Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced a digital program to integrate judicial data and improve access to court services. He said the judiciary is introducing the ‘One Case One Data’ initiative to unify information from all courts.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant praised Solicitor General Tushar Mehta for writing two books, saying he has entered the legal world with sharp quips and a keen eye. CJI Kant commended Mehta’s insight and contribution to legal scholarship.
The Bombay High Court said that genuine residents cannot be kept in endless administrative limbo due to faulty biometric records, issuing multiple directions to the UIDAI while granting relief to twin brothers facing persistent Aadhaar updation issues today.
The Kerala High Court ruled that the Kerala State Minority Commission exceeded its authority by ordering eviction proceedings, holding that only a competent civil court can issue such directions against individuals belonging to minority communities under applicable law.
The Supreme Court held that no person can be allowed to benefit from his or her own wrongdoing, ruling that anyone accused of murdering someone or abetting the act will be barred from inheriting the victim’s property today.
The Supreme Court of India restored dismissal of a Bihar Police constable accused of using a forged identity while simultaneously serving in the Jharkhand Police, observing that fraud, impersonation and dishonesty in public employment violate the integrity, discipline and trust expected from police personnel.
The coordination committee of three Patna High Court bar associations announced a May 15 work abstention, citing escalating tensions in court. It alleged that conduct of some “judges towards advocates has become abusive, insulting and hitting below the belt,” creating serious concern.
The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court halted further joining of candidates selected in the RO/ARO Recruitment Examination 2023 after allegations of improper reservation implementation, while fixing May 12 for hearing a special appeal filed by candidates challenging the selection process.
CAM, SAM & Latham & Watkins are advising Zepto as the company prepares for a major IPO plan. Their combined expertise is expected to strengthen the rapid-commerce platform’s strategy and support its push toward a high-value market debut.
