Supreme Court Judge Justice Narasimha emphasized the need to keep India’s constitutional institutions free from political influence. Speaking at the Justice ES Venkataramiah Centennial Memorial Lecture at NLSIU, Bengaluru, he highlighted the importance of protecting the integrity of these institutions. He explained that staying neutral is crucial for these bodies to uphold the Constitution and serve the public fairly.
Today, On 22nd May, The Supreme Court raised concerns about wealthy MBBS students from private institutions fulfilling national healthcare obligations. Scrutiny aims to address disparities in medical service delivery. Justices questioned if private college attendance exempts students from rural service, proposing a bond for NOC with an option to challenge. The court’s inquiry will advance to the next hearing for clarifications.
The Supreme Court of India is preparing to announce several pivotal verdicts as the year progresses, especially in light of the upcoming retirement of two of its prominent judges. Justice Ravindra Bhat, after serving a tenure of four years, is set to retire on October 20, 2023. Meanwhile, Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, with over six […]
In a significant legal discourse surrounding Article 370, the Supreme Court of India has been deliberating on its implications and the historical context associated with it. The Constitution Bench, comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, and Surya Kant, has been hearing arguments from various senior […]
The Cauvery river water dispute, a longstanding issue between the states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, is set to be revisited by the Supreme Court of India. The apex court has marked August 25 for a hearing, where it will address the application put forth by the State of Tamil Nadu. The southern state has […]
In the ongoing hearings related to Article 370, the Union Government has clarified its stance before the Supreme Court, emphasizing that it has no intention to interfere with the special provisions applicable to North Eastern states or other parts of India. This statement was made in response to concerns raised about the potential implications of […]
In a pivotal hearing concerning Article 370, the Supreme Court of India delved deep into the nuances of the constitutional provision and its implications for the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The Constitution Bench, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud and comprising Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, and Surya […]
In the wake of the unprecedented sexual violence against women in Manipur during the recent ethnic clashes, women-centric citizens’ network groups have filed intervention applications in the Supreme Court. They are calling for the formation of an independent Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the violence under the court’s supervision. The groups include Women in […]
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a public interest litigation (PIL) petition filed by the National Federation of Indian Women (NFIW), raising concerns over the increasing incidents of mob violence and lynching of Muslims, particularly by ‘cow vigilantes’. The PIL comes despite the court’s previous ruling in the Tehseen Poonawalla case, where […]