The Gauhati High Court, led by Justice Devashis Baruah, annulled the appointments of 935 Nagaland police constables due to irregularities. The Court mandated a new, legally compliant recruitment process within six months, addressing concerns over “backdoor appointments.” Previous appointees may remain for six months until replacements are made.
The Kerala High Court ordered 28 lawyers to provide free legal services as a remedy for their contempt of court, after they apologized for shouting abusive slogans against a Chief Judicial Magistrate. The court found their apology insufficient and proposed this measure, which the lawyers accepted while ensuring their right to practice law.
Today (29 Feb) the Supreme Court overturned a 2018 judgment regarding the duration of interim stay orders in civil and criminal cases. The Court emphasized that stay orders should not automatically expire after six months and that time-bound decisions should only be made in exceptional circumstances. The ruling highlighted the importance of allowing each court to prioritize cases based on their unique circumstances.
