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Today, 19th April, The Supreme Court ruled that special courts led by sessions judges have the authority to try offenses under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), contradicting the Bombay High Court’s interpretation. This broadens the scope of courts eligible to handle IBC cases. The ruling resulted from a Division Bench decision, sending the case back to the High Court for a new verdict.
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Yesterday, 18th April, The Supreme Court acquitted a man in a 1997 murder case, citing unreliable witness testimony and lack of substantial evidence. Justices overturned previous rulings by lower courts, emphasizing the prosecution’s weak narrative and lack of corroborative evidence. The appellant’s conviction reversed, and he is not required to surrender, being entitled to acquittal due to reasonable doubt.
Today (16th April): The Supreme Court urged a comprehensive approach to addressing mob lynching, cautioning against selective focus on specific incidents. The PIL raised concerns about rising violence against minorities, particularly victims of cow vigilante attacks, and emphasized the need for urgent financial support for affected families. The Court directed states to respond within six weeks regarding action taken in such cases.
Today, 15th April, Justice BR Gavai attributed his Supreme Court appointment to Dr. BR Ambedkar’s legacy, highlighting the empowerment of marginalized communities. He emphasized the transformative role of Article 32 and the need for constructive critique of the judiciary. Senior Advocate Indira Jaising expressed allegiance to the Indian Constitution and the need for clarity on Article 15.
“If not for giving representation to Scheduled Castes, I would have been elevated maybe two years later,” : Supreme Court Justice BR Gavai emphasized the role of reservation and affirmative action in elevating marginalized individuals in India’s government. He credited his own advancement to these principles and highlighted the importance of diversity and inclusion in the judiciary. Justice Gavai also addressed challenges such as media manipulation and emphasized the CJI’s duty to provide equal leadership.
On Tuesday (26th March): Supreme Court Justice BR Gavai highlighted the integral relationship between the right to free speech and the right to information, especially in the context of elections and the Electoral Bonds case. Emphasizing the evolution from colonialism to democracy, he reaffirmed the Court’s commitment to upholding constitutional values and encouraging citizen participation.
The Supreme Court’s involvement came after the Centre and the AAI’s appeal against the High Court’s judgment was dismissed in 2022, followed by the rejection of their review plea Supreme Court of India is set to deliberate on a plea filed by the Central Government and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) against a Bombay […]
The bench of the Supreme Court, including Justice BR Gavai, Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, and Justice Sandeep Mehta, emphasized the importance of deliberate intent as per Section 3(1)(xi) of the SC/ST Act. The justices noted that an act of outraging modesty qualifies under this section only if it is executed with a clear intention targeting […]
Supreme Court Deliberates on Article 370: Resurrection Argument Termed ‘Too Far Fetched’ In a significant hearing that spanned fifteen days, the Supreme Court of India delved deep into the intricacies of Article 370, which once granted special status to Jammu & Kashmir. The apex court’s bench, led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, alongside […]