The Supreme Court Today (Aug 8) heard intense arguments in the Bhushan Power and Steel case, where the CoC slammed former promoters and accused JSW Steel of delay. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta called it a major case of fund siphoning and defended the CoC’s ongoing authority.
The Supreme Court has granted Karnataka eight more weeks to resolve a religious dispute at the Dattatreya Peeta shrine, crucial for both Hindus and Muslims. This is the state’s final chance to present an updated report following the contentious ruling allowing only a Muslim priest to perform rituals, which both communities oppose.
On November 21, the Andhra Pradesh Assembly unanimously approved a resolution to establish a High Court bench in Kurnool, introduced by Minister N Md Farooq. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu confirmed the resolution will be sent to the Central government, reinforcing the state’s commitment to development post-bifurcation in 2014.
Today, On 6th November, the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly passed a resolution calling for dialogue to restore Article 370, which granted special status to the region. BJP members opposed the motion, claiming it was not on the agenda, leading to chaos in the assembly. The resolution emphasizes the importance of the special status for Jammu and Kashmir’s identity and rights.
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), led by President Kapil Sibal, criticized the Supreme Court’s unilateral decisions regarding alterations to the Lady Justice statue and emblem without consultation. The SCBA expressed ignorance about the changes’ rationale and opposed the establishment of a museum in the former Judges’ Library, advocating instead for a library and café for members.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of two judicial officers, Shashi Bhushan Prasad Singh and Ashok Kumar Pandey, as judges of the Patna High Court. This decision follows consultations with eminent Supreme Court judges and input from the Union Department of Justice, confirming the candidates’ integrity and professional reputations.
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Adish Aggarwala cautioned SCBA President Kapil Sibal about a potential no-confidence motion due to a controversial resolution regarding the RG Kar incident. He accused Sibal of a conflict of interest and demanded a public apology and withdrawal of the resolution. The Supreme Court also voiced concerns about the case and the handling by West Bengal police.
Today, The Calcutta High Court Bar Association has decided to refrain from participating in judicial proceedings after lawyer Sourav Mandal was reportedly assaulted by a police sub-inspector. The Association demands the immediate suspension of the delinquent officer and the appropriate punishment of the responsible police personnel. Mandal has lodged a complaint and provided medical evidence to support his case.