The Karnataka High Court directed a green Lamborghini owner, caught on video driving recklessly, to perform community service as a condition to quash the criminal case against him. “Go in your Lamborghini, sweep the streets,” the Bench said, rejecting his offer to teach students about traffic rules as ironic.
The Supreme Court took a firm stand against corruption as it refused to hear the bail plea of a 70-year-old lawyer accused of seeking a Rs.30-lakh bribe, stating he attempted to “sell the judiciary.” The bench told him, “You tried to sell a judge in the open market.”
The Supreme Court warned of rising child trafficking, saying gangs operate nationwide and the situation could spiral out of control. It stressed that states and their home departments hold primary responsibility, even though the court can supervise also.
Today, On 24th March, The Supreme Court asked whether the Enforcement Directorate can seek relief from the West Bengal government after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly obstructed its raid at I-PAC, raising broader concerns over accountability and legal recourse.
Today, on 26th February, the Supreme Court imposed a blanket ban on the NCERT textbook on judicial corruption, issued notice to the NCERT Director, stated “It is a calculated move… This is a deep rooted conspiracy!” and sought details of the National Syllabi Board members.
Today, On 25th February, The Supreme Court sharply criticised the new Class 8 NCERT Social Science textbook for sections alleging “corruption in the judiciary,” with CJI Surya Kant taking suo motu note. He said, “I will not allow anyone to defame the institution. Law will take its course.”
The Patna High Court sharply criticised the Bihar Government for failing to enforce prohibition, warning that such lapses endanger citizens. It noted that ineffective implementation has fuelled illicit liquor networks and heightened alcoholism across the state in Bihar.
The Delhi High Court strongly rebuked police officials for concealing vital evidence, submitting misleading status reports, and failing to assist the prosecution in a murder case. The Court called their conduct “complete insensitivity” and ordered action against them.
The Supreme Court of India slammed the Government of Odisha for unexplained delays in filing appeals, calling its conduct lazy and terming the justification a lame excuse. Justices Dipankar Datta and Satish Chandra Sharma said deadline failures undermined discipline.
Today, On 11th February, The Supreme Court instructed the Calcutta High Court to examine materials submitted by the National Investigation Agency to determine whether invoking the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act was justified in investigating the January 10 attack on Suvendhu Adhikari’s convoy.
