Today, On 30th May, The Supreme Court has urgently taken up a Habeas Corpus petition regarding the deportation of refugees from Assam to Bangladesh. The plea highlights forced deportation despite ongoing cases in the Foreigners’ Tribunal.
The Supreme Court has directed all States and Union Territories to formulate swift response protocols for road accident victims. A Bench of Justices Abhay Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan also asked the Ministry of Road Transport to hold meetings with relevant departments to enforce proper working hours for drivers.
A judicial commission investigating the Hathras stampede, which led to 121 deaths, has blamed administrative failures for the tragedy while also hinting at a possible conspiracy. The report highlighted that permission was given for 80,000 people, but the crowd swelled to over 2.5 lakh. Though it did not hold Bhole Baba personally responsible, it pointed to lapses by authorities and his ‘sevadars’ as key reasons behind the disaster.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, named the 51st Chief Justice of India, is adapting his routine to adhere to the strict protocols that accompany his new role. This has resulted in the cancellation of his daily 10-kilometer morning walks and limits on his mobility, as he prioritizes security while maintaining connections with old friends.
The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum in Thiruvallur found a Scan Centre in Chennai liable for medical negligence in administering an overdose of anesthesia during an MRI scan, resulting in the patient’s cardiac arrest and brain death. The court ordered the Scan Centre to compensate the deceased patient’s family with Rs 15 lakh and Rs 10,000 for litigation expenses.
Today, 1st May, The Election Commission responded to the Supreme Court’s directive on Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) units, detailing compliance plans. It updated procedures for managing Symbol Loading Units (SLUs) as per the mandate, requiring them to be sealed and stored alongside EVMs for 45 days post-election results. The response emphasizes the commitment to electoral integrity and technology standards.