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    Why Was MP Amritpal Singh Stopped From Attending Winter Session of Parliament?: Punjab & Haryana HC Questions Punjab Govt
    Why Was MP Amritpal Singh Stopped From Attending Winter Session of Parliament?: Punjab & Haryana HC Questions Punjab Govt
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    Punjab & Haryana HC Directs State: Decide Amritpal Singh’s Request to Attend Winter Session of Parliament

    Today, On 21st November, The Punjab and Haryana High Court told the State to quickly decide MP Amritpal Singh’s request to attend the coming Winter Session of Parliament. Singh, detained under the NSA since 2023, was still elected there while in custody.

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    Supreme Court Rejects Punjab’s Appeal, Questions Use of Central Grants Funds for Judiciary
    Supreme Court Rejects Punjab’s Appeal, Questions Use of Central Grants Funds for Judiciary
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    Supreme Court Rejects Punjab’s Appeal, Questions Use of Central Grants Funds for Judiciary

    Today, On 14th November, The Supreme Court rejected Punjab’s appeal and questioned how the State used Central grants meant for improving judicial infrastructure. The Court said money allocated for courts must be spent responsibly and warned that misuse of funds will be scrutinised.

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    “Delhi Cannot Be a Gas Chamber Every Winter”—Supreme Court Demands Long-Term Fix for NCR Pollution Crisis
    “Delhi Cannot Be a Gas Chamber Every Winter”—Supreme Court Demands Long-Term Fix for NCR Pollution Crisis
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    “Air Has Become Hazardous”: Supreme Court Slams Rising Delhi-NCR Pollution, Seeks Punjab & Haryana Response

    The Supreme Court took note of Delhi-NCR’s worsening air quality as AQI crossed 450 in several areas. CJI B.R. Gavai directed Punjab and Haryana to explain steps to curb stubble burning amid “hazardous” pollution levels.

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    Punjab & Haryana High Court Keeps 2017 Dera Sacha Sauda Violence PIL Open After Strong Amicus Arguments
    Punjab & Haryana High Court Keeps 2017 Dera Sacha Sauda Violence PIL Open After Strong Amicus Arguments
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    Punjab & Haryana High Court Keeps 2017 Dera Sacha Sauda Violence PIL Open After Strong Amicus Arguments

    The Punjab and Haryana High Court refused to close the 2017 Dera Sacha Sauda violence PIL, despite initial inclinations. Senior Advocate Anupam Gupta, Amicus Curiae, stressed state accountability and judicial responsibility.

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    Supreme Court to Hear Punjab Govt’s Plea on Governor Sending Bills to President; SG Seeks Constitution Bench
    Supreme Court to Hear Punjab Govt’s Plea on Governor Sending Bills to President; SG Seeks Constitution Bench
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    Supreme Court to Hear Punjab Govt’s Plea on Governor Sending Bills to President; SG Seeks Constitution Bench

    The Supreme Court will hear Punjab’s plea against the Governor referring two bills to the President. SG Tushar Mehta said, “Since this involves the same constitutional questions, let all such matters be heard together before the Constitution Bench,” but Singhvi objected.

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    Punjab Govt Challenges Governor’s Article 200 Move; Union Seeks 5-Judge Bench in Supreme Court
    Punjab Govt Challenges Governor’s Article 200 Move; Union Seeks 5-Judge Bench in Supreme Court
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    Punjab Govt Challenges Governor’s Article 200 Move; Union Seeks 5-Judge Bench in Supreme Court

    The Punjab government has challenged the Governor’s decision to send a reference to the President under Article 200, while the Union government has sought the Supreme Court’s nod to refer the matter to a five-judge constitutional bench.

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    Citing 'Threat to Life', Majithia Seeks Solitary Cell in Nabha Jail: Court Issues Notice to Punjab Govt
    Citing 'Threat to Life', Majithia Seeks Solitary Cell in Nabha Jail: Court Issues Notice to Punjab Govt
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    Citing ‘Threat to Life’, Majithia Seeks Solitary Cell in Nabha Jail: Court Issues Notice to Punjab Govt

    Former minister Bikram Majithia has requested a solitary barrack citing security threats. The Mohali court has sought a response from the Punjab government.

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    Bhakra Nangal Dam| HC Seeks BBMB Reply on Punjab’s Plea Against Order to Release Extra Water to Haryana
    Bhakra Nangal Dam| HC Seeks BBMB Reply on Punjab’s Plea Against Order to Release Extra Water to Haryana
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    Bhakra Nangal Dam| HC Seeks BBMB Reply on Punjab’s Plea Against Order to Release Extra Water to Haryana

    Today, 14th May, The High Court has sought a response on Punjab’s plea to recall the order directing release of extra water to Haryana, following a May 2 meeting chaired by the Union Home Secretary on the Bhakra Nangal issue.

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    Punjab and Haryana High Court Restrains Punjab Government from Interfering in Bhakra Nangal Dam Operations: Orders Release of Water to Haryana
    Punjab and Haryana High Court Restrains Punjab Government from Interfering in Bhakra Nangal Dam Operations: Orders Release of Water to Haryana
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    Punjab and Haryana High Court Restrains Punjab Government from Interfering in Bhakra Nangal Dam Operations: Orders Release of Water to Haryana

    The Punjab and Haryana High Court has prohibited the Punjab government from interfering in the Bhakra Dam’s operations, emphasizing that the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) must manage the dam independently. The court ordered an immediate water release of 4,500 cusecs to Haryana and underscored the importance of legal channels for disputes.

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    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Bail to SAD Leader Majithia in Drugs Case: "Would Not Entertain Punjab Govt's Request"
    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Bail to SAD Leader Majithia in Drugs Case: "Would Not Entertain Punjab Govt's Request"
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    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Against Bail to SAD Leader Majithia in Drugs Case: “Would Not Entertain Punjab Govt’s Request”

    Today, On 25th April, The Supreme Court rejected the Punjab Government’s plea challenging the bail granted to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a drugs case. It found no reason to interfere with the 2022 bail order and directed both sides not to make public statements.

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