An advocate has moved the Allahabad High Court’s Lucknow Bench, seeking Rs 1 crore from the Union Law Ministry for allegedly protecting former CJI Dipak Misra from “humiliation, insult, torture, and removal.” The court will hear the plea today.
The Allahabad High Court instructed the Uttar Pradesh government to address the relocation request of the Hathras rape victim’s family for their safety. The court emphasized the urgency following delays since February 2024 and required a prompt response from the District Magistrate, with compliance to be assessed by January 2025.
The Allahabad High Court permitted the withdrawal of a petition that delayed the Milkipur assembly bypoll, allowing the Election Commission of India to proceed with scheduling it. The petition contested the election of SP MLA Awadhesh Prasad, which became vacant after his Lok Sabha election in June.
Today, On 23rd October, the Allahabad High Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for not responding to a case regarding demolitions in Bahraich. The court expressed frustration over delays and instructed the state to provide detailed information about the road’s category. Affected residents were given 15 days to respond to demolition notices.
A special bench of the High Court temporarily stayed the demolition of allegedly illegal structures in Bahraich, providing the accused 15 days to respond to the notices. The court emphasized the need for clarity in construction authorizations and directed state authorities to consider responses carefully before making decisions. The next hearing is set for October 23.
Today, On 20th September, the Supreme Court adjourned Maneka Gandhi’s petition against the election of Samajwadi Party candidate Ram Bhual Nishad until September 30. Gandhi contends irregularities, including Nishad’s failure to disclose his full criminal record. Her appeal challenges the Allahabad High Court’s ruling that her petition was time-barred under election law.
The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court, led by Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Mohd FA Khan, denied bail to former UP minister Gayatri Prasad Prajapati, who is serving a life sentence for gang rape. His appeal against conviction followed a 2017 Supreme Court directive leading to his arrest.
General category candidates in Uttar Pradesh have appealed to the Supreme Court about the 69,000 teacher recruitment process, contesting the government’s reservation policies. Tensions have risen, leading to protests and clashes. The Allahabad High Court’s invalidated merit list has caused unrest among candidates. The Yogi Adityanath government has chosen not to challenge this decision.
Today, On 22nd August, The Allahabad High Court reserved its decision on Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh’s bail plea linked to a 2001 protest case. Singh, convicted earlier this year, does not need to surrender before the Sultanpur court until the High Court rules. The case involves poor electricity supply protest, resulting in arrest warrants.
The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to issue a new selection list for 69,000 assistant teacher positions, in response to concerns about improper application of reservation quotas. This ruling impacts previously appointed teachers and aims to uphold social justice, with support and criticism from political figures.
