Centre Adheres Supreme Court Ruling, Revises Prison Manual to Eliminate Caste Discrimination

In a directive issued on December 30, the ministry emphasized that there should be no caste-based discrimination or segregation in prisons, including in the assignment of duties or work. New Delhi: The Union Home Ministry updated the prison manual rules to prevent discrimination, classification, and segregation of inmates based on caste. In a directive issued […]

Karnataka HC Response: State’s Alleged Violation of ‘Contempt of Courts Act’ Orders

On Monday(8th April), The Karnataka High Court expressed concern over state authorities’ casual attitude towards complying with court orders, stressing that delayed compliance is akin to contempt of court. It issued notices to various government and semi-government bodies and raised questions about compliance procedures. The matter is scheduled for further hearing on June 5.