The Supreme Court plans to establish guidelines for Advocates-on-Record (AORs) due to concerns over conduct and false statements in a criminal case involving a 30-year sentence. AORs are crucial for litigants, and the Court seeks input from the Supreme Court AOR Association to ensure proper guidelines are formulated.
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The Supreme Court of India reinforced the use of English as the official language for court proceedings, raising concerns about the growing use of Hindi. This has sparked debates about language inclusivity in the legal system. The bench made it clear that all proceedings must be conducted in English unless specified otherwise by Parliament, with the Chief Justice also advocating for the use of regional languages to enhance justice delivery.
The Supreme Court reprimanded its Registry for failing to list a Special Leave Petition as directed, stressing the need for compliance with court orders. The Court warned of serious consequences for repeated errors or negligence in handling case files and instructed the Registry to provide a report explaining its determination that the petition was filed on time.
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Today, On 27th August, The Supreme Court dismissed the Enforcement Directorate’s challenge to the stay of summonses issued to Tamil Nadu district collectors in an illegal sand mining case. The court admonished the collectors for failing to appear before the ED and directed them to comply with the summonses. Approximately 2,300 FIRs are involved, with 36 documents still undownloadable.
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court criticized the UT administration’s “couldn’t care less” attitude towards complying with its orders and warned of “firm measures” if compliance is not ensured. The court has ordered key officials to appear for a hearing today after two of them missed a previous court appearance, leading to the bench’s frustration.
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The Supreme Court expressed concern over the disposal of plastic waste in riverbanks and water bodies, emphasizing the environmental threat it poses. The Court instructed government bodies to address the issue and submit an affidavit within four weeks. Additionally, the Court ordered the removal of unauthorized constructions near the Ganga River in Patna.
Today, On 6th August, The Supreme Court dismissed Sameer Kulkarni’s petition challenging the trial proceedings for the 2008 Malegaon Bomb Blast Case, stating no interference was warranted. Kulkarni sought to question the legal grounds of the sanction under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The trial lacked a valid sanction and the case was ultimately dismissed.
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The Supreme Court today has scheduled a hearing on August 5 for Manish Sisodia’s bail plea in the liquor policy case. Sisodia, a former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister, has been in jail for 16 months. The case involves alleged corruption in the liquor policy and implicates the Aam Aadmi Party and its leader Arvind Kejriwal.
The Supreme Court criticized Justice Jayachandran for commenting on Justice Swaminathan and urged judges to refrain from such criticism. They granted interim bail to YouTuber Savukku Shankar and requested an expedited hearing of the case, emphasizing the importance of preventive detention matters. The Court advised against High Court judges making remarks about their colleagues.
Today, On 19th July, The Supreme Court requested a response from the Punjab government regarding a petition disputing the Punjab and Haryana High Court’s order to remove protesters from YPS Chowk. The petition, filed by ‘Kaumi Insaaf Morcha,’ seeks to halt the enforcement of the order, highlighting demands for the release of Sikh political prisoners and expedited trials.