The Karnataka High Court upheld the eviction of a daughter-in-law after finding that the elderly homeowner was forced to live in an outhouse. The Court stressed that senior citizens cannot be denied dignity or access to their own home.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the Ayushman Arogya Mandir at Tis Hazari, deeming it a key advance in public healthcare. She criticized the former AAP government for delaying the project for four years, emphasizing her administration’s commitment to providing improved health facilities. Additionally, 33 Arogya Mandirs were launched.
Homeowners from Chennai, represented by Iyarappan B, are urging Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna to address delays in Unitech’s unfinished projects affecting 13,000 families. After the Supreme Court’s involvement since 2018, construction has stalled, causing significant mental and financial distress. The association seeks urgent action to expedite proceedings and restore public confidence.
Two lawyers from the Bombay High Court filed a complaint with the Mumbai Police alleging discrimination against regular devotees at the Lalbaugcha Raja pandal. A viral video showed staff pushing regular visitors while VIPs were treated differently. The mistreatment of common people during the darshan of Lord Ganesha was highlighted, sparking concern over unequal treatment.
Today, On 5th May, The Delhi High Court directed the chief secretary to address a plea for a door-to-door survey to determine senior citizen numbers and build elderly homes in Delhi’s districts. The court stressed prompt resolution, emphasizing a comprehensive and inclusive approach involving multiple stakeholders. This step aims to strengthen the support system for the elderly by providing accurate data for effective measures.
On March 21st, CJI Chandrachud inaugurated the “Accessibility Help Desk” and “Media Enclosure” at the Supreme Court Complex in New Delhi to improve accessibility for all individuals, following the recommendations of a committee chaired by Justice Ravindra Bhatt. These facilities aim to cater to differently-abled individuals, senior citizens, and others in need of special assistance.