Court Cannot Be A Silent Spectator, Judicial Directions Cannot Be Frustrated By Administrative Officers: Allahabad HC Slams UP Home Secretary Sanjay Prasad Over Police Reforms

The Allahabad High Court criticised Uttar Pradesh Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sanjay Prasad for allegedly obstructing police reform measures and investigative safeguards, observing that resistance by administrative authorities risks undermining judicial directions, accountability mechanisms, and efforts to strengthen the criminal justice system.

Frame Policy for Speedy Refund of Court Fees Within Four Months: Delhi High Court Directs State Government 

The Delhi High Court directed the Delhi government to frame a policy within four months for speedy refund of court fees after dispute settlements, observing that the absence of a codified mechanism causes unnecessary hardship and procedural delays for litigants seeking refunds under the Court Fees Act.

Strictly Implement Supreme Court Directions on Bail for Undertrials: Delhi HC Tells District Courts in Long-Custody Cases

Delhi High Court directed district courts to strictly implement Supreme Court directions on granting bail to undertrials held in prolonged custody. The case involved an accused who had spent more than one-third of a seven-year sentence in jail.

Anathema to a Country Governed by Rule of Law: Supreme Court Removes SHO for Repeated Use of ‘Stock Witnesses’

The Supreme Court ordered removal of an Indore SHO from investigative and supervisory duties after prima facie noting repeated use of identical stock witnesses in multiple cases. The officer was sent to police lines, barred from investigation, pending orders.

Supreme Court Asks Centre to Respond on Plea for Better Tribal Healthcare: ‘Petitioners Approached Authorities Repeatedly, But to No Avail’

Today, On 21st February, The Supreme Court sought the Centre’s response to a petition calling for improved healthcare for the tribal population. The plea highlights disparities in medical access and urges government intervention. Advocates argue that targeted policies are needed to address critical health challenges in tribal communities. The court’s decision could pave the way for better healthcare initiatives for marginalized groups.