In April 1976, Justice H.R. Khanna dissented in the ADM Jabalpur case, arguing personal liberty cannot be suspended during emergencies. His principled stand against the Indira Gandhi government led to his bypassing for Chief Justice, marking a pivotal moment for judicial independence. His legacy continues through his nephew, Justice Sanjiv Khanna.
Justice B.R. Gavai highlighted the critical role of judicial ethics and integrity at a conference in Gujarat, stressing that a judge’s conduct affects public trust. He warned that resigning to contest elections could harm perceptions of impartiality and emphasized the judiciary’s independence from other branches to maintain credibility and prevent justice delays.
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Today, On 8th October, 50 senior doctors from RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata resigned in solidarity with junior doctors protesting for justice and safety following a rape and murder case. The junior doctors are on an indefinite hunger strike, prompting the seniors to demand government dialogue and address deteriorating health conditions among the strikers.
The Supreme Court ruled that an employee’s resignation is only valid if formally accepted by the employer. Without formal acceptance, the employee can retract the resignation. The ruling reinstated a Railways employee who withdrew resignation before official acceptance. The decision emphasizes proper communication and procedural adherence in employment matters, reinforcing employee rights.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s surprise resignation sparked criticism and speculation. His call for early elections and insistence on public endorsement have drawn both praise and skepticism. The move could reshape Delhi’s political landscape, with the BJP and Congress vying for advantage. Kejriwal’s decision may also reveal critical divisions within his own party.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal Government to submit the case diary related to the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor by 1pm. The court raised concerns about deficiencies in the probe, questioned the reappointment of the principal involved, and ordered the submission of relevant documents by 1 pm.
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Special Judge Kaveri Baweja today has extended Manish Sisodia’s judicial custody, along with other accused, until July 26 in the Delhi excise policy case. Sisodia’s bail applications have been denied, and he remains in prison since February 2023. The case involves corruption and money laundering charges totaling Rs 338 crore.
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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) detained Manjula, wife of former Karnataka Minister B Nagendra, in connection with the alleged Valmiki Corporation Scam. Nagendra is currently in judicial custody until July 18. The BJP has alleged a major scam, while Deputy CM DK Shivakumar denied the allegations, attributing them to the BJP. The case surfaced after an official’s suicide note accused officials of corruption.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court issued a notice to Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu in response to civil defamation suits filed by Davinder Kumar and independent MLA Hoshyar Singh, seeking damages of Rs 1.05 crore over alleged derogatory remarks. The suits are part of a broader pattern involving other former Congress MLAs and an independent MLA.