The Supreme Court is deliberating a discrimination case involving a transwoman teacher dismissed from two schools in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh after her gender identity became known. The court reserved its judgment, emphasizing that employment termination based on identity is unacceptable, thus highlighting ongoing issues of equality and inclusivity in workplaces.
![[Section 498A IPC] Delay of Complaint For 12 Years Doesn't Rule Out Cruelty Towards Wife: Supreme Court](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Court-No-6-copy-2.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court reinforced that delays in filing complaints about marital cruelty do not negate the existence of such cruelty, as evidenced in a case involving a deceased woman’s husband and in-laws. While they were not charged with abetting suicide, proceedings under Section 498A IPC will continue based on allegations of mental and physical harassment.
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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 Ministry of Law and Justice said on Tuesday (Dec 10) that it is committed to handling family court cases with “care and sensitivity,” amid public outrage over the suicide of a Bengaluru-based techie. Atul Subhash, who was found hanging at his Bengaluru home on Monday, left behind a 24-page suicide note and a 90-minute video detailing allegations of harassment and extortion against his wife and her family, and family court judge.
The Supreme Court warned against the misuse of the law in marital dispute cases lodged by women against their husbands and families, saying that it cannot be used as a “tool to unleash personal vendetta”. A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and N Kotiswar Singh on Tuesday (Dec 10) made the observation while setting aside a cruelty case filed against a man and his family under Section 498(A), which the Telangana High Court had refused to dismiss earlier.
The INDIA Bloc plans to approach the Supreme Court, alleging manipulation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in Maharashtra’s recent assembly elections, causing significant concerns among opposition parties. As Delhi’s assembly elections approach, they strategize to ensure electoral fairness while facing losses attributed to EVM favoritism towards the ruling BJP-led coalition.
Senior Advocate Sanjoy Ghose has accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of abusing political power to benefit billionaire George Soros. Allegations include manipulating government policies and tenders, coercing media and businesses, undermining bureaucratic processes, and facilitating contracts with foreign governments. Ghose’s statements raise significant concerns about corruption and accountability in Indian politics.
Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna addressed the “black coat syndrome” at a Human Rights Day event, emphasizing the importance of human rights for fostering peace. He highlighted the need for reforms in the justice system, addressing overcrowding in jails, and ensuring compassion towards marginalized groups, especially undertrial prisoners and the elderly.
Justice Surya Kant of the Supreme Court expressed grave concerns about elderly and terminally ill prisoners’ rights during a Human Rights Day event by NALSA. He noted that medical protections for these individuals are often theoretical and inadequate. Kant emphasized the necessity for compassionate measures and streamlined processes for compassionate release to uphold their dignity within the justice system.
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The Supreme Court is scrutinizing illegal tree felling in Delhi’s Ridge, demanding details on affluent beneficiaries and a comprehensive afforestation plan. The court expressed concern over ecological damage from road widening and a lack of independent monitoring for restoration efforts. The case, highlighting accountability for environmental violations, is set for hearing in January 2025.