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    Delhi High Court Issues Notice on PIL Against Auto Drivers for Refusing Meter Fares, Seeks Govt Response
    Delhi High Court Issues Notice on PIL Against Auto Drivers for Refusing Meter Fares, Seeks Govt Response
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    Delhi High Court Issues Notice on PIL Against Auto Drivers for Refusing Meter Fares, Seeks Govt Response

    The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Delhi government and police on a PIL alleging widespread refusal by auto rickshaw drivers to follow meter-based fares. The Court has sought details on enforcement actions, challans issued, and passenger grievance mechanisms.

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    Will You Take A Call When Two, Three More Bomb Blasts Take Place?: Delhi High Court Slams Govt Over Used Vehicle Regulation
    Will You Take A Call When Two, Three More Bomb Blasts Take Place?: Delhi High Court Slams Govt Over Used Vehicle Regulation
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    Will You Take A Call When Two, Three More Bomb Blasts Take Place?: Delhi High Court Slams Govt Over Used Vehicle Regulation

    Today, On 17th December, Delhi High Court slammed the government over poor regulation of used vehicle sales and transfers. Warning of grave security risks, the court asked, “Will you take a call when two, three more bomb blasts take place?”

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    Rohingya Custodial Disappearance Row: Supreme Court Grants Centre Two Weeks To File Affidavit On Habeas Corpus Plea
    Rohingya Custodial Disappearance Row: Supreme Court Grants Centre Two Weeks To File Affidavit On Habeas Corpus Plea
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    Rohingya Custodial Disappearance Row: Supreme Court Grants Centre Two Weeks To File Affidavit On Habeas Corpus Plea

    Today, On 2nd December, The Supreme Court questioned a plea alleging the custodial disappearance of five Rohingyas, asking the petitioner to show the notification that recognises them as refugees. The Bench led by CJI Surya Kant flagged maintainability concerns and security issues.

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    Calcutta High Court to Hear PIL Seeking to Stay Foundation Stone for Mosque Modelled on Babri Masjid
    Calcutta High Court to Hear PIL Seeking to Stay Foundation Stone for Mosque Modelled on Babri Masjid
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    Calcutta High Court to Hear PIL Seeking to Stay Foundation Stone for Mosque Modelled on Babri Masjid

    Calcutta High Court will hear a PIL seeking to stop the foundation stone for a mosque modelled on the Babri Masjid in Murshidabad. The plea argues that holding the event on December 6 could disturb communal harmony and warrants urgent judicial intervention.

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    Karnataka High Court Blocks New Recruitment Under SC/ST Quota Hike Law; Allows Ongoing Hiring With Strict Conditions
    Karnataka High Court Blocks New Recruitment Under SC/ST Quota Hike Law; Allows Ongoing Hiring With Strict Conditions
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    Karnataka High Court Blocks New Recruitment Under SC/ST Quota Hike Law; Allows Ongoing Hiring With Strict Conditions

    The Karnataka High Court has stopped the State from issuing new recruitment notifications under the 2022 SC/ST reservation hike law but allowed previously announced recruitments to continue provisionally. All ongoing appointments must clearly state they are subject to the final outcome of the case.

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    Show the Notification That Recognises Them as Refugees: Supreme Court Questions Plea on Custodial Disappearance of Rohingyas
    Show the Notification That Recognises Them as Refugees: Supreme Court Questions Plea on Custodial Disappearance of Rohingyas
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    Show the Notification That Recognises Them as Refugees: Supreme Court Questions Plea on Custodial Disappearance of Rohingyas

    Today, On 2nd December, The Supreme Court questioned a plea alleging the custodial disappearance of five Rohingyas, asking the petitioner to show the notification that recognises them as refugees. The Bench led by CJI Surya Kant flagged maintainability concerns and security issues.

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    "We Are in a Democracy": Delhi High Court Slams Centre for Delaying Cantonment Board Elections for 5+ Years
    "We Are in a Democracy": Delhi High Court Slams Centre for Delaying Cantonment Board Elections for 5+ Years
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    “We Are in a Democracy”: Delhi High Court Slams Centre for Delaying Cantonment Board Elections for 5+ Years

    The Delhi High Court criticised the Central government for not holding Cantonment Board elections since 2015 and for repeatedly using notifications to run boards without elected members. The Court warned that such actions may amount to a colourable exercise of power in a democratic system.

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    PIL Seeking Representation of Women, Queer, and SC/ST Lawyers in Bar Councils: Supreme Court Issues Notice
    PIL Seeking Representation of Women, Queer, and SC/ST Lawyers in Bar Councils: Supreme Court Issues Notice
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    PIL Seeking Representation of Women, Queer, and SC/ST Lawyers in Bar Councils: Supreme Court Issues Notice

    Today, On 26th November, Supreme Court responded to a PIL seeking proportional representation of women, queer individuals, lawyers with disabilities, and members of marginalized communities in the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils. The court has now issued notice in the matter.

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    Frame National Policy for Organ Transplantation: Supreme Court Directs Centre & Urges Uniform Rules Across States
    Frame National Policy for Organ Transplantation: Supreme Court Directs Centre & Urges Uniform Rules Across States
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    Frame National Policy for Organ Transplantation: Supreme Court Directs Centre & Urges Uniform Rules Across States

    Today, On 19th November, The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to create a national policy for organ transplantation and work with all States to ensure uniform rules. The Bench led by CJI BR Gavai also asked the Centre to encourage Andhra Pradesh to adopt the 2011 amendments.

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    "It Hurt Us As Well": Delhi High Court Slams Shoe-Throwing Incident At CJI BR Gavai, Calls It An Attack On Judiciary’s Dignity
    "It Hurt Us As Well": Delhi High Court Slams Shoe-Throwing Incident At CJI BR Gavai, Calls It An Attack On Judiciary’s Dignity
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    “It Hurt Us As Well”: Delhi High Court Slams Shoe-Throwing Incident At CJI BR Gavai, Calls It An Attack On Judiciary’s Dignity

    The Delhi High Court condemned the shoe-throwing incident targeting CJI BR Gavai, saying it deeply hurt both the Bar and the Bench. The court stressed that such acts insult the entire judicial institution, not just an individual.

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