NEW DELHI: Rajiv Kumar, the Chief Election Commissioner, is set to retire in February, and this has once again drawn attention to an important issue before the Supreme Court. On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, the court discussed the need to speed up a decision on the legality of a new law that impacts the appointment of Election Commissioners. This law gives significant control to the Central government.
The Supreme Court today issued a notice in a PIL for increased awareness of anti-rape laws in schools and society. It responds to rising violence against women, emphasizing the need for effective communication of laws. The petition questions the efficacy of harsh punishments and highlights the importance of transforming societal attitudes through education and awareness.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL against IAS Officer Aunjaneya Kumar Singh, who had lodged 66 FIRs against Azam Khan and his sons. The court ruled that PILs cannot be entertained in service matters, only by non-appointees challenging the legality or extension of an officer. Singh’s actions were related to the model code of conduct during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
Today(on 22nd April), The Supreme Court dismissed Greeshma’s plea to annul the final report in the Parassala murder case, upholding the Crime Branch DySP’s authority. Greeshma’s dissatisfaction with the High Court’s ruling led to the challenge. The case now shifts focus to the upcoming trial proceedings in the Sessions Court.
New delhi: The recent statement “We will rip you apart” by Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah sparked a debate about judicial decorum. Judges expressed concern over the appropriateness of such language for a high judicial position, citing the need for impartial discussions and maintaining sobriety in court proceedings. Past rulings emphasize the high standards of behavior expected from judges.