NEW DELHI: Today, 7th March, The Supreme Court of India has granted interim bail to Uttar Pradesh MLA Abbas Ansari in a case filed under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 1986. The Court, while allowing the bail, imposed strict conditions on his movements and public statements.
New Delhi, Feb 4: The Delhi High Court given a final opportunity to the Delhi government to submit a status report on a case filed by several blind students who are seeking accommodation to continue their education. On Tuesday, Justice Sachin Datta remarked that the Delhi government’s social welfare department had been ordered to file the report, but had failed to do so.
New Delhi, 3rd February 2025: The Supreme Court of India has ordered the Central and State governments not to take any action that would decrease forest areas. This decision will remain in place until further notice.A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K Vinod Chandran was hearing multiple petitions challenging the changes made to the Forest (Conservation) Act, 2023.
Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court will hear a petition on February 3, asking for better safety measures for devotees at the Maha Kumbh 2025. The petition was filed after tragic stampede deaths at past gatherings and calls for quick action to avoid such incidents. Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna, will lead the hearing today. The petition stresses the importance of proper crowd control and safety measures.
Today, On 10th January, The Supreme Court ruled against allowing puja at the well located within Sambhal’s Jama Masjid amid an ongoing temple-mosque dispute. The court emphasized maintaining the status quo while addressing the sensitive matter. It has also issued a notice to the Uttar Pradesh government, seeking its response on the issue. The case highlights the judicial approach to balancing religious sentiments and legal considerations.
The Supreme Court directed immediate action to fill vacancies in the Central Information Commission and State Information Commissions, vital for the Right to Information Act’s implementation. A status report regarding these vacancies was requested from various states, with a next hearing set for December 17, 2024, emphasizing the importance of prompt appointments.
The Delhi High Court has ordered the government to report on the Advocate Protection Act’s implementation in response to rising violence against lawyers. The Bar Council of India has proposed the Advocates Protection Bill, 2021, to safeguard lawyers, emphasizing the need for legislation similar to the recently passed Rajasthan Advocates Protection Bill, 2023.
Today, On 4th October, the Delhi High Court demanded reports from the Kalkaji Temple Mahant and local police after a 17-year-old’s death due to an exposed wire. Justice Singh highlighted past safety concerns and ordered accountability for crowd management, emphasizing the need for improved safety protocols at the temple, particularly during festival seasons.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed enhanced security for a judge following a suicide incident at Amritsar’s Golden Temple, where an assailant used the judge’s security officer’s gun. The Punjab Police must submit a sealed status report on the investigation, with further hearings scheduled for September 27.
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Today, On 9th September, The Delhi High Court granted Dheeraj Wadhawan bail on medical grounds in a CBI case related to a bank fraud. The court reversed the trial court’s order and requested the CBI to provide a status report. The Supreme Court had previously overturned a decision granting bail to Dheeraj and his brother. The CBI had filed a chargesheet, and the trial court had granted default bail.