Today, On 29th August, The Bombay High Court criticized Maharashtra’s retroactive reduction of police protection fees for IPL matches, questioning the leniency shown to the wealthy BCCI in contrast to public utilities pricing. The court reviewed a PIL challenging the decision and instructed the state to justify the fee reduction and outstanding dues waiver. The next hearing is scheduled for October 7.
Today, On 28th August, The Delhi High Court directed the Centre and ASI to produce documents regarding the decision not to declare Jama Masjid a protected monument. This followed PILs requesting its protection and removal of encroachments. The court warned of action if the missing documents were not presented and scheduled the main hearing for September 27.
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The Calcutta High Court dismissed a PIL against the BJP’s Bengal Bandh, citing the petitioner’s prior prohibition from filing PILs. The BJP had called for the bandh in response to a doctor’s rape and murder, sparking student protests. The PIL argued that such bandhs disrupt public life and infringe on citizens’ rights.
The Supreme Court set to discuss the implementation of cashless treatment and online compensation transfers for road accident victims in an upcoming session. The court’s attention was drawn to this matter through a public interest litigation (PIL) and is considering issuing directives for this purpose. Additionally, a steering committee has been established to address road safety issues.
Lawyer S Selvakumari bitten by monkeys at the Supreme Court, and the court’s first aid clinic was under renovation, lacking essential medicines. She had to seek medical attention at the Delhi High Court dispensary and Ram Manohar Lohia hospital. This is not the first incident, as the Supreme Court had previously issued a tender to hire personnel to ward off monkeys trespassing into judges’ bungalows. In 2023, a PIL was filed seeking a committee to address the ‘monkey menace’ in the national capital.
A high-level committee, established today by the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation, will investigate the roof collapse at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. The government also directed airport operators to conduct third-party audits and thorough evaluations of airport buildings annually. The Delhi High Court closed the public interest litigation following the Centre’s response and measures taken.
Today, On 15th July, The Delhi High Court demanded an urgent response from the government to address a petition concerning the rescue of over 1,000 minors allegedly trafficked and forced into bonded labor in Delhi. The petition emphasizes the critical need for prompt intervention to protect these vulnerable children, highlighting the government’s duty to take urgent action within 24 to 48 hours of receiving complaints.
The Delhi High Court has ordered Sunita Kejriwal to delete a video of her husband, Arvind Kejriwal, addressing the court from social media platforms. This directive was made in response to a PIL filed by advocate Vaibhav Singh, who argued that sharing court recordings violated court rules and aimed to discredit the judiciary. The court also instructed various social media platforms to remove similar content.
The Patna High Court received a petition demanding the cancellation of the NEET UG exam due to alleged paper leaks. The plea calls for a CBI investigation, citing concerns over exam integrity and student futures. The scandal involves arrests, bribery, and organized gangs. Calls for re-conducting the exam and ensuring fairness grow.
Today, On 15th May, The Delhi High Court warned the Delhi government over delayed textbook distribution in government schools, threatening contempt action. The government pledged to deliver textbooks by May 10 but failed, prompting the court’s criticism. Despite refraining from immediate action, the court demanded timely textbook supply to all schools and a compliance report on corrective measures.