Today, On 6th August, The Supreme Court will hear West Bengal’s challenge to a Calcutta High Court order nullifying over 25,000 school staff appointments in September. The court has extended the deadline for responses to August 16 and emphasized the need for a detailed examination of the alleged systemic fraud in the recruitment process. The CBI is also involved in the investigation.
Today, On 5th August, The Supreme Court extended the Gita Mittal committee’s tenure by six months to address the Manipur violence case, allowing more time for investigations and relief efforts. The committee oversees relief and rehabilitation for victims and ensures compensation. This decision emphasizes the ongoing need for justice and rehabilitation in the aftermath of the violence.
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Yesterday, On 16th July, The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, issued a notice to the Defence Ministry in response to Nagaland’s plea to prosecute 30 Army personnel involved in the Mon killings. This comes after the Central government denied prosecution sanction under the Armed Forces Special Powers Act. The incident, which sparked public outcry, occurred during a flawed military operation in December 2021.
The Supreme Court of India directed BMW India Private Limited to compensate a customer with Rs. 50 lakhs for a defective BMW 7 series sold in 2009. The court also quashed a criminal case against BMW and its officials over the persistent defect issue, emphasizing the importance of fair compensation in cases involving defective products.
The Supreme Court today granted relief to Power TV, criticizing the High Court’s decision as political vendetta and emphasizing the protection of freedom of speech and expression. The case involves the sex abuse allegations against former JDS MP Prajwal Revanna. The Supreme Court issued notices to the Union government and others, scheduling further hearings.
The Supreme Court today reversed West Bengal authorities’ decision to cancel a private party’s contract to maintain underpasses in Kolkata, labeling it a “classic case of arbitrariness.” The court emphasized the need for proper explanation before terminating contracts with private parties. The case involved a firm that secured a 10-year contract and faced challenges when the contract was terminated without sufficient reason.
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Today, On 26th June, The Enforcement Directorate (ED) criticized the trial court’s hasty granting of bail to Arvind Kejriwal, emphasizing that it undermined the judicial process’s integrity. The Supreme Court allowed Kejriwal to file a substantial appeal, as the ED highlighted procedural lapses and failure to comply with mandatory conditions. Additionally, the CBI was granted permission to formally arrest Kejriwal.
The Supreme Court of India clarified that the Constitution does not specify criteria for government servant promotions, leaving this to the discretion of the legislature and executive. The bench, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, highlighted the flexibility in determining promotion norms within the administrative framework. This sheds light on the evolving emphasis on merit in promotion criteria. The judgment emphasized that ‘merit-cum-seniority’ and ‘seniority-cum-merit’ are not mandated by law but are flexible and fluid concepts, providing dynamic guidelines for developing promotion policies.
Today, On 16th May, The Supreme Court of India declined to halt the NEET results release, despite allegations of a question paper leak. The plea, raised due to reported leaks and incorrect question papers, requested a re-examination. The court dismissed the request, but issued a notice to the Central government. Concerns over exam integrity and previous similar instances were highlighted.
More than 400 Short Service Commissioned Officers (SSCOs) are seeking post-retirement benefits, alleging discrimination and citing violations of their constitutional rights. They argue that they are denied benefits under various pension schemes and are left without financial support post-retirement. The case, acknowledged by the Supreme Court, could have significant implications for similar cases in various sectors.