizing the case. The case is scheduled for further proceedings on May 27. The accused officer’s actions are being contested by the Rajasthan Judicial Services Officers Association.
Today 5th April, The Madras HC granted legal protection to a private school management against coercive action by the Coimbatore City Police related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent roadshow. Questions raised during a petition to dismiss an FIR filed on March 19. The case will be further heard on April 8, with instructions for the law officer to prepare relevant case laws.
On Thursday: The Karnataka state government sought a stay on a judge’s order regarding board exams under the Karnataka Education Act, arguing that private schools may have vested interests. Despite objections, the court granted an interim plea for a stay, allowing the exams to proceed as scheduled on Monday, due to concerns about uncertainty for students.