Today, On 19th August, In the Presidential Reference case on assent to bills, Attorney General R. Venkataramani questioned judicial overreach, asking, “Can Supreme Court say let me take pen and paper and rewrite the Constitution?” as he strongly criticised the court’s stance.
The Centre told the Supreme Court that fixing timelines for President and Governors to act on Bills would upset the constitutional balance, stressing such powers are “non-justiciable.” SG Tushar Mehta warned that judicial overreach could trigger “constitutional disorder.”
Explore Article 142 of the Constitution as the Supreme Court’s power for ‘complete justice’ or ‘judicial overreach’, explained with cases, scope, and constitutional significance.
Supreme Court’s order de-rostering an Allahabad HC judge sparks outrage among top judges. CJI Gavai seeks to resolve breach of judicial norms and natural justice.
A Sevayat of the historic Maa Chandi Devi Temple in Haridwar has moved the Supreme Court against the High Court’s order appointing a receiver, calling it arbitrary and passed without notice or evidence. The plea argues the temple was managed efficiently by a court-appointed panel since 2012.
HDFC Bank MD Sashidhar Jagdishan challenges FIR by Lilavati Trust, calling it a misuse of criminal law.
Bombay HC questions the validity of the complaint and adjourns hearing to next Wednesday.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar questions judiciary’s role in executive appointments, calling CJI’s involvement in selecting CBI Director a violation of constitutional balance.
Today, On 16th June, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin Slammed Governor RN Ravi, saying he has not changed his ways despite the Supreme Court verdict and is deliberately holding back the Kalaignar University Bill, stalling key state development and welfare plans.
Tamil Nadu Governor cleared two Bills enabling nomination of persons with disabilities to local bodies, benefiting over 12,000 people. Reacting to the move, MK Stalin said, “He is afraid of the Supreme Court,” targeting the Governor.
The Supreme Court of India expressed strong discontent towards an Andhra Pradesh official for breaching a 2013 court order banning slum demolitions in Hyderabad. Despite legal pleas citing family responsibilities, the court emphasized the importance of adhering to judicial directives and warned against undermining its authority amidst criticism from BJP leaders regarding perceived judicial overreach.
