The Supreme Court mandated that states must inform convicts about denial reasons for remission applications within one week. It emphasized that rejection orders should clarify grounds for refusal and encouraged accessibility of remission policies. The Court also disapproved of delaying applications due to pending appeals, affirming efficient processing of all remission requests.
The Supreme Court of India annulled a condition imposed by the Gujarat Government that required a murder convict to “behave decently” for two years as a prerequisite for remission. The Court deemed the condition arbitrary and vague, violating constitutional rights, while upholding a second condition related to criminal conduct but emphasizing adherence to natural justice in revocation processes.
The Himachal Pradesh government is challenging the Punjab government’s lawsuit regarding control of the Shanan Hydropower Project, which arose after a 99-year lease expired. The Supreme Court will address the maintainability of this suit on November 8, with Himachal Pradesh arguing that Punjab lacks valid cause of action.
Today, On 3rd September, The Supreme Court requested a report after discovering that a former Madras High Court judge issued detailed judgments after retirement. Justice T Mathivanan’s actions prompted scrutiny, with concerns raised about judicial propriety. The Court’s demand for an investigation reflects its commitment to upholding the integrity of the judicial process.
The Supreme Court today questioned the Delhi High Court’s involvement in deciding the main bar body for the Rouse Avenue District Court. The High Court’s recognition of the Central Delhi Court Bar Association was disputed by other bar associations. The Supreme Court issued notice on the appeal and scheduled further consideration after four weeks.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta today requested adjournment for the bail plea hearing of former TN minister Senthil Balaji. The Supreme Court agreed, rescheduling the matter for July 12. Balaji was arrested by the ED in a money laundering case. The case has faced multiple rejections in lower courts, with the Madras High Court denying his bail petition in February.
Today, On 9th July, The Supreme Court criticized the government for not implementing the Disability Act and addressing vacancies for disabled individuals. It mandated the appointment of a visually impaired candidate who passed the Civil Services Examination in 2009, and directed the consideration of 10 other visually impaired candidates for appointment to backlog vacancies. Appointments should be made within three months.
Today(on 9th July),The Supreme Court reprimanded advocate Ashok Pandey for not depositing a Rs 50,000 fine for filing a “meritless” plea and directed him to pay within two weeks. Justices Abhay S. Oka and Augustine George Masih rejected Pandey’s request for more time, despite his claim of filing petitions in support of former CJI Dipak Misra in 2018 during allegations against Misra.
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Today, On 24th June, The Supreme Court granted OAS officer Bijaya Ketan Sahoo interim protection from arrest in a money laundering case, amid allegations of amassing disproportionate assets. The case involves acquiring properties linked to the “proceeds of crime,” and Sahoo is directed to appear before the special PMLA court within two weeks. The plea argued against sudden arrest after being free for years during the investigation.
The Supreme Court will hear Odisha Administrative Service officer Bijaya Ketan Sahoo’s plea for anticipatory bail in a money laundering case involving disproportionate assets. The case, initiated by the Enforcement Directorate, alleges unreported income funnelled into properties and investments. Orissa High Court previously refused anticipatory bail, citing a prima facie case. Subsequent summons have been issued, and a hearing is scheduled for June 24.