The Supreme Court denied bail to a 60-year-old woman accused under the NDPS Act, citing repeated alleged involvement in similar offences. Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra made strong observations during the hearing regarding her conduct and credibility.
Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra recused himself from hearing Jacqueline Fernandez’s plea in the Rs 200-crore money laundering case involving Sukesh Chandrashekhar, citing a conflict of interest arising from a connected matter. The Supreme Court directed that the case be listed on June 25 before a different Bench.
The Supreme Court issued notice to CBSE on a plea by a Saudi Arabia-based student seeking declaration of his Class XII Improvement Examination result. Concerned about the impact on his higher education opportunities, the Court directed urgent consideration, observing that the matter concerns the student’s academic future and admissions.
The Supreme Court dismissed the bail plea of Haryana-based travel blogger Jyoti Malhotra, observing that allegations of sharing sensitive information with Pakistani intelligence operatives were “very serious.” The Court held that national security considerations must prevail while examining bail requests in such cases.
The Supreme Court allowed withdrawal of an SLP seeking regular bail in an NDPS Act and Arms Act case after making sharp observations on the accused’s criminal antecedents during the hearing, remarking on the petitioner’s extensive criminal history before permitting withdrawal of the plea.
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a bail plea in a Meerut double murder case, with Justice Vikram Nath comparing the allegations to an Ajay Devgn film. The Court made strong observations against the accused, who allegedly killed a woman and her father over one-sided love.
The Supreme Court agreed to consider Reliance Industries Limited’s fresh request for conciliation in the Krishna-Godavari Basin gas migration dispute with the Central government, observing that an amicable settlement would be welcomed and the appeal could be disposed of if both sides successfully resolve the matter.
The Supreme Court of India said the proposed Aravalli expert committee must consult environmental specialists and stakeholders while remaining compact, with CJI Surya Kant observing that a 5–7 member panel would ensure effective functioning and ecological protection of the mountain range.
The Supreme Court of India dismissed a plea challenging Punjab municipal elections through ballot papers instead of EVMs, with CJI Surya Kant observing that no judicial intervention was possible as polling was scheduled to begin the following day.
The Supreme Court of India refused to entertain an NGO plea seeking clarification on stray dog euthanasia directions, observing that statements made by a Chief Minister cannot justify modifying judicial orders or imply permission for indiscriminate killing of stray dogs across states.
