NEW DELHI: Former Chief Justice of India, U.U. Lalit, will be one of the key persons to speak before the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) set up to review the One Nation One Election (ONOE) Bill. Along with him, four other prominent figures will also give their views in a meeting scheduled for February 25.
A top committee in Gujarat met to prepare the state’s Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The discussion covered important legal and social points of the new law. Officials talked about ways to make personal laws the same for all communities. This step is seen as an important move towards legal changes in the state.
Today, On 3rd December, The Supreme Court of India has raised concerns over vacant medical seats and urged the Central Government to consult stakeholders for solutions. Highlighting the high demand for healthcare professionals, the court stressed the importance of ensuring all seats are filled. It called for streamlined admission processes and better resource utilization in medical education. This move aims to address gaps and improve access to healthcare across the country.
The Supreme Court of India has revised its scheduling procedure, announcing that from January 2025, regular hearing matters will be conducted on Thursdays instead of Wednesdays and Thursdays. This change aims to enhance court efficiency. Additionally, miscellaneous matters, such as bail pleas, will be heard on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Stakeholders express concerns about the future of Kamil and Fazil students in Uttar Pradesh as the government considers amending the Madrasa Act, following a Supreme Court ruling. Proposed changes may exclude these courses from official recognition, impacting approximately 38,000 students. Clarity and safeguards are urged to protect student interests amidst these developments.
During the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Bombay High Court complex, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized the need for modernization in the judiciary. He quoted the Bollywood film “Dil Chahta Hai,” stating, “Hum Hain Naye, Andaaz Kyon Ho Puraana,” illustrating the importance of blending tradition with innovative approaches to enhance accessibility and efficiency in justice.
Today(on 8th July),The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking menstrual leave and advised the Centre to collaborate with stakeholders and states to formulate a model policy. While recognizing the potential of menstrual leave to increase women’s workforce participation, the Court emphasized the need for a balanced approach to avoid unintended consequences and suggested involving the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is leading an effort to standardize hospital billing, aiming to enhance transparency in pricing methods. This initiative aims to benefit patients, health insurers, and government entities by streamlining billing practices across private hospitals and clinical facilities.
The Bombay High Court directed litigant Nixon D’Silva to present EVM manipulation prevention suggestions to the Election Commission, emphasizing the court’s limited jurisdiction. This reflects the court’s respect for the separation of powers and highlights the importance of involving the appropriate authorities in addressing concerns related to EVM manipulation effectively.
