The Supreme Court cautioned the Registrar to ensure diligence among assistants, due to a missing order and critical report in a case file. Despite the registrar’s conclusion, the court noted the absence of an official report and directed the Registry to submit a report within a week, setting the case for re-listing in ten days.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the CISF to investigate whether CCTV cameras installed by the West Bengal Police outside BJP leader Arjun Singh’s house violate his privacy. Singh claimed they compromised his privacy, prompting the court to instruct the CISF to assess the cameras and report back by July 3rd. The cameras are part of a wider surveillance project in the area.
The Supreme Court Today (April 16th) asked various state governments to apprise it in six weeks on the action taken in incidents of mob lynching and cow vigilantism.
Today (3rd April) The National Green Tribunal acknowledged the water supply issue at M Chinnaswamy Stadium during IPL matches in Bengaluru, amidst a severe city-wide water crisis. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board permitted treated water supply, prompting NGT to register a case and issue notices to relevant authorities. The next hearing is scheduled for May 2.
The Supreme Court of India issued a notice to the Uttar Pradesh Government regarding non-functional CCTV cameras in a courtroom where Senior Advocate Gaurav Bhatia was assaulted, emphasizing the state’s accountability for court safety. The Court ordered the report to be widely circulated and condemned actions compromising legal proceedings, following an assault on Bhatia and Advocate Muskan Gupta.
The Jharkhand High Court Today has taken suo motu action following the gang-rape of a foreign tourist in Dumka district. Authorities have arrested three suspects, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend the rest. As a gesture of compassion, the Dumka administration provided financial support to the survivor’s husband. The Deputy Commissioner assured police protection for their departure.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court upheld the requirement for parents to report offenses against their child under the POCSO Act. It refused to quash an application against a mother for failing to report her son’s sexual harassment, leading to his suicide. The case highlights legal obligations and judicial discretion under the POCSO Act.
