Today, On 22nd July, The Supreme Court has declined to hear ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel’s plea challenging his nephew Vijay Baghel’s election petition, asking him to instead approach the High Court to raise maintainability issues first.
The Bombay High Court dismissed an election petition filed against Nitin Gadkari. The court ruled that there was no direct or indirect interference by Gadkari in the election results. It found no evidence of any attempt to manipulate the outcome. The verdict reinforces Gadkari’s clean electoral conduct, bringing an end to the legal challenge.
Today, On 13th March, The Kerala High Court ruled that printers and advertisers will be held accountable for illegal hoardings put up by their clients. It emphasized that those involved in creating and displaying such advertisements cannot evade responsibility. Additionally, the court stated that the removal of illegal boards and flags, both present and future, will be the duty of local self-government secretaries.
Today, On 25th October, The Kerala High Court ruled that the Model Code of Conduct for the upcoming Lok Sabha by-elections must not hinder ongoing relief efforts in landslide-affected Wayanad, emphasizing the protection of ecological areas during campaigning. The Court also mandated adherence to eco-friendly practices and called for an assessment of residents’ financial conditions due to accumulated debts.
The Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to a former Uttar Pradesh principal secretary for providing false statements regarding delays in processing remission applications in the state’s prisons. The Court criticized the official’s inconsistent explanations and emphasized that his actions had jeopardized someone else’s liberty. The case is ongoing, with the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh instructed to provide an explanation by September 24.
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On Tuesday(on 27th August), the Supreme Court of India reprimanded UP’s Principal Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh for submitting misleading affidavits, declaring that dishonesty from IAS officers will not be tolerated. Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih criticized Singh’s false affidavit, despite Additional Advocate General Garima Prasad’s defense of a misunderstanding.
The Supreme Court today directed the Maharashtra Government to transfer land to the Bombay High Court by September 7 for a new building. The court emphasized the project’s importance to avoid election-related delays. The state government committed to transferring the land by specified dates, and progress is being made to accommodate the high court’s facilities.
