The Supreme Court has directed the Union to file a detailed affidavit, with layout plans, on the space allotted under the Central Vista redevelopment plan for the 135-year-old Central Secretariat Library, which houses about 8.5 lakh books. New Delhi: The Supreme Court has asked the Union Government to file an affidavit giving full specifications of […]
The Supreme Court has registered a suo motu case over the proposed relocation of the 135-year-old Central Secretariat Library in Delhi, which houses more than 8.5 lakh books, amid concerns that no space has been allocated for it under the Central Vista plan, while the Housing Ministry says space has been earmarked under the Kartavya Path redevelopment plan.
Today, On 29th July, A student from Delhi appealed to Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, expressing anguish over recent student deaths caused by flooding in coaching center basements. The student highlighted poor infrastructure, negligence by officials, and the necessity to protect students’ rights. The incident sparked arrests, debate in Parliament, and demands for justice and compensation.
Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud visited Sri Venkateswara Vedic University in Tirupati, emphasizing the importance of digitizing ancient manuscripts. He commended SVVU and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams for their joint efforts in the ‘Palm Leaf Edicts Digitization Project’ to preserve and make accessible this wealth of knowledge for future generations.
