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The Supreme Court today dismissed a plea seeking permission for detained politicians to campaign virtually during elections, upholding the Delhi High Court’s decision. The bench criticized the petition for targeting a specific politician and noted “mala fide intent.” The plea, filed in the public interest, was considered unnecessary, with the High Court warning of potential risks if such provision were allowed.
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The Supreme Court today granted bail to Ashish Mishra, son of former Union Minister Ajay Mishra, in connection with the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence. His movements are restricted to Delhi or Lucknow. The court also approved bail for farmers involved in the case and instructed the trial court to expedite proceedings, prioritizing the case.
The Haryana government appealed to the Supreme Court against a High Court order to remove barricades at the Shambhu border. The barricades were set up due to farmer protests demanding a legal guarantee for minimum support price for crops. The Supreme Court questioned the state’s authority to block the highway and emphasized the need to regulate traffic.
The Supreme Court reaffirmed that under the Hindu Marriage Act, a divorce can be granted if there is no compliance with an order to restore conjugal rights for at least a year. The case involved a marriage irretrievably broken for over 16 years, leading to the grant of divorce and a one-time alimony payment of Rs. 30 lakhs.
The Supreme Court issued notice today to K Babu, responding to a plea by CPI(M) leader M Swaraj challenging the election result of the 2021 Kerala Assembly polls. Swaraj alleges the use of religious symbols for votes by Babu, which the Kerala High Court rejected, citing lack of evidence. Babu is asked to respond to the plea.
The Supreme Court emphasized that criminals are shaped by environmental and psychological factors, not inherent traits. It granted bail to an accused, highlighting the right to a speedy trial and appropriate bail considerations regardless of the crime’s severity, cautioning against deeming any criminal as irredeemable.
Today, On 25th June, The Supreme Court directed the Tamil Nadu government to allow unrestricted movement of All India Permit buses within the state. The order came in response to a plea by inter-state bus operators, who argued that the state’s directives contradict the Motor Vehicles Act. The court has instructed authorities to ensure unhindered passage for these buses.
The Supreme Court reinforced the credibility of dying declarations, emphasizing their weight in legal proceedings. The judgment upheld a life sentence for a man convicted of brutally murdering his wife in Maharashtra. The victim’s declarations, made while facing imminent death, played a vital role in delivering justice. The ruling sheds light on domestic violence issues and the judiciary’s role in addressing such crimes.
Today (9th April): The Supreme Court of India issued a notice regarding unauthorized tree cutting in the forest ridge near Delhi University, ordering an immediate halt to the activities. Justices AS Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan directed authorities to maintain the status quo and expressed willingness to consider tree replantation. The court emphasized the prohibition of further tree felling.
Today, On 6th May, The Supreme Court postponed the hearing for former Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji’s bail plea to May 15. He seeks bail in a money laundering case and the delay extends the legal proceedings. The anticipation grows around the outcome of his plea. This decision comes after a complex hearing involving the Enforcement Directorate. Balaji’s detention continues as the case progresses.