Today, On 8th April, The Rajasthan High Court issued a notice to Padmesh Mishra, the son of Supreme Court Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, seeking his response to a petition challenging his appointment as Additional Advocate General (AAG). The plea raises concerns over potential conflict of interest, as Padmesh was appointed in 2024 to represent the state before the Supreme Court. The petition questions the transparency and fairness of the selection process. The matter is currently under judicial scrutiny.
The Rajasthan High Court denied Asaram’s bail petition, stating he violated Supreme Court conditions while on interim bail. His lawyer must submit an affidavit addressing these allegations. Following the end of his bail, Asaram was briefly hospitalized but remains in custody due to pending cases, including a life sentence for rape.
Jodhpur, March 12 – The Rajasthan High Court has taken a strict stand in a contempt case involving delayed salary payments and arrears to public employees. On Wednesday, the court directed the state government to withhold the salaries of three bureaucrats due to a delay of over three and a half years in complying with its orders.
The Rajasthan High Court criticized the FIR against Arnab Goswami, calling it an attempt to suppress journalistic freedom. The case was filed based on a complaint by Congress leader Pawan Khera. It relates to Republic Bharat’s coverage of a temple demolition in Rajgarh, Alwar. The court’s remarks highlight concerns over press freedom and political influence in legal actions.
The Rajasthan High Court ruled that a mosque falls under the definition of ‘Waqf,’ and any disputes regarding such properties must be adjudicated by the Waqf Tribunal. The case involved a dispute over the Madina Zama Masjid, where the petitioners (defendants) claimed ownership of the property. The court emphasized that matters related to Waqf properties […]
An 11-year-old girl from Jaipur posted YouTube videos, including one with a syringe, raising concerns about social media’s impact on children. The Rajasthan High Court criticized her grandparents for “serious negligence” and shifted her and her younger brother’s custody to their mother. The grandparents denied wrongdoing and plan to challenge the decision in the Supreme Court.