The Supreme Court cancelled anticipatory bail granted to three police officers accused of extorting a railway passenger, observing that unlawful conduct by law enforcers undermines public confidence in the justice system and warrants thorough investigation into allegations of abuse of official authority.
The Supreme Court criticised the Centre for failing to hold regular meetings on issues faced by North East Indians and called its approach careless. The Court also raised concern over ongoing racial discrimination and lack of sensitivity, keeping the matter pending for strict compliance.
The Supreme Court is considering whether former Manipur CM N Biren Singh’s voice sample should be taken to verify an edited audio clip linked to the 2023 Manipur violence. The Court asked forensic experts what more is needed to confirm the authenticity of the recording.
The Supreme Court held that cancellation of a land acquisition award for fraud by some landowners does not invalidate awards of untainted owners, as Justices Sanjay Kumar and K Vinod Chandran restored compensation denied due to others’ alleged misconduct.
Senior Advocate Shyam Divan flagged that the Discoms vs JSW case was shifted from the Supreme Court’s roster bench without explanation, raising serious concerns. The Court has now directed the matter to be listed before the appropriate bench in December.
The Supreme Court expressed strong concern after two Kerala students in Delhi were forced to speak Hindi and mocked for wearing a lungi, reminding that “we are one country.” The court said discrimination based on culture or language is “unacceptable.”
The Supreme Court dismissed SSC aspirant Vikas Patra’s plea, firmly stating, “You are ineligible.” The Court also questioned SSC over refund delays and lack of transparency in candidate lists.
The Supreme Court directed Maharashtra to form a Special Investigation Team with Hindu and Muslim officers for the 2023 Akola riots probe. The bench said, “A person after donning the police uniform must rise above all kinds of biasness.”
Today, On 8th August, In the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, Chief Justice Gavai has agreed to an early hearing of advocate Surendra Gadling’s bail plea. The Supreme Court aims to expedite the process after repeated adjournments.
In the 2016 teacher recruitment scam, the Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking the release of 22 lakh OMR sheets. Justice Sanjay Kumar’s Bench said such disclosure is not mandatory, creating uncertainty for disqualified teachers.
