Kerala High Court highlights that Indian criminal law should focus on reform, not just punishment. Justice Kunhikrishnan explains that social issues often lead people to crime and everyone deserves a second chance.
New Delhi – 26th May: Senior BJP leader Dr. Subramanian Swamy has once again approached the Supreme Court of India, urging the court to direct the Central Government to declare Ram Setu as a national monument and recognize it as national heritage. In a new Public Interest Litigation (PIL), Dr. Swamy has requested that the Centre be directed to take immediate action on his earlier application.
Justice G.R. Swaminathan believes that the first step towards decolonization is to understand existing laws from the perspective of our own civilization. This means linking legal systems to our cultural and historical roots. It challenges the colonial influences still present in today’s laws. Justice Swaminathan highlights the importance of interpreting laws in a way that reflects our local context for true independence.
Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court sparked controversy with remarks suggesting India should align with majority views, referencing the Uniform Civil Code. His speech included derogatory comments about extremists and raised concerns regarding his impartiality. Criticism arose from legal experts about his commitment to constitutional values and judicial independence.
On 1st April, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has been permitted to bring personal items, including religious texts and a book on prime ministers, into Tihar Jail until April 15. Special provisions for home-cooked meals and medical supplies, considering his health concerns, have been approved by the court. This decision has sparked debates regarding preferential treatment during his judicial custody.
Today (1st April): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been ordered to judicial custody in Tihar Jail until April 15 for his alleged involvement in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Kejriwal will be under 24-hour CCTV surveillance in Jail Number 2. The controversial policy aimed to reform liquor sales in the capital but faced opposition and was later scrapped.
In a recent development, the producers of the film “Adipurush” have approached the Supreme Court, challenging an order from the Allahabad High Court that mandates their personal appearance before the court. The matter was presented to the apex court as one of grave urgency. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, […]
