SIR Row | Take A Decision On Or Before 31 December And Apprise The Court: Supreme Court To ECI

Today, On 18th December, Supreme Court continues hearing the SIR validity case across states. The apex Court directs the Election Commission of India to decide the proposal within timeline, stating “Take A Decision On Or Before 31 December And Apprise The Court”.

Madras High Court Slams Officials, Allows Devotees to Light Karthigai Deepam Lamp at Thirupparankundram Hill

Madras High Court upheld a single-judge order permitting devotees to light the Karthigai Deepam lamp at the Deepathoon on Thirupparankundram hill. The Court criticised officials for blocking the ritual and warned of possible contempt action.

Supreme Court Slams Delays in Information Commissioner Appointments: “This Has Been Happening for 2 Years,” Says Prashant Bhushan

The Supreme Court questioned the Centre and States over huge vacancies and massive pendency in Information Commissions, calling for urgent action. Prashant Bhushan criticised repeated delays, warning that the Right to Information system is collapsing.

Supreme Court transfers CPI(M) plea on Tamil Nadu flagpole removal to Justice Vikram Nath’s bench

The Supreme Court has transferred CPI(M)’s challenge to the Madras High Court order directing removal of permanent political flagpoles from public spaces in Tamil Nadu to Justice Vikram Nath’s bench. The party argued the order violates its fundamental rights and amounts to “impermissible judicial legislation.”

Delhi High Court Slams Govt for ‘Insensitive’ Treatment of Boxer; Says Don’t Drag Sports Heroes into Endless Litigation

The Delhi High Court criticized the Railways for forcing boxer Ajay Kumar to fight a long legal battle for his rightful salary increments, calling the conduct “arbitrary and unreasonable.” The court said authorities must treat medal-winning employees with fairness and respect.

Supreme Court Orders Probe Into Alleged Attempt to Sway NCLAT Judge: “Anguished!! Higher Judiciary Tried to Influence”

The Supreme Court expressed anguish after an NCLAT judge revealed that a revered higher judiciary member allegedly sought a favourable order. Directing a probe, the Court stressed that such influence threatens judicial independence, fairness, and integrity of legal proceedings.

Bombay High Court Issues Strict Directive: “PoP Ganpati Idols Up to 6 Feet Should Compulsorily Be Immersed in Artificial Tanks”

Today, On 24th July, Bombay High Court ruled that all Ganesh idols up to six feet must be compulsorily immersed in artificial tanks during the 10-day festival starting August 27, to ensure environmental protection and public safety.

Bombay HC Revises Order on PoP Ganapati Idols: “Shall Not Be Immersed in Natural Water Bodies Without the Leave of the Court”

Today, On 9th June, Bombay High Court modified its ban on PoP Ganapati idols, allowing artisans and petitioners to make them. However, the court clearly stated they cannot be immersed in natural water bodies without taking prior permission from the court. Mumbai: The Bombay High Court revised its January ruling that had imposed a complete […]