The Delhi High Court Today (Dec 5) ordered the Delhi government to extend State protection to music producer Amandeep Batra after he reported receiving threats and extortion calls from the Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldie Brar gangs. “He (Amandeep Batra) has every reason to be scared,” said Justice Singh said before directing the Delhi government to immediately provide the music producer State protection.
The Supreme Court Advocates on Record Association (SCAORA) has requested revised guidelines for adjournment letters from Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna. Citing procedural delays and operational inefficiencies due to recent modifications, SCAORA seeks formalization of acceptable circumstances for adjournments, aiming to enhance judicial efficiency and respect advocates’ logistical realities in India’s legal system.
The Supreme Court directed immediate action to fill vacancies in the Central Information Commission and State Information Commissions, vital for the Right to Information Act’s implementation. A status report regarding these vacancies was requested from various states, with a next hearing set for December 17, 2024, emphasizing the importance of prompt appointments.
Supreme Court Today (Dec 5) said the emergency measures under Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) dealing with air pollution in Delhi and neighbouring areas can be withdrawn in view of the downward trend noticed in the Air Quality Index or AQI level. The top court was hearing a matter over measures to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR areas.
The Supreme Court on Thursday (5th Dec) set aside a Manipur High Court order requiring the CBI to locate a fugitive rape convict, deeming it unnecessary. The Court observed that the state had already formed a special team for this purpose, and the CBI’s involvement would duplicate efforts. The convict, Timothy L. Changsang, was previously convicted under the POCSO Act for multiple offenses.
The Delhi High Court has ordered the government to clarify its stance on dog breeders amid allegations of illegal operations during a PIL hearing. The court expressed concerns over the government’s claim of no breeders in Delhi and emphasized accountability in enforcing animal welfare regulations. A follow-up hearing is set for May 2025.
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The Supreme Court On Thursday (5th Dec) criticized Delhi Chief Secretary Dharmendra for failing to ensure full compensation for construction workers amid air quality measures. Justices questioned delays in payments despite previous directives and demanded immediate resolution. The government was directed to inform unregistered workers about their rights and enhance registration efforts in the ongoing pollution crisis response.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR against former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain concerning the February 2020 northeast Delhi violence, emphasizing that a prior FIR covered the same incident. The court ruled that the quashed FIR’s chargesheet would be treated as supplementary to the earlier one, ensuring a unified judicial process while addressing victims’ rights and preventing duplication.
The Supreme Court is looking for 31 Court Masters (shorthand), 33 senior personal assistants and 43 personal assistants. Court Masters will be paid a salary of Rs 67,700 per month. Senior Personal Assistants and Personal Assistants will get Rs 47,600 and Rs 44,900 per month respectively. Court Masters carry out a number of assignments every day to make sure that the court functions smoothly. One such task is to check whether judicial papers are proper. Another is instructing other courtroom employees.
Justice Devan Ramachandran of the Kerala High Court criticized authorities for ignoring illegal public installations, asserting they cannot be justified as religious practices. He condemned both political and religious entities for bypassing laws and instructed local government secretaries to enforce fines, emphasizing accountability and the need for clarity in public spaces.