Today(23rd Sept), The Supreme Court of India held a hearing on delays in prisoner releases due to pending file approvals, linked to former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s incarceration. The new Chief Minister, Atishi, assured the court that she would expedite the review of prisoner remission files, addressing concerns over prolonged delays, especially in Harpreet Singh’s case.
Today(17th Sept), Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal has informed the Supreme Court of threats of rape and physical harm against junior lawyers in his chamber, linked to their representation in the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case. The threats are a response to their involvement in the sensitive case.
On Wednesday(11th Sept), During the Supreme Court hearing, Attorney General R. Venkataramani stressed that enforcing fundamental duties requires ongoing legislative action and oversight. His comments came as the court reviewed a petition by lawyer Durga Dutt seeking clear laws to ensure compliance with constitutional duties.
The Supreme Court is currently hearing Arvind Kejriwal’s petition challenging his arrest by the CBI. Aam Aadmi Party leader could be released from jail following the hearing. Kejriwal’s lawyer emphasized the importance of Article 21 of the Constitution for his release, humorously mentioning Donald Trump. The case has been adjourned to September 5.
Today(5th September), The Supreme Court reprimanded the CBI for arresting Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal while he was already in ED custody, questioning the procedural validity of the re-arrest. The hearing centered on Kejriwal’s pleas challenging the CBI arrest and seeking regular bail.
The parents of the doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital will join protesting doctors before the Supreme Court hearing. They seek justice and support for the ongoing movement. The doctors’ resolve is strengthened by the parents’ decision. They also demand the safety of the victim’s family.
The Supreme Court will hear a plea from Patna High Court Judge Rudra Prakash Mishra, who has not been paid for 10 months due to a missing GPF account. The case also raises broader concerns about pension disparities for judges. Chief Justice Chandrachud highlighted the need for uniform treatment of judges. Mishra’s plea seeks the establishment of a temporary GPF account and payment of overdue salary.
Today(on 29th July),The Supreme Court will hear bail pleas from AAP leader Manish Sisodia, who has been in custody for 16 months since his February 2023 arrest in the alleged Delhi excise policy scam. Sisodia seeks release amid ongoing investigations into the case, with previous bail pleas rejected. The case involves allegations of kickbacks and misuse of the excise policy for political gains.
Today(on 22nd July),The Supreme Court of India is reviewing petitions calling for the cancellation of the NEET UG 2024 exam amid allegations of paper leaks and malpractice. This high-profile case highlights the critical importance of upholding the exam’s integrity.
Three AIIMS Patna doctors are detained by the CBI today for their involvement in the NEET-UG paper leak and exam irregularities. Two individuals have already been arrested, with one detained for 14 days and the other for 10. The Supreme Court is set to hear multiple petitions related to the controversy, with the Centre and NTA providing additional affidavits.
