The Supreme Court postponed hearing bail pleas of Delhi riots accused Tasleem Ahmed and Abdul Khalid Saifi in cases linked to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots after Additional Solicitor General S V Raju said detailed arguments would require substantial time before the Bench.
Justice Abhay Oka of the Supreme Court highlighted concerns about the rise of “mob rule” in India, where politicians promise death penalty for offenders, despite only the judiciary having the authority. He emphasized the need to preserve the judiciary’s independence and ensure timely, fair judgments, in light of recent events. Other speakers emphasized the importance of safeguarding constitutional values through education and awareness.
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the oath-taking method of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, eight Cabinet Ministers, and thirty-seven MLAs. The court ruled the oaths were in compliance with constitutional format, acknowledging the societal respect for revered figures. The petitioner’s argument for violating the constitutional mandate was dismissed, emphasizing understanding of India’s diverse practices.
