The Delhi High Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the acute shortage of night shelters in the capital amid an intense cold wave. The Court directed authorities to act urgently to protect homeless residents from freezing conditions.
The Bombay High Court has initiated suo motu action regarding lengthy adoption delays in India, following a Times of India report indicating an average wait of 3.5 years for prospective parents. With 35,500 families registered and only 2,400 children available, the court has called for responses from CARA and the government.
The Supreme Court criticized Rahul Gandhi for his controversial comments about Veer Savarkar, leading to a defamation case filed by Savarkar’s relative. The court summoned Gandhi to appear in Pune on May 9, 2025, and warned him against making uninformed statements about historical figures. Proper historical understanding is emphasized for political leaders.
Former SCBA President Adish Aggarwala has urged the CJI to take action on a letter from West Bengal judicial officers. The letter details an attempt to interfere with judicial processes, raising concerns about security and independence. Aggarwala stresses the importance of immediate intervention to protect judicial officers and uphold the judiciary’s integrity.