The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to respond to Tamil Nadu’s plea challenging a Madras High Court order directing the State to reimburse private schools Rs 314.98 crore for EWS quota admissions. The State argues that the Union has not released its share of RTE funds since 2021.
The Supreme Court criticised AIADMK MP C.V. Shanmugam for casting doubts on the Election Commission and abusing court process. It set aside Madras HC’s order on the “Ungaludan Stalin” scheme and ordered him to pay Rs 10 lakh as costs.
Today, On 7th August, The Madras High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the appointment of senior IAS officers as Tamil Nadu government spokespersons, stating the appointments did not violate any law, and imposed a cost of Rs.1 lakh on the petitioner.
The Tamil Nadu government urged the Madras High Court to modify its earlier order on scheme nomenclatures, warning that immediate enforcement could halt welfare programmes like ‘Ungaludan Stalin’ and ‘Nalam Kaakum Stalin’ entirely.
Madras High Court slams Tamil Nadu Police for brutal custodial death of temple guard Ajith Kumar. Orders Rs 25 lakh interim compensation to victim’s family.
Today, On 22nd July, CJI B.R. Gavai said, “We will list this next week and hear this mid August,” as the Supreme Court issued notices to the Union and all States on the President’s reference over timelines for Bill assent.
The Madras High Court directed Tamil Nadu police officials to submit by July 29 a list of all pending cases against YouTuber ‘Savukku’ Shankar, while hearing his plea alleging police interference in his media company’s operations.
The Madras High Court ordered the Tamil Nadu government to take action against cinemas charging above fixed ticket rates, emphasizing enforcement amid rising OTT popularity. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh noted the importance of fair pricing and suggested theatres reconsider their business strategies to remain viable as more viewers opt for home entertainment.
The Supreme Court of India declined to urgently hear Tamil Nadu’s petition against the Union government for withholding Rs.2,151.59 crore in educational funds. The state alleges the Centre is improperly linking fund release to compliance with the NEP 2020, which it opposes, highlighting the urgent need for funding to ensure educational quality.
The Tamil Nadu government has approached the Supreme Court challenging the Madras High Court’s May 21 order that stayed nine state laws from 2020 related to appointing Vice-Chancellors in universities, calling it unconstitutional interference.
