Delhi High Court imposes Rs 10,000 fine on Balbir Meena for misusing SC/ST Victim Compensation Scheme after settling the case. Court says such acts raise “grave doubts” and warns against future abuse of the law.
The Supreme Court upheld a Bombay High Court ruling that intellectual property is covered under “property” in Section 15A of the SC/ST Act. The case involved a Dalit couple seeking compensation for the destruction of their intellectual work. The court reaffirmed their right to protection and compensation under the law. This decision strengthens legal safeguards for marginalized communities.
Bhawani Singh Rajawat, a former Rajasthan MLA and BJP leader, has been given a three-year jail sentence for slapping a forest officer. The punishment comes after an argument where Rajawat hit the officer. He has said he will appeal the decision in the High Court. This case shows that even public leaders can be held accountable for their actions.
Justice Bela M. Trivedi, born on June 10, 1960, has served as a judge since 1995, assuming her current role on August 31, 2021. With 79 authored judgments, she is noted for her impactful decisions, including significant cases on sexual assault definitions and affirmative action within reserved categories. She retires on May 9, 2025.
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Yesterday, On 29th October, the Karnataka High Court ordered the release of Gopal and Ajay Joshi, kin of Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, held since October 19 over an alleged cheating case. The court concluded this was a financial dispute rather than a criminal matter, citing the delayed complaint and an intention to refund.
Today, On 15th May, The Supreme Court reserved its decision on granting pre-arrest bail to a Kerala YouTuber accused of posting defamatory content against an MLA. Both parties presented their arguments, focusing on the application of the SC/ST Act. The case is significant in testing legal protections against caste discrimination and the challenges faced by media personalities.