Supreme Court Declines Nationwide SOPs for Stampedes, Advises Petitioner to Approach Centre

Today, On 22nd January, Supreme Court has declined to issue nationwide Standard Operating Procedures for stampedes, saying it is not the judiciary’s role. The Court advised the petitioner to approach the Centre, adding that crowd management is best handled by experts and executive authorities.

PIL Against Depy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin Wearing ‘Casual Clothes’ to Official Events: Madras High Court Seeks State Response 

The Madras High Court today (29th Oct) has directed the Tamil Nadu government to respond to a PIL seeking a formal dress code for Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, who has been attending official events in casual attire. The court also requested clarification on any existing Government Orders regarding dress codes for public servants.