“Judiciary Cannot Be Above Scrutiny, Criticism Is Necessary For Accountability”: CJI Surya Kant

The judiciary cannot place itself beyond scrutiny, and fair, informed criticism of judicial functioning is a legitimate and necessary feature of a constitutional democracy, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said, adding that public trust is “the only currency that authority is ever paid in.” New Delhi: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has […]

Who Stole From India’s Holiest Temple?: Row Erupts Over Ram Temple Donation Theft

The Ayodhya Ram Temple has faced allegations of financial irregularities involving donations, jewellery, gold and other offerings from devotees. Legal petitions seek an independent probe, while the temple trust denies wrongdoing. The Uttar Pradesh government has formed a three-member SIT to investigate the claims.

NEET-UG Paper Leak Row| PM Modi Is Personally Monitoring It: Centre Tells Supreme Court

The Centre told the Supreme Court that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is personally monitoring the government’s response to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Talking about the cancellation decision, it said he is overseeing every step taken very carefully.

ED Asks WB Director of Securities To Send Absconding Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Santanu Sinha Biswas For Questioning

The Enforcement Directorate asked the West Bengal government’s Director of Securities to ensure that absconding Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Santanu Sinha Biswas appears for questioning in money laundering cases. The agency said his presence is important for investigation.

CCTV Installation in Police Stations: Supreme Court Orders May 6 Meeting on Funds Utilisation

The Supreme Court has directed that a meeting be held on May 6 to review how states have used the allocated funds meant for installing CCTV cameras in police stations. The Court seeks full compliance and transparency now.

Why Are Our Responses Not Recorded?: Kejriwal to Appear Before Delhi HC Today Over Affidavit Acceptance in Judge’s Recusal Case

AAP said Arvind Kejriwal will appear before the Delhi High Court today seeking acceptance of his affidavits filed in response to CBI. The party said his response is not taken on record, questioning, “Why are responses not recorded?”

Criticism Should Not Be Treated As A Condemnation Of The System: Justice Manmohan

Justice Manmohan of the Supreme Court said criticism should be seen as guidance and not rejection, urging openness to improvement. He added, “Criticism should not be treated as a condemnation of the system. It should be treated as a suggestion.”

RTI Dilution Row | Undermine Constitutional Principles: Activists, Journalists Move Supreme Court Against Modi Govt’s Privacy Law

In the RTI dilution row, activists and journalists have approached the Supreme Court of India against the Modi government’s privacy law, arguing it enables the withholding of crucial public information and undermines core constitutional principles of the nation.

Rules Of The Game Cannot Be Altered Once The Game Has Begun: Supreme Court Quashes Punjab Medical Admission Change

The Supreme Court ruled that “rules of the game cannot be altered once the game has begun,” applying this principle to admissions. It quashed Punjab’s medical admission change to ensure a fair and transparent sports quota process.

Karur Stampede: Supreme Court Refuses to Modify Its Order Suspending Enquiry Commission

Today, On 12th December, The Supreme Court has refused to modify its earlier order suspending the Enquiry Commission probing the Karur stampede case. The Court said the suspension will continue as directed, rejecting calls for reconsideration and stressing judicial consistency and fairness.