Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Karol shared a photo of a menstruating woman barred from her home, illustrating enduring menstrual taboos in India. He emphasized the need for awareness and change in women’s rights, calling for greater access to justice for those in rural areas and highlighting the Constitution’s role in promoting social and economic justice.
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the mandatory FASTag implementation for vehicles, reinforcing its legality and public interest. The decision asserts that FASTag is essential for smoother traffic flow and environmental conservation. The ruling emphasizes modernizing toll collection methods and citizens’ adaptation to systems for the greater good.
Karnataka High Court, today led by Chief Justice NV Anjaria and Justice KV Aravind, treated a letter to the editor as a PIL along with news items on the dengue outbreak in Bengaluru. The bench instructed the state government and BBMP to provide information on preventive measures and medical facilities. The Karnataka government issued directives for managing dengue cases.