The Supreme Court Today (June 26) said it will hear a fresh challenge in July against Maharashtra’s new Maratha reservation law. The plea says the law tries to bypass previous court rulings and violates the 50% reservation limit.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated the Maharashtra State Election Commission to schedule local body elections within four weeks, maintaining OBC reservation rules as they were before the 2022 report. The elections must conclude within four months, allowing for extensions only under justified circumstances, emphasizing timely governance and clarity in representation.
The Supreme Court of India directed the return of podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia’s passport after the Maharashtra government confirmed the investigation into his remarks was complete. The court noted Allahbadia’s cooperation during the probe and advised filing a writ petition for further relief, scheduling the next hearing for Monday.
Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended the proposed Special Public Safety Act aimed at combating threats from Maoist organisations relocating to urban areas. The law, discussed with journalist bodies, focuses on unlawful activities while ensuring citizen freedom. Offenses will be cognizable and non-bailable, with severe penalties for association with unlawful groups.