Today, On 18th November, The Supreme Court adjourned Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad’s plea seeking the release of his passport, which is linked to remarks made on Operation Sindoor. The matter was deferred even though the Court had earlier fixed November 18 for the hearing.
Today, On 25th April, The Bombay High Court slammed the state government for not registering an FIR against police officers in the Badlapur accused encounter case, calling it a “brazen violation of our order.” The Court warned that criminal contempt proceedings would be initiated if the case papers were not transferred immediately.
Today, On 7th April, The Bombay High Court ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the Badlapur encounter case. After the verdict, Special Public Prosecutor Amit Desai requested a two-week stay to move the Supreme Court. However, the court refused to grant the stay. The SIT will now begin its investigation without delay.
The Supreme Court slammed the district bar associations in Haryana, stating that lawyers’ chambers have turned into hubs for property dealers. A Bench led by Justice Surya Kant warned that it may order a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into their activities if necessary. The court expressed concern over the misuse of legal chambers, which should be dedicated to legal work but are instead being used for commercial dealings.