NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India on 3rd March, heard a case against Congress MP and poet Imran Pratapgarhi, who is facing police action for sharing a song on social media. The case, which sparked legal and literary discussions, also had moments of humor between Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and senior advocate Kapil Sibal.
Today, On 28th February, The Supreme Court set-aside the Delhi High Court’s stay on the discharge of SS Wazir in a murder case. It ruled that such a stay should only be granted in truly exceptional circumstances. The Court emphasized that unnecessary delays in discharge orders can impact justice. This decision reinforces the principle of fair and timely legal proceedings.
NEW DELHI: Today, 24th Feb, The Supreme Court of India strongly addressed the issue of misleading advertisements in the medical field, particularly those targeting allopathic medicine. The Court is hearing a plea filed by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) against such deceptive ads and has stressed the importance of following Rule 170 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945.
NEW DELHI: Today, 20th Feb, The Supreme Court of India once again put a stay on a rule made by the Andhra Pradesh government that prevents non-Hindus from bidding for shops inside temple premises. This rule was introduced under Government Order (GO) No. 426 in 2015 and was upheld by the Andhra Pradesh High Court in 2019. However, the Supreme Court had already put a stay on the High Court’s decision in 2020.
NEW DELHI: On Tuesday, January 21, the Supreme Court dismissed petitions filed by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) seeking to cancel the bail granted to Chhagan Bhujbal, former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and current NCP MLA, and his nephew Sameer Bhujbal. The case is linked to allegations of money laundering in the Maharashtra Sadan scam.
The Supreme Court directed immediate action to fill vacancies in the Central Information Commission and State Information Commissions, vital for the Right to Information Act’s implementation. A status report regarding these vacancies was requested from various states, with a next hearing set for December 17, 2024, emphasizing the importance of prompt appointments.
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, born on August 2, 1964, in Guwahati, Assam, became a Supreme Court Judge on July 14, 2023. With a long career in law, specializing in revenue and taxation, he served in various judicial positions, including Chief Justice of Telangana High Court. Notable judgments include invalidating the Telangana Eunuchs Act, 1919.
