Delhi High Court held that the Prevention of Money Laundering Act ensures both ED’s powers and citizens’ rights, stressing strict adherence to procedural safeguards. The court said oversight prevents arbitrary action.
Today, On 8th September, Supreme Court has raised concern over Kerala High Court hearing anticipatory bail pleas directly, bypassing the sessions court. The bench observed, “This does not happen in any other High Court,” highlighting a worrying deviation from standard practice.
Stray dogs in Meghalaya must first be captured, vaccinated, and medically treated before being released into public spaces, the High Court ruled, stressing public safety, humane treatment, and strict compliance with judicial directions on managing aggressive or biter dogs.
The Supreme Court expressed shock after seeing photos showing manual scavenging and hazardous cleaning being done at its own Gate F, and has directed the Public Works Department to submit a detailed reply on the matter.
A PIL in the Supreme Court urges recognition of consumers’ “right to know” about product quality and seller information. The plea demands transparency to protect buyers from fraud and unfair trade practices.
Today, On 14th July, The Supreme Court will hear a suo motu case on investigative agencies summoning lawyers for giving legal opinions, following ED’s summons to senior advocates Arvind Datar and Pratap Venugopal. CJI Gavai-led bench will hear it.
Today, On 3d July, The Supreme Court refused to cancel the Rs.1 lakh fine imposed on the Narcotics Control Bureau by the Calcutta High Court but reduced the penalty amount to Rs.50,000, offering partial relief to the agency.
Today, On 27th June, The Uttar Pradesh government paid man Rs.5 lakh as compensation for illegal detention following the Supreme Court criticism to the State for keeping the man in jail for nearly a month even after he was granted bail.
Today, On 25th June, The Supreme Court took suo motu notice after a lawyer was summoned by Gujarat Police over his client’s case. It said such actions are a “direct threat to the administration of justice” and harm legal independence.
Today, On 25th June, The Supreme Court sharply criticised Uttar Pradesh jail officials for unlawfully keeping a man in Ghaziabad jail despite a clear bail order, calling it a serious violation of personal liberty and raising concerns over systemic injustice.
