Yesterday, On 6th August, The Supreme Court has postponed the much-awaited review hearing on its 2022 verdict that upheld the ED’s powers under PMLA. Due to scheduling issues, the matter will now be Today, by a three-judge bench.
Supreme Court hears challenge to Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, raising concerns over misuse. Justice Nagarathna warns: “It can protect honest officers — or dishonest ones.”
CJI B.R. Gavai said he would speak to Justice Surya Kant on whether to list fresh writ petitions along with review pleas against the 2022 verdict upholding PMLA. Petitioners seek a larger bench reference on ED’s powers.
Supreme Court strongly criticizes delay in forensic report of audio tapes allegedly linking Manipur CM to ethnic violence. Bench warns Centre of strict action if report isn’t submitted before next hearing.
The Supreme Court has stayed the Bombay High Court’s order declaring 120 hectares in Mumbai’s Kanjurmarg as protected forest. This allows the city to use the land as a garbage landfill.
Supreme Court to hear if magistrate approval should be mandatory before summoning lawyers in probes. Move follows ED’s controversial summons to senior advocates in ESOP case.
The Supreme Court will hear the Presidential reference on timelines for Governors and the President to act on State Bills from August 19. CJI-led Bench to first decide if the reference is legally maintainable.
Delhi High Court has reserved its verdict on bail pleas of activists Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid in the UAPA case linked to the alleged pre-planned conspiracy behind the February 2020 Delhi riots.
Today, On 7th July, The Delhi High Court has dismissed Turkish company Çelebi’s petition challenging the revocation of its security clearance. The clearance was withdrawn after Turkey’s controversial remarks during India’s Operation Sindoor drew sharp criticism.
