Today, On 14th October the Supreme Court decided that it will hear Judicial Promotions Case on October 28–29, with CJI Seeking Data from All High Courts: “How Many Appointed Through Direct Recruitment and Judicial Service?” to Examine Seniority and Promotion Patterns in the Judiciary.
The Supreme Court has issued a notice regarding an appeal challenging the limited reservation benefits for individuals with disabilities, applicable only during direct recruitment. The Delhi High Court previously ruled in favor of broader promotion benefits, but this decision is now under review. Key observations by Justice Surya Kant emphasize the importance of seniority for specially-abled candidates.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal government to respond to serious allegations in a PIL regarding corruption and abuse in state-run medical colleges, including exam tampering and sexual harassment. Petitioners demand a Special Investigation Team to probe the alleged “threat culture” and requested record preservation for evidence.