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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is slated to return to Tihar Jail on June 2, as a local court has deferred the decision on his interim bail plea until June 5. The plea, filed by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), cites medical reasons and requests a week-long interim bail for Kejriwal. This comes in connection with his arrest in an alleged money laundering case related to the previously annulled liquor policy.
The Supreme Court of India defended judges’ work ethic, rejecting criticism on working hours and vacations. Justices expressed dismay at economist Sanjeev Sanyal’s remarks, emphasizing the judiciary’s workload and dedication. This emphasizes the court’s role in upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice in India.
Today (8th May): The Supreme Court reserved judgment on West Bengal’s suit alleging misuse of the CBI by the Centre. The State contends that withdrawing consent for CBI investigations prevents probes in West Bengal. Arguments presented by Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta focused on the suit’s maintainability, administrative control, and relief sought, with the Court reserving its verdict.
During a Supreme Court hearing, senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi humorously declined to offer solicitor general Tushar Mehta an internship under him. The hearing involved an original suit by the West Bengal government against the Centre concerning CBI investigations without state consent. Solicitor General Mehta emphasized the importance of Article 131, stating that the CBI operates independently from the Union of India.
The West Bengal government presented its case before the Supreme Court Today (May 2nd), opposing CBI investigations in the state. They argued that when the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is permitted to conduct probes within a state, it’s often followed by the involvement of the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
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The Solicitor General clarified that the CBI operates independently and is not controlled by the Union government, countering West Bengal’s lawsuit. The Supreme Court plans to hear the case and emphasized the urgency of concluding arguments before the summer recess. The outcome will set a crucial precedent for the CBI’s authority in such matters.
On 28th March(Today), the Solicitor General of India, Tushar Mehta, delivered a lecture at Jindal Global Law School titled “The Journey of the Supreme Court of India on the Fundamental Rights.” He emphasized the struggle and evolution of fundamental rights, from the Government of India Act of 1935 to present-day challenges, and highlighted the pivotal role of Justice Bhagwati in shaping India’s legal system.
Today (22nd March) The Supreme Court set guidelines for Lokayukta appointments, emphasizing the need for meaningful consultation with opposition leaders. This follows a plea contesting the Madhya Pradesh Lokayukta’s appointment without Leader of the Opposition consultation. The court aims to ensure transparency and statutory compliance in such appointments nationwide. The plea challenges the appointment’s transparency and demands its annulment.
The Supreme Court today dismissed the government’s concerns about misuse of the Electoral Bonds scheme and emphasized the need for transparency. Solicitor General Mehta expressed concerns about distortions in statistics and social media misuse, but the Court focused on upholding the rule of law. The Court instructed the State Bank of India to disclose all pertinent information, including alphanumeric codes associated with the bonds.