The Delhi High Court criticized the Railways for forcing boxer Ajay Kumar to fight a long legal battle for his rightful salary increments, calling the conduct “arbitrary and unreasonable.” The court said authorities must treat medal-winning employees with fairness and respect.
The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of railway employees appointed with forged documents, criticizing the lack of proper verification by the Railways. Compassionate appointments should be supported by valid documents, and false claims cannot be allowed. The Court set aside the High Court’s decision and reinstated the employees’ dismissal.
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The Supreme Court today directed the Central Government and Uttarakhand authorities to develop a rehabilitation policy for 4,365 families living near Haldwani Railway Station. The court emphasized the humane treatment of encroachers and criticized the Railways’ approach. It called for a balanced approach addressing long-term residents’ needs and specified measures for identifying land and relocating families.
The government passed stricter laws to prosecute those involved in cheating during NEET and NET exams. Offenders now face harsher penalties, including up to 10 years in prison and hefty fines. New rules also hold educational institutions and coaching centers accountable for facilitating unfair practices. The legislation aims to ensure integrity in public examinations.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) raised concerns about the dangers of large billboards in Mumbai, citing public safety risks. This comes after a tragic incident in Ghatkopar. A court ruling favored the Railways in billboard permissions, prompting the BMC to challenge it in the Supreme Court. The BMC’s plea will be considered on September 11.
