A plea has been filed Today (April 15th) in the Supreme Court seeking review of its February 15 verdict, which had scrapped the government’s electoral bonds scheme of anonymous political funding.
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On 13th April: In a late-night hearing, the Madras High Court intervened as the Tamil Nadu government failed to provide basic amenities for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s birth anniversary celebration. Justice Subramaniam personally directed the government to immediately arrange necessary facilities for the public gathering at the memorial in Chennai. The court’s directive emphasized the importance of ensuring a suitable environment for the commemoration.
On April 5th, the Supreme Court asked Uttar Pradesh to respond to Abbas Ansari’s plea to attend his late father Mukhtar Ansari’s ‘Fatiha’ ceremony on April 10th. Previously seeking permission for his father’s last rites, Abbas now focuses on the ‘Fatiha’ ceremony. The Supreme Court scheduled further hearings for April 9 to consider the matter. Mukhtar Ansari’s death is under investigation due to family allegations of foul play.
A local court demands an explanation from Tihar Jail after BRS leader K. Kavitha filed a complaint seeking access to essential items, including home-cooked food, due to medical reasons. The court had directed the jail to provide the items, but Kavitha claims they were not provided. The court has scheduled a follow-up hearing. Kavitha is involved in a case related to the ‘South Group’s’ alleged kickback scheme targeting the Aam Aadmi Party.
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Delhi High Court to decide on Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against his arrest in a money laundering case related to the Delhi Excise Policy scam at 4:30 PM today. Kejriwal’s legal counsel argued against the arrest’s necessity and emphasized political implications. The court will issue notices and hear arguments on his interim release. The decision is set for 4:30 PM.
Today (22nd March) The Supreme Court set guidelines for Lokayukta appointments, emphasizing the need for meaningful consultation with opposition leaders. This follows a plea contesting the Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta’s appointment without Leader of the Opposition consultation. The court aims to ensure transparency and statutory compliance in such appointments nationwide. The plea challenges the appointment’s transparency and demands its annulment.
Today(on 19th March),The Varanasi district court has scheduled a hearing for April 11th to address a plea aiming to restrict Muslim activities on the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque. This decision follows permission for Hindu prayers in the same area. Concerns about the cellar’s structural integrity and the potential risks of Muslim activities have been raised.
MakeMyTrip Today approached the Supreme Court, alleging infringement of its trademark through Google Ads displaying links to rival company Booking.com. MakeMyTrip claims this diverts customers and benefits Google financially. They challenge a previous ruling and question the court’s jurisdiction. The matter is set to be heard by the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud.
The Supreme Court Today has agreed to hear a petition in March urging the government to release Rohingya refugees reportedly detained “illegally and arbitrarily” across India. The plea emphasizes their persecution and statelessness, and seeks to safeguard their fundamental rights. Hundreds of refugees, including pregnant women and minors, face inhumane treatment despite being recognized as refugees by the UNHCR.