In a rare and controversial move, the Rajasthan High Court rejected all candidates considered for promotion to District Judge, sparking serious questions about judicial competence and the promotion system within the subordinate judiciary.
The Gujarat High Court slammed the CRPF for denying a female staff member a promotion solely because she has HIV-AIDS, calling it a clear case of discrimination. The court has sought the presence of the Additional Solicitor General in the next hearing on March 6. The woman has challenged CRPF rules that violate the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act, 2017 and constitutional rights. The court’s final decision will determine whether these rules stand or change to protect the rights of employees with HIV-AIDS.
The Supreme Court on Monday (9th Dec) ordered the Union government to grant permanent commission to Lt Col Suprita Chandel, citing her unfair denial compared to male counterparts. Justices Gavai and Vishwanathan acknowledged her commendable service since 2007 and emphasized equal treatment. The court’s ruling underscored the necessity for gender equality in the armed forces.
The Supreme Court of India’s YouTube channel have been hacked, now displaying videos promoting XRP, a cryptocurrency created by Ripple Labs, a US-based company. In a notice issued by the Supreme Court of India, the public has been informed that the official YouTube channel of the court has been temporarily “taken down.” According to the official notice, the platform will be reinstated and “services on the YouTube channel of the Supreme Court of India will be resumed shortly.”
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