Today, On 15th January, The Supreme Court asked the Punjab government to provide health reports of Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a farmer leader on an indefinite hunger strike. Dallewal, who began his protest on November 26, 2024, has refused medical assistance. The Punjab government is in talks with protesting farmers to find a resolution. Authorities are also looking to move him to a nearby makeshift hospital for better care.
Justice CT Ravikumar’s farewell at the Supreme Court of India was an emotional event, filled with heartfelt tributes and praise for his outstanding career. Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna called him “a God’s own man from God’s own country, Kerala,” recognizing his strong ties to his home state. Justice Ravikumar’s legacy of humility, fairness, and wisdom made a lasting mark on the judiciary. The event celebrated his valuable contributions and the respect he earned during his time in the court.
The Supreme Court affirmed its authority to annul proceedings related to the investigation of D.K. Shivakumar’s alleged disproportionate assets case, contested by the CBI and BJP leader Basanagouda Patil Yatnal. The court will reassess the case in January 2025, following state government withdrawals of consent for the investigation.
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Today, On 6th December, Umar Khalid, arrested in September 2020 regarding the Delhi riots, argued before the Delhi High Court that there are no allegations of violence against him and emphasized his peaceful intent. His defense highlighted a lack of evidence connecting him to any violent acts, asserting his speech invoked non-violence principles instead.
On December 2, the Supreme Court temporarily released YSRCP social media in-charge Sajjala Bhargava Reddy, allowing him to approach the High Court regarding multiple FIRs alleging derogatory online posts about Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu. The court granted him two weeks of protection from arrest while emphasizing the importance of High Courts.
Today, On 2nd December, the Supreme Court addressed a plea against provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. The court allowed a two-week stay on the petitioner’s arrest while directing him to seek relief from the High Court, emphasizing the need for proper legal recourse under existing laws.
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Today, On 17th October, the Supreme Court upheld Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, confirming its constitutionality concerning citizenship for migrants in Assam who arrived before 1971. This significant ruling, derived from the Assam Accord, has three separate opinions, reflecting ongoing debates on citizenship and regional issues in India.
Today, On 20th September, the Supreme Court allowed Tamil Nadu police to summon BJP leader Kesava Vinayagam regarding Rs. 4 crore in cash seized on a train, suspected to fund a BJP candidate for Lok Sabha elections. The court overruled a Madras High Court ban, granting a week’s notice for the summons.
The Supreme Court mandated more police presence in West Bengal medical colleges after the rape and murder of a doctor raised safety concerns. The government faced criticism for relying on contractual security personnel instead of regular officers. The Chief Justice emphasized the vulnerability of female students and called for comprehensive security measures.
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Today, On 9th September, The Indian Medical Association (IMA) in West Bengal stands firm in their support for the ongoing doctors’ strike, despite the Supreme Court’s order to return to duty. The protests are in response to the rape and murder of a postgraduate doctor in Kolkata. The IMA criticizes the court’s decision and emphasizes the need for justice and the fight against healthcare corruption.