Today, On 22nd October, Justice S Vishwajith Shetty of the Karnataka High Court requested medical records for incarcerated actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, who is seeking bail due to spine-related health issues. The court will review the medical evidence before deciding on the bail plea, connected to the murder case of auto-driver Renukaswamy.
Today, On 16th August, The Kerala High Court decided to conduct weekly hearings on flood relief and preventive measures following the Wayanad landslides. The court will track scientific studies, rehabilitation efforts, and identify vulnerable areas. The division bench stressed the importance of a balanced approach to development and emphasized the need for continuous oversight and updates on key issues.
The Madras High Court urged the Tamil Nadu government to consider establishing an open-air jail exclusively for women. This proposal aims to provide a conducive and rehabilitative environment for female inmates, mirroring the benefits offered to male prisoners. The court’s directive came during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the existing rules.
Former Supreme Court Justice Madan B. Lokur stressed the need for the judiciary to prioritize bail over incarceration in India. He criticized the diminishing “bail, not jail” principle and highlighted a recent Supreme Court decision affirming the norm. The event also promoted open prisons as a successful model for inmate rehabilitation and reintegration.
The Bombay High Court on 24th May, granted interim bail to Sohail Salim Ansari, convicted for the 2014 murder of Shiv Sena leader Ramesh Jadhav. This decision allows him to appear for a law entrance exam. Despite opposition, the court considered his nine years served and reinforced the principle of access to education for convicts.
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The Delhi High Court issued a notice on 10th May, to the deceased sanitation worker’s wife in response to the Delhi Government’s appeal challenging the order for enhanced compensation. The court instructed the government to pay Rs 30 lakh within six weeks, as sought by the woman in accordance with Supreme Court directives on manual scavenging victim compensation. The case is scheduled for the next hearing in October.
On 7th May: Justice Surya Kant of the Supreme Court praised India’s early recognition of victims’ rights, citing the Code of Criminal Procedure and judicial precedents. He highlighted India’s progressive stance, cautioning against a one-size-fits-all approach to human rights and emphasizing their intrinsic role in Indian culture. The Supreme Court has played a crucial role in expanding fundamental rights in India.
Calcutta HC mandates immediate rehabilitation by West Bengal government for victims of Garden Reach building collapse, led by Chief Justice T S Sivagnanam, highlighting urgent state action and upcoming PIL hearing on April 4. KOLKATA: Today(on 21st March), The Calcutta High Court has mandated the West Bengal government to provide immediate rehabilitation to the individuals […]
