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After the Supreme Court on Tuesday (September 17, 2024) ordered that the identity of the medic murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata should be removed from Wikipedia, the Wikimedia Foundation moved to avert a confrontation with the highest court.
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Today(17th Sept),The Supreme Court of India has ordered Wikipedia to remove the name and photograph of the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder victim, emphasizing the legal protection of rape victims’ identities. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud reiterated that Indian law strictly prohibits disclosing such details in sexual assault cases.
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Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal of the Allahabad High Court has scheduled the next hearing for the Gyanvapi Case on September 9. The Anjuman Intezamia Committee argued that an ASI survey of the Wazukhana in the Gyanvapi Mosque is not permissible due to a Supreme Court order. Petitioner Rakhi Singh challenged the denial of the ASI survey.
Today(on 22nd July), The Madhya Pradesh High Court’s Indore bench adjourned the hearing on the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula mosque complex dispute after ASI submitted its survey report. The matter will be heard following the Supreme Court’s order. The complex is a site of contention between Hindu and Muslim communities, and a previous order regulates access for worship.
Today (15th May): The Supreme Court closed the contempt of court case against two NCDRC members in the Ireo Grace Realtech case, despite dissatisfaction with their explanation. The court stressed the importance of obeying orders and urged caution. The case originated from non-bailable warrants issued against Ireo Grace’s directors despite a Supreme Court stay order.
On 3rd May: The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) executive committee expressed concerns about the Supreme Court’s recent order mandating one-third of positions in the SCBA elections to be reserved for women. They objected to the order, citing potential negative impacts on the independence of the Bar. The SCBA has called for a meeting to discuss these issues and uphold the role of the judiciary in bar matters. The directive aims to increase gender diversity within the SCBA and ensure inclusivity for women lawyers. Elections for the 2024-25 term are scheduled for May 16th, with results to be announced on May 19th.
On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended the electoral bond system during his visit to Tamil Nadu, acknowledging its imperfections and emphasizing the need for improvement. He dismissed concerns raised by opposition parties and emphasized his government’s focus on developmental initiatives in Tamil Nadu, highlighting its potential for a developed India.