Justice Aniruddha Bose said the rule of law must keep pace with technology to avoid a “digital apartheid.” He praised India’s digital growth but cautioned against misuse of AI and manipulated digital evidence in judiciary.
The Meghalaya High Court has retracted its earlier order that sought Supreme Court approval to continue hearing the case, following the apex court’s directive to transfer all pending stray dog matters directly under its jurisdiction.
Stray dogs in Meghalaya must first be captured, vaccinated, and medically treated before being released into public spaces, the High Court ruled, stressing public safety, humane treatment, and strict compliance with judicial directions on managing aggressive or biter dogs.
The Meghalaya High Court told the Supreme Court that stray dogs in the state are more violent than in other regions. The court said such dogs are a “grave danger” and requested to retain the PIL on this issue.
Former CJI D.Y. Chandrachud said judges heal society not only through rulings but also by listening patiently. Speaking at Meghalaya High Court’s Independence Day event, he stressed freedom, diversity, and youth empowerment.
Former CJI DY Chandrachud called Donald Trump’s 50% tariff on Indian oil imports from Russia a “new challenge to our sovereignty.” He urged youth to safeguard diversity and stressed judges must heal society with empathy.
The Centre has confirmed the appointment of Justice Biswadeep Bhattacharjee as Permanent Judge of the Meghalaya High Court, marking a significant step in judicial appointments in the Northeast.
Meghalaya High Court to review legislation impacting surname choice in the matrilineal Khasi community, as legal challenges arise over ST certificate eligibility linked to surname restrictions.
Raja Raghuvanshi’s family plans to request narco-analysis tests for his wife Sonam and her alleged lover Raj Kushwaha in their investigation into his honeymoon murder in Meghalaya. With seven arrests and unclear motives, they believe these tests may reveal crucial information overlooked in regular interrogations, pushing for justice in the case.
The Supreme Court imposed costs of Rs 5 lakh on the Central government for needlessly challenging a Meghalaya High Court order. The amount was directed to be deposited in the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund within two months.
