Rahul Gandhi vs Indian Army row takes a legal twist as Advocate Ashok Pandey moves the Chief Justice of India, alleging Priyanka Gandhi Vadra made contemptuous remarks targeting the Supreme Court and seeks criminal contempt proceedings.
The Calcutta High Court announced that all Public Interest Litigations (PILs) filed since 2021 will no longer be heard by Chief Justice T S Sivagnanam’s bench, but by Justices Soumen Sen and Smita Das De. Additionally, appeals regarding police actions will be handled by Justices Tapabrata Chakraborty and Reetobroto Kumar Mitra, aiming to enhance efficiency.
Senior advocate Madhavi Divan described the Emergency as a manifestation of colonial oppression, highlighting the need to protect constitutional freedoms. Speaking at a Constitution Day event, she argued for decolonization, emphasizing the lasting impact of colonial laws on the legal system and the importance of accessibility in courts for marginalized communities.
Today, On 2nd August, The Supreme Court questioned the frequency of PILs against infrastructure projects, emphasizing the need for balanced development and ecological preservation. This scrutiny reflects a commitment to upholding the rule of law and environmental standards while promoting sustainable progress. The court’s comments underscore the importance of harmonizing development and ecological balance.
The Uttar Pradesh Government has formed a three-member judicial commission, led by former Allahabad High Court Judge Brijesh Kumar Srivastav, to investigate the Hathras stampede that claimed over 120 lives. The commission will examine aspects such as crowd control measures and recommend preventive actions. Various legal pleas have been initiated in response to the tragic incident.
The Supreme Court stayed the removal of protestors from the Chandigarh-Mohali road, providing reprieve to protesting farmers. The legal debate regarding protestor rights and public order continues. The protests are led by the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha seeking MSP guarantee, debt write-offs, and pension for elderly farmers. The protests have led to road blockages and legal disputes.