![[Breaking] Excise Policy Case: SC Deleted Bail Condition Requiring Manish Sisodia To Appear Before ED On Every Monday & Thursday](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image-19.jpeg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court of India today (11th Dec) has relieved Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia by removing a bail condition that required him to report to investigators twice weekly in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Sisodia’s bail was originally granted in August 2024, amid allegations of corruption related to the excise policy.
The Supreme Court on Thursday,(14th Nov) rejected a plea to mandate doctors to inform patients about medication risks, deeming it impractical due to overcrowded pharmacies and doctors’ limited patient consultations. Suggestions for printed forms were dismissed as unfeasible. The court stressed existing responsibilities of manufacturers and pharmacists to provide such information, concluding no legislative gap existed.
![[Gir Somnath Demolition Row]: SC Adjourns Hearing Till December 2](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image-119.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court today (11th Nov) has adjourned the hearing on the alleged demolition drive in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath district until December 2. This follows the Gujarat Government’s request for additional time to file a response, which Solicitor General Tushar Mehta stated would be submitted by the end of the day.
The Supreme Court of India today (23rd Oct) ruled that no trees can be cut for the Kolkata Metro expansion without the Central Empowered Committee’s approval. Petitioners objected to the relocation of nearly 940 trees, claiming they were moved too far. The court emphasized the need for environmental compliance in the project.
![[Bulldozer Action] "Demolitions Carried Out in Strict Provision of Law": SC Praises UP Govt’s Legal Adherence](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-2024-09-04T151817.783.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court praised the Uttar Pradesh Government’s adherence to legal procedures in its ‘bulldozer action’ to demolish properties of individuals accused of crimes. However, the Court also proposed nationwide guidelines to regulate such demolitions and raised concerns about ethical and legal implications, emphasizing the need to ensure adherence to established legal standards.
Justices BR Gavai, Prashant Kumar Mishra, and KV Viswanathan today summoned Maharashtra’s Rajesh Kumar over contemptuous comments in an affidavit regarding construction on forest land. The Court warned of contempt proceedings and criticized the government’s lack of seriousness. The case relates to compliance with compensatory afforestation levy and recent budgetary sops. Court may halt the Ladki Bahin Yojana.
![[BREAKING] "Bail is Rule and Jail is Exception Even in PMLA Cases": Supreme Court While Granting Relief to Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's Aide](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-2024-08-28T115114.205.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court today granted bail to Prem Prakash, an alleged associate of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, in a money laundering case. The court emphasized that bail is the rule and jail is the exception, even in cases under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. It also ruled on the inadmissibility of confessions made by an accused under PMLA to an investigating officer. The bench expressed concerns over the Enforcement Directorate’s ongoing investigation and criticized the filing of multiple chargesheets without completing the trial.
The Supreme Court today appointed former Chief Justice UU Lalit to lead a committee overseeing the appointments of Vice-Chancellors for public universities in West Bengal. This move aims to resolve the dispute between the state government and the Governor over the final authority for these appointments. Justice Lalit will form sub-committees and receive compensation accordingly.
The Supreme Court dismissed a woman’s transfer petition in a matrimonial dispute, highlighting concerns about potential abuse of legal provisions due to her frequent relocations. The Court emphasized the need for fairness and continuity in judicial proceedings, and referred the matter to mediation. This case underscores the Court’s commitment to justice in matrimonial disputes.
The Supreme Court ruled that political parties’ manifesto promises, potentially leading to financial aid for the public, do not constitute ‘corrupt practices’ under the law. The Court emphasized the need for scrutiny and accountability in implementing such promises. A voter’s appeal challenging the Congress party’s promises was rejected, leaving the legal question open for future consideration.