A special court in Karnataka has announced that 27 kg of gold and diamond jewelry, vital evidence in the disproportionate assets case involving former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, will be handed over to the Tamil Nadu government on March 6 and 7. The move aims to fulfill the Rs 100 crore fine imposed on her, with directives for disposal and trial expenses also issued.
The Supreme Court is set to review the plea against the closure of the Sterlite Copper unit in Tamil Nadu, filed by Vedanta group. This review has implications for stakeholders and could influence industrial operations and environmental policies in India. The court’s decision may impact not only Vedanta but also environmental policies in Tamil Nadu and beyond.
The Supreme Court dismissed the Tamil Nadu Football Association’s petition against the All India Football Federation’s administrative panel appointment, imposing a Rs 50,000 penalty. The association’s office-bearers are barred from using association funds for reimbursement. The decision emphasized the need for transparent and efficient sports organization administration, rejecting the association’s plea.
The Madras High Court has adjourned the suo motu revision case regarding the discharge of Tamil Nadu Minister KKSSR Ramachandran. This decision follows the Supreme Court’s directives, reflecting the court’s commitment to upholding legal standards. The hearing, set for February 7, is highly anticipated as it holds implications for legal accountability and transparency in public office.
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has invoked its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to remit the 20-year sentence of a Tamil Nadu man, Sankar, convicted of aggravated sexual assault against a 14-year-old girl, who he later married and fathered children with. This ruling, delivered by a […]
The court’s action was prompted by remarks Udhayanidhi Stalin delivered at an event hosted by the Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers and Artists Association in Chennai on September 2, 2023. In his address, Stalin drew a contentious comparison, stating, “In the same way we aim to eliminate dengue, mosquitoes, malaria, or coronavirus, it’s essential we also […]
The Supreme Court of India is seeking to establish guidelines to ensure fair investigations involving the Directorate of Enforcement and state government officials. Concerns about potential vindictive arrests and mala-fide witch-hunting have prompted the Court to develop a pan-India mechanism to address these issues. The Court has proposed joint investigations and a transparent mechanism to prevent political misuse of power.
The Supreme Court has directed the Central Government to establish a negotiation committee to facilitate discussions between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka over the Pennaiyar river water dispute. This comes after the previous committee failed to make significant progress. The objective is to reach a negotiated settlement and the committee is expected to submit a preliminary report within three months.
Tamil Nadu’s Advocate General, R Shanmugasundaram, has announced his decision to resign from his position. This announcement comes amidst a series of legal challenges faced by the ruling government. Shanmugasundaram, who also served as a former Rajya Sabha member, plans to meet Chief Minister MK Stalin on January 10 to formally submit his resignation papers. […]
Issues Notices to Centre and 13 States In a significant move addressing concerns of caste-based discrimination in Indian prisons, the Supreme Court has issued notices to the Union Government and 13 State Governments following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by journalist Sukanya Shanta. The PIL, which is based on Shanta’s award-winning 2020 report titled […]