Today, On 6th June, The Supreme Court ruled that compensating victims in criminal cases should not reduce the accused’s sentence. Such payments aim to rehabilitate victims, not to mitigate punishment, and using compensation to lessen sentences would disrupt criminal justice. The court stressed the importance of considering victims separately from sentencing and directed additional compensation for the convicts.
The Supreme Court of India suspended the refund of water cess to power firms in Himachal Pradesh, overturning a previous ruling by the High Court. This impacts hydroelectric projects in the region and aims to address legalities around the imposition and refund of water cess. The dispute will be heard by the Supreme Court in July.
Today, On 16th May, The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) withdrew its petition from the Supreme Court seeking office land in New Delhi, indicating a shift in strategy. The party aims to explore alternative solutions outside the judicial process. This decision follows the ongoing proceedings at the Delhi High Court and the rejection of their land allocation request.
Today, On 16th May, the Supreme Court questioned the Election Commission of India about the delay in publishing total votes polled within 48 hours of polling. The court urged transparency and timely dissemination of election data. The ECI’s response is awaited. This development showcases the judiciary’s role in ensuring electoral transparency. The ECI has been directed to respond to the petition seeking disclosure of final authenticated voter turnout data within 48 hours of polling. This request is in light of concerns over the substantial increase in final voter turnout data compared to initial estimates, raising questions about the correctness of the data. The Supreme Court has given the ECI a week to file its reply, with the case set for consideration on May 24.
Today, On 6th May, The Supreme Court extended the stay on the CBI probe into the Bengal School Jobs Scam until May 7. The decision follows the appeal by the West Bengal government against the annulment of teacher appointments by Calcutta High Court. The case involves allegations of fraudulent selection procedures, prompting a call for CBI investigation.
The Supreme Court is set to review the Bengal Government’s plea regarding the cancellation of 25,753 school job appointments by the Calcutta High Court. The decision holds significance for job seekers and reflects ongoing legal debates on employment matters in the region. The Court also instructed the CBI to refrain from coercive action against state officials pending further hearings.
Supreme Court of India, under the leadership of Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra is set to hear a series of petitions challenging the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) of 2019. The Supreme Court of India, under the leadership of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra is set to […]
The Supreme Court Today reserved judgment on whether mineral royalties are considered a tax under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act of 1957. The nine-judge bench, led by CJI DY Chandrachud, engaged in extensive deliberations over eight days, addressing appeals from state governments, mining entities, and public sector undertakings. This decision is highly anticipated for its potential impact on India’s regulatory landscape.
The Supreme Court of India on Monday has initiated a crucial hearing to resolve the longstanding debate on whether the royalty paid on mineral extraction, as outlined in the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, constitutes a tax. This significant legal question, which has seen conflicting interpretations over the years, could have wide-reaching […]
Sharad Pawar, the leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), has sought an urgent hearing in the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) decision. This pivotal order by the ECI recognized the faction led by Ajit Pawar as the legitimate NCP, a move that has stirred considerable controversy and debate within political […]