Two doctors have petitioned the Supreme Court for Rs 50 lakh compensation for families of BJMC doctors and students lost in the Air India flight AI-171 crash, emphasizing the tragedy as a significant loss to India’s healthcare future. They demand urgent action, fair compensation, and improvements in aviation safety, stressing that existing laws are inadequate.
The Delhi High Court has temporarily halted the eviction of 115 families in Okhla by the Uttar Pradesh Irrigation Department, which issued eviction notices despite lacking legal ownership of the land. The next hearing is scheduled for August 4, allowing residents to challenge the notices deemed arbitrary and illegal.
The Supreme Court of India criticized the Bar Council’s unclear position on Karnal and Rohtak bar elections, ordering urgent High Court hearings. It granted interim relief to lawyers involved in cases of electoral irregularities, emphasizing the need for transparency and proper procedures in future elections. The Court also called for a retired judge’s supervision.
The Bombay High Court denied temporary relief to a suspended final-year law student from Symbiosis Law School for sharing an Instagram post against India’s official stance on Operation Sindoor. The court viewed the suspension as administrative pending an enquiry, emphasizing potential special exams if she is exonerated. The next hearing is on May 27.
The Delhi High Court rejected RCB’s request to halt Uber’s advertisement, which the team claims disparages them. The ad features cricketer Travis Head and includes the phrase “Royally Challenged Bengaluru.” While RCB argues it harms their brand, Uber defends it as humor. The court sees no immediate need for intervention, allowing the ad to continue.
The Supreme Court of India overturned the Delhi High Court’s orders for removing allegedly defamatory edits on Asian News International’s Wikipedia page. The Court noted the lack of clarity in the takedown orders and permitted ANI to seek specific interim relief. It emphasized that injunctions must be precise and enforceable.