The Supreme Court condemned lawyer strikes, warning of consequences for the Faizabad Bar Association for abstaining from work. The court emphasized the negative impact of strikes on the justice system and demanded undertakings from all members to never strike again. This precedes a panel takeover and elections by December 2024. The court’s stance upholds its past disapproval of lawyer strikes.
![[Social Media Abuse] "Trolling is Unfortunate. We Also Get Trolled When We Rule in Favour of One Side": Supreme Court](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-8-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 2nd September, The Supreme Court granted bail to Bibhav Kumar, an aide of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in a case involving alleged assault. Justices advised ignoring social media abuse and trolling and highlighted the challenges of navigating such issues. They acknowledged facing similar trolling and emphasized the broader issue of social media abuse for public figures and institutions.
The Supreme Court today has postponed Abbas Ansari’s bail plea hearing regarding an alleged unauthorized meeting with his wife at Chitrakoot jail. The court has given the Uttar Pradesh Government one week to respond, rescheduling the case for September. Ansari challenges denial of bail and his involvement in money laundering cases. Seven individuals, including Ansari’s wife, were arrested.
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The Supreme Court today directed the DGPs of Punjab and Haryana to meet within a week to discuss the partial reopening of the Shambhu border. They emphasized the need for ambulances and essential services to move freely. The court also instructed the Punjab Government to negotiate with protesting farmers and announced plans to form an apolitical panel for negotiations.
Today, On 7th August, The Supreme Court urged the Enforcement Directorate to improve the quality of its prosecutions due to low conviction rates in money laundering cases. It emphasized the need for stronger legal strategies and scientific investigations. This comes after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs reported only 40 convictions out of 5,297 cases filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
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Today, On 7th August, The Supreme Court postponed the hearing to August 28 for petitions seeking a reconsideration of the 2022 Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) verdict, acknowledging the complexity and importance of the matters being reviewed. This delay aims to provide all parties adequate time to prepare and addresses critical questions about the scope and limits of the ED’s powers.
![[Swati Maliwal Assault Case] Does Delhi Chief Minister Office Need Goons? SC Slams Delhi CM Aide Bibhav Kumar](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-design-.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court today strongly criticized Delhi Chief Minister’s aide Bibhav Kumar over assaulting AAP MP Swati Maliwal, calling his actions shocking and likening them to a “goon” entering the Chief Minister’s residence. The court highlighted the inappropriateness of such behavior and questioned Kumar’s lack of remorse. Despite his bail plea, the court expressed dismay over the incident and Kumar’s attitude.
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The Supreme Court today dismissed a plea seeking permission for detained politicians to campaign virtually during elections, upholding the Delhi High Court’s decision. The bench criticized the petition for targeting a specific politician and noted “mala fide intent.” The plea, filed in the public interest, was considered unnecessary, with the High Court warning of potential risks if such provision were allowed.
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The Supreme Court today granted bail to Ashish Mishra, son of former Union Minister Ajay Mishra, in connection with the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence. His movements are restricted to Delhi or Lucknow. The court also approved bail for farmers involved in the case and instructed the trial court to expedite proceedings, prioritizing the case.
The Haryana government appealed to the Supreme Court against a High Court order to remove barricades at the Shambhu border. The barricades were set up due to farmer protests demanding a legal guarantee for minimum support price for crops. The Supreme Court questioned the state’s authority to block the highway and emphasized the need to regulate traffic.