On Wednesday, the Delhi High Court turned down a request for reconsideration of a decision that dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) targeting Truecaller, accusing the global caller ID platform of infringing on the privacy rights of Indian citizens. Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora, presiding over a division bench, rejected […]
On Monaday (11th March): The Chhattisgarh High Court has urged the state to consider introducing open jails, as overcrowding and prolonged incarceration pose significant challenges. The court highlighted the potential benefits of open prisons, promoting social integration and skill development for inmates. The state has been directed to assess the feasibility of implementing open jails by April 15.
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been lodged against Chief Justice of India (CJI) Chandrachud, challenging a recent order for violating constitutional rights and setting a negative precedent. The PIL, supported by prominent advocates, seeks legal remedies, including a finding of violation, filing of a Contempt Petition, and impeachment calls against CJI Chandrachud. The petition alleges legal malice, overruling of precedent, and calls for disciplinary actions, signaling significant implications for India’s criminal procedure.
Telangana High Court Takes Action on Children’s Plea to Save Playground from Encroachment. Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice J Anil Kumar took cognizance of the matter, transforming the letter into a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) and issuing notices to the principal secretaries of municipal administration and revenue departments, along with district authorities The Telangana […]
Supreme Court declined to consider a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) requesting a CBI/SIT inquiry into the allegations of sexual assault against women in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal. However, Justices BV Nagarathna and Augustine George Masih allowed the petitioner to seek recourse from the Calcutta High Court, which has already initiated suo motu proceedings regarding the Sandeshkhali […]
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, has validated the appointment of Deputy Chief Ministers, emphasizing their key role in managing party dynamics and coalition power. This decision affirms their constitutional status as part of the council of ministers, providing legal backing to a longstanding political practice.
The Delhi High Court’s landmark decision prioritizing forest restoration over illegal constructions in Sanjay Van reflects a commitment to environmental preservation amid escalating pollution. Acting Chief Justice Manmohan emphasized the importance of preserving green spaces and public health over unauthorized religious structures, setting a crucial precedent for future environmental protection cases.
The Supreme Court of India, in a significant observation on Tuesday, emphasized the need for specific guidelines to govern the search and seizure of digital devices, especially those belonging to journalists. The bench, led by Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Sudhanshu Dhulia, recognized the sensitive nature of the information that media professionals may hold on […]
Calcutta High Court Revisits FIRs Against BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari Following Supreme Court’s Directive In a significant turn of events, the Calcutta High Court has taken up a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning the registration of FIRs and the initiation of criminal proceedings against BJP’s Leader of Opposition in West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari. This move comes […]