Justice G R Swaminathan of the Madurai Bench expressed anguish over repeatedly summoning officials for contempt. He said citing law and order to defy court orders is unacceptable and reflects a serious breakdown of the legal framework system.
The Supreme Court held that a woman’s statement recorded by police under Section 161 CrPC can be treated as a valid dying declaration. The Court also summoned the husband’s relatives for further proceedings in the case before it.
Today, on 20th November, in the Presidential Reference row, As the Supreme Court rules that there can be no deemed assent and no fixed timelines for the Governor or the President on State Bills, it reinforces boundaries and stresses that authorities must act with transparency and restraint.
Today, on 20th November, As the Supreme Court delivers its advisory opinion in the Presidential Reference row, CJI Gavai says the Governor cannot return Bills without giving reasons, stressing that Article 200 demands constitutional balance, transparency and accountability in every decision made.
The Kerala Police Officers’ Association has approached the Supreme Court challenging the High Court’s guidelines that restrict arrests inside court premises, arguing that such directions amount to judicial legislation and create practical difficulties for effective law enforcement in practice.
Two judges of Pakistan’s Supreme Court resigned just hours after the 27th Constitutional Amendment became law, calling it a “grave assault” on the Constitution. The amendment creates a government-appointed Federal Constitutional Court, raising fears of weakened judicial independence.
The Supreme Court slammed UP SHO Gulaab Singh Sonkar for violating its protective order and assaulting a petitioner. When shown the Court’s order, he arrogantly said, “Main kisi Supreme Court ka aadesh nahin manunga, mai tumhara sara High Court aur Supreme Court nikal dunga aaj.”
The Allahabad High Court urged the Supreme Court to take a hands-off approach, asserting that the district judiciary falls under its domain. It said the apex court should let High Courts decide on service rules and judicial promotions independently.
The Supreme Court will hear a suo motu case on October 27 concerning victims of digital arrests connected to forged documents. The bench aims to address issues of cyber crime, judicial forgery, public trust, and protection of affected citizens.
Today, On 17th October, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking criminal contempt against Attorney General R. Venkataramani. The petitioner claimed contempt under Article 145, but the Chief Justice of India summarily stated: “Dismissed.”
