Today, On 17th December, The Supreme Court deliberating on the case of two female judicial officers dismissed by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, who argue their terminations were punitive and lacked fairness. Both were on probation, with claims of unfair disciplinary processes. The court has reserved judgment, considering issues of justice and procedural rights.
Alt-News co-founder Mohammed Zubair’s plea against an FIR related to his tweet about Yati Narsinghanand was mistakenly heard by a recused judge. His legal team highlighted the error, prompting reassignment to a new bench. The case raises important questions regarding judicial procedures and media freedom in India amid tensions over communal remarks.
The Supreme Court ruled that witness testimony from relatives cannot be dismissed solely based on familial connections. It emphasized a careful evaluation of such testimonies. The appellant’s conviction was reduced due to evidence showing no premeditation in a heated altercation, leading to his release after serving nearly ten years in prison.
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Court’s designation of 70 lawyers as Senior Advocates. Following the designation process, a committee member resigned, alleging the final list was altered without his approval. The Supreme Court’s response will address concerns about the transparency of the designation process.
The Rajasthan High Court ruled that the right to live with dignity includes a husband’s duty to his family, granting interim bail to a man to care for his critically ill wife. The court emphasized that fulfilling familial responsibilities is essential to personal dignity, citing Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.
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Yesterday, On 26th October, the Supreme Court ruled that murder charges do not automatically justify bail denial, emphasizing individual rights and the presumption of innocence. While granting bail to an accused, the Court criticized rigid bail practices and highlighted the need for nuanced case-specific evaluations in pre-trial detention, reinforcing fairness in the justice system.
Today, On 23rd October, the Supreme Court rejected Swamy Shraddananda’s appeal against his life imprisonment for murdering his wife, reaffirming the lower court’s decision. Shraddananda, 84, had challenged the ruling, asserting violations of his constitutional rights. The court emphasized that presidential pardon powers apply even with life sentences, leaving him to serve his term.
Today, On 23rd October, the Delhi High Court scheduled a January 22 hearing for Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against Enforcement Directorate summons related to the excise policy case. Kejriwal seeks legal relief amid investigations into alleged irregularities and money laundering, arguing the process is politically motivated and unconstitutional.
Today(9th September), The Supreme Court of India ruled that an accused already in custody can still seek anticipatory bail in a separate case if not arrested for that specific matter. The verdict, delivered by a Bench including CJI DY Chandrachud, clarifies the right to pre-arrest bail despite existing judicial custody.
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