The Supreme Court came down heavily on a man who sought appointment as a High Court judge. CJI BR Gavai said, “You’re making a mockery of the system! Want us to hold a Collegium meeting now?”
The Supreme Court reaffirmed the conviction of an accused in a 1984 rape case, stating that the absence of injuries on the victim’s private parts does not automatically weaken the prosecution’s case. The court dismissed an appeal challenging the previous decision, which had upheld the conviction under Sections 376 (rape) and 323 (voluntarily causing hurt) of the IPC. Emphasizing the importance of overall evidence, the court ruled that physical injuries are not the sole determinant of sexual assault cases.
Yesterday, On 12th November, The Supreme Court expressed concern over inadequate private washroom facilities for women judges in a Gujarat court, following a letter from a female judicial officer who had to use a senior judge’s restroom. The court emphasized the need for improved infrastructure for female judicial officers during a public interest litigation regarding toilet availability.
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The Delhi High Court launched free Wi-Fi and a new website, emphasizing the court’s commitment to digital infrastructure and accessibility. Acting Chief Justice Manmohan highlighted the importance of these initiatives. The free Wi-Fi will serve key areas of the court and offer robust security measures. The new website includes various facilities and features responsive design.
Today (1st May): The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the Centre in relation to a plea from the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) calling for the expansion of the High Court building. The plea underlines the need for more space to cater to the court’s growing requirements, emphasizing the necessity for additional courtrooms, lawyers’ chambers, and essential infrastructure facilities. The Court has highlighted the challenges faced in expanding the premises and stressed the urgency of obtaining adjacent land for the expansion. The plea also addresses the congestion and inconvenience caused by inadequate parking space in the vicinity. The expansion and modernization of the Delhi High Court are crucial to meet the escalating demands of the judicial system and ensure the efficient delivery of justice.
Today, on 16th March: The Orissa High Court has postponed the hearing on the missing keys of Puri Jagannath Temple’s ‘Ratna Bhandar’ for two weeks in response to a PIL. The PIL seeks to present the Justice Raghubir Das Commission of Enquiry report in the state Assembly. The State Government requested two weeks to file an affidavit.