YouTuber Samay Raina appeared before the National Commission for Women and submitted a written apology for allegedly disrespectful comments about women during his show ‘India’s Got Latent’. The NCW had earlier issued him a notice.
At Delhi University’s inaugural constitutional lecture series, Supreme Court Judge Justice P S Narasimha delivered a profound address highlighting the deep connection between citizens’ rights and duties. He described “Kartavyam” (duty) as a “Sadhana”, or spiritual discipline, essential for achieving societal harmony. Drawing a powerful analogy, he likened rights and duties to the sun and sunlight—inseparable and life-giving. His remarks emphasized the need for a balanced approach to constitutional values.
The Supreme Court today (6th Dec) has issued a notice regarding a petition seeking protections for Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) members in private companies against arbitrary actions and retaliation. The petition argues that the lack of safeguards violates constitutional rights and calls for ICC members to be classified as public servants, ensuring their independence and safety.
The Delhi High Court set aside a summons against Dr. G.K. Arora regarding the suicide of a female employee, citing insufficient grounds and prior investigations that cleared him. The court acknowledged workplace pressures but emphasized that actions lacking intent cannot be labeled as incitement or abetment under the law.
Today, On 6th August, The Supreme Court of India agreed to expedite the hearing on whether Muslim personal law allowing child marriages supersedes the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. The issue arose following a Punjab and Haryana High Court decision allowing a 16-year-old Muslim girl to marry after reaching puberty. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta emphasized the urgency due to conflicting rulings from various High Courts. The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights challenged the ruling and requested the alignment of Islamic personal law with national penal laws to protect the fundamental rights of minor Muslim women.
