The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) will operate from 2:30 PM on January 22, aligning with the Ram Mandir inauguration at Ayodhya. This decision, in line with government office closures until 2:30 PM, reflects the event’s national significance. Adjournments for scheduled cases will be facilitated, ensuring minimal disruption while acknowledging the inauguration’s importance.
A Jammu court is grappling with the applicability of the Code of Civil Procedure following the abrogation of Article 370. Several cases have challenged the amendments made by the J&K Reorganisation (Adaptation of Central Law) Order, 2020. These legal proceedings hold significant implications for the region’s legal framework.
The Gujarat High Court directed officials at Sabarmati central jail to ensure legal representation for one of the 38 convicts in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial bomb blasts case, highlighting the court’s commitment to due legal process. This move underscores the judiciary’s dedication to upholding the rights of the accused, even in cases involving severe penalties.
The Madras High Court dismissed 13 Indian companies’ appeals against Google’s new billing policy. The companies were granted temporary protection from delisting for three weeks. The legal battle began in 2020 when Google mandated the use of its billing system. This case highlights the power struggle between tech giants and smaller companies in the digital market.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued show cause notices to YouTube and Facebook officials in response to a contempt petition, alleging their failure to remove objectionable posts targeting Hindu spiritual leader Acharya Dhirendra Shastri. The court directed key officials to respond within four weeks, emphasizing the legal responsibilities of social media platforms in protecting individual reputations.
The Calcutta High Court has granted permission to the Indian Secular Front (ISF) to hold a rally at Victoria House, Kolkata, under strict conditions. State’s challenge on this order is now with the division bench. The decision balances public safety, democratic principles, and historical significance of the venue, adding complexity to the case.
The Supreme Court of India will hear applications from convicts in the Bilkis Bano case seeking an extension to surrender after a decision overturning their early release. The court ruled that the Gujarat government lacked jurisdiction to grant remission, setting a two-week surrender deadline. The case, involving multiple legal representatives, continues to attract public interest.
The Gujarat government raised questions about the selective focus on alleged fake encounters in the state from 2002 to 2006, asking petitioners to justify their intent. The Supreme Court scheduled a hearing for the pleas filed by journalist BG Verghese (deceased) and lyricist Javed Akhtar, indicating the potential impact on law enforcement and human rights discourse in India.
The Calcutta High Court dismissed a plea to halt the Trinamool Congress’s religious harmony rally coinciding with the Ram Mandir inauguration, emphasizing peace and order while allowing the rally, provided it avoids hate speech and safeguards public harmony. The court’s ruling underscores the judiciary’s commitment to preventing unrest during significant public events.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the immediate release of a 25-year-old woman who was illegally detained by her parents in Bengaluru to prevent her from pursuing a relationship and career in Dubai. The court emphasized the woman’s right to make her own decisions and criticized the Karnataka High Court for mishandling the case, ordering compliance with its directions by January 22.