The Supreme Court asked the Tamil Nadu Government to give a clear undertaking that no criminal case against any current minister or MLA was dropped without completing the probe. A specific affidavit must be filed within two weeks.
The Supreme Court has instructed the Madhya Pradesh government to respond by July 4 regarding the implementation of a 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) despite the existing 14% quota. The petitioners assert that legal challenges hinder benefits, while political tensions escalate between Congress and BJP over the delays and judicial stay affecting the law.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated the Delhi High Court to decide on the bail application of Kapil Wadhawan, former DHFL promoter, within two weeks. Wadhawan has been in custody since July 2022 amid a multi-crore bank fraud investigation. The directive aims to ensure timely judicial decisions regarding personal liberty.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated states and union territories to appoint Protection Officers at district and taluka levels under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005. This action aims to enhance support for women facing domestic abuse, ensuring timely assistance and legal aid. The court emphasized the urgent need for proper implementation of the law.
The Supreme Court of India has called on the Central and State Governments to establish dedicated courts for swift handling of cases under special laws like the UAPA. The court emphasized the need for proper infrastructure to ensure timely trials, addressing delays faced by undertrials and aiming to improve justice in national security matters.
The Supreme Court of India has instructed Chhattisgarh Police to determine the extent of involvement of Savitribai Phule Pune University students in drug-related cases, following the arrest of student Anil Bhor with 30 kg of ganja. The Court aims to address potential wider issues within the university concerning drug abuse among students.