Today, On 6th February, Supreme Court allows termination of a 30-week unwanted pregnancy, emphasizing that reproductive autonomy is a fundamental right for women.The Court stated that no court can force a woman, especially a minor, to continue an unwanted pregnancy.
Today, On 5th February, The Supreme Court lifted the ban on Anurag Singh Thakur from associating with the BCCI after hearing his plea seeking removal of the restriction imposed through paragraph 25(ii) of the 2017 order implementing the Lodha Committee reforms framework.
The Karnataka High Court, lifted the ban on bike taxis. The Court said the State may impose regulatory conditions but cannot reject taxi registration applications merely because the vehicle is a motorcycle.
The Delhi High Court’s full bench ruled that candidates delayed in joining the Border Security Force due to medical reviews cannot claim seniority over those who joined earlier. This decision hinges on “continuous regular appointment” per Rule 8 of the Recruitment Rules.
Today, On 19th December, Delhi High Court set aside the Lokpal sanction allowing the CBI to file a chargesheet against TMC MP Mahua Moitra in the cash-for-query case. The court directed the Lokpal to relook into the matter afresh within one month.
In the ongoing Budaun temple-mosque dispute involving the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple and Shamsi Jama Masjid, the local court has rescheduled the hearing to July 5, extending the wait for a crucial legal decision.
The Bombay High Court ruled that dependent parents of a deceased, unmarried government employee are entitled to a family pension. This decision ensures financial support for elderly parents left behind after their child’s death.
Today, On 10th January, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the reduction in JEE Advanced attempts, emphasizing that commitments made to students cannot be arbitrarily retracted. However, the court provided relief to candidates who dropped out between November 5 and November 18, 2024, by permitting them to register for the exam. The decision balances adherence to policy with fairness for affected students.
The Delhi High Court reinstated a Delhi University law student dismissed for attendance shortfall due to a medical condition, overturning a previous decision. The court emphasized the importance of a nuanced and compassionate approach towards attendance policies, setting a precedent for educational institutions to consider individual circumstances. The decision highlights the need for empathy and flexibility in addressing health-related attendance challenges.
Jharkhand: The Jharkhand High Court upheld the previous decision mandating the announcement of dates for municipal elections, dismissing the State Government’s appeal. The court declined to intervene, directing the state to conduct civic elections and announce polling dates within three weeks. The decision came after a writ petition expressing concern over the delay in conducting the elections.
