The Delhi Government informed the High Court that officials of the State and District Consumer Commissions will remain in their positions until new appointments are made, following a Public Interest Litigation by Sardar RP Singh. The Bench emphasized the need for operational commissions and adherence to Supreme Court guidelines to prevent vacancies.
The Supreme Court has directed the Manipur High Court to resolve whether expired gram panchayat members can stay in office when an administrator is appointed. A three-month deadline was set for this decision amid concerns over ongoing violence preventing elections. The legality of these elected positions hinges on amendments to the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi government to release funds within a week for paying the salaries of staff at twelve state-funded colleges under Delhi University. Failure to comply may lead to contempt charges against senior government officials. The court emphasized the urgency and warned of consequences for non-compliance.