![[Coal Block Allocation] "Is This the Stand of CBI That Everything Should Come to Us?": CJI Khanna to Re-evaluate High Court Jurisdiction](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image-4.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 4th December, the Supreme Court, led by CJI Sanjiv Khanna, plans to revisit its previous rulings preventing High Courts from handling appeals in coal block allocation cases. This decision, aimed at improving judicial efficiency, will be discussed by a larger bench starting January 15, 2025, addressing concerns about trial delays.
Justice Aravind Kumar, born on July 14, 1962, in Karnataka, became Chief Justice of Gujarat High Court in October 2021. He has a distinguished legal career, including roles as Additional Standing Counsel for the Union government and various judicial positions. Kumar focused on reducing case backlogs and enhancing legal education during his tenure.
Advocate Balraj Singh Malik, representing one of the accused in the Parliament security breach case, argued before a Delhi court on Monday that the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) should not be applied to young individuals who express frustration with the government’s authoritarian behavior. NEW DELHI: On Monday(9th Sept), the Patiala House Court reserved its […]
The Supreme Court ordered the Tamil Nadu Government to submit all correspondence related to the sanction to prosecute ex-minister V Senthil Balaji. The victims sought a Special Public Prosecutor, a special investigation team, and completion of the trial within a year. The state government claimed no responsibility for the delay and proposed a review of the records.
The Rohini District Court in Delhi has sentenced a man, who was a minor when he committed the crime, to life imprisonment for the 2017 rape and murder of a 5-year-old girl. The court determined that the individual was over 16 years old at the time of the offense, which allowed him to be tried as an adult. Special Judge (POCSO) Sushil Bala Dagar not only handed down the life sentence but also imposed a fine on the convicted individual. Additionally, the judge directed that compensation be provided to the victim’s family as part of the ruling.
A Mumbai court convicted a 19-year-old for confessing his love to a 14-year-old girl and holding her hand. Judge Ashwini Lokhande presided over the case, determining that the boy’s actions compromised the young girl’s dignity. The court highlighted the necessity of safeguarding minors from inappropriate advances. This conviction underscores the serious legal consequences of such behavior toward minors. It serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting boundaries and the law when it comes to interactions with minors.
Former Madras High Court judge Justice PN Prakash criticized the appointment of public prosecutors, pointing out that their political affiliations undermine the legal system. He also highlighted issues of perjury, civil suits, and language barriers faced by migrant workers in criminal cases. The discussion also covered the impact of civil disputes on criminal cases and the challenges faced by magistrates.
The Central Government today appointed former Madras High Court judge, Justice PN Prakash, as the Special Public Prosecutor for NIA cases before the Supreme Court. The Ministry of Home Affairs confirmed the appointment. Justice Prakash will represent the NIA in several pending cases. He was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Supreme Court after retirement.
Yesterday, On 6th July, A Mumbai court denied interim relief to a man accused of creating deepfake videos of Amitabh Bachchan. The accused, the owner of an Ayurvedic company in Uttarakhand, had sought interim protection from arrest, but the court refused. The case underscores the legal and ethical challenges posed by misuse of digital technologies for deceptive video content.
![[Renukaswamy Murder Case] Actor Darshan Remanded to Judicial Custody Until July 4](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-45-1.png?resize=447%2C338&ssl=1)
Yesterday, On 22nd June, Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, along with three others, was remanded to judicial custody until July 4 in connection with the murder of 33-year-old Renukaswamy, a fan of the actor. Allegedly, Darshan enlisted a fan club member to carry out the murder. The case continues to unfold, with 17 individuals implicated in the murder.