Today, On 11th December, The Supreme Court rejected former IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt’s plea to suspend his 20-year sentence in the 1996 drug seizure case. Justices JK Maheshwari and Vijay Bishnoi refused to consider his appeal, denying him relief.
Today, On 30th October, The Supreme Court has ruled that the ‘Udayasthamana Pooja’ at Kerala’s Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple will be held on December 1 as per long-followed tradition, noting that the sacred day-long ritual has been performed continuously since 1972.
CJI B.R. Gavai enjoyed a camel ride through the sandy deserts of Bikaner, Rajasthan, soaking in the royal ambiance and natural beauty. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal also joined, experiencing the unique landscape and local culture alongside the Chief Justice. Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal made a noteworthy visit […]
The Supreme Court refused to modify the bail conditions of 85-year-old activist P. Varavara Rao, denying his request to move from Mumbai to Hyderabad for medical care. The court allowed him to withdraw the plea, keeping his bail terms unchanged.
The Supreme Court has questioned the Punjab & Haryana High Court for a suspicious delay in uploading an anticipatory bail order, suggesting it was backdated. The apex court has ordered seizure of records and a discreet probe while granting interim relief to the petitioner.
The Supreme Court Collegium has proposed Justices N.V. Anjaria, Vijay Bishnoi, and A.S. Chandurkar for elevation to the Supreme Court of India. Their appointments require final approval from the government. The Collegium aims to fill vacant positions and enhance the court’s strength and diversity.
The Ministry of Law and Justice has appointed new Chief Justices to seven High Courts in India, signaling a significant shift in legal leadership. These appointments, made under the authority of the Constitution of India, aim to strengthen the judiciary’s efficiency and integrity. The Supreme Court Collegium’s recommendation underscores the commitment to enhancing the judiciary’s quality nationwide.
