The Supreme Court on Friday (June 28th) directed the Uttar Pradesh (UP) government to expeditiously take a decision on the remission plea by former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Uday Bhan Singh, who had been convicted in a 1999 triple-murder case.
The Uttar Pradesh government Today updated the Supreme Court on the counselling of students who were instructed to slap a Muslim boy. The court directed the state to ensure counselling workshops are held by April 24. Additionally, the court addressed the issue of halted travel reimbursement and urged the state to take action. The matter stems from a PIL seeking a thorough investigation into the incident at a private school in Muzaffarnagar.
The Supreme Court of India expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s failure to provide counseling to students involved in a distressing school incident. Justices Oka and Bhuyan highlighted the state’s negligence in following court directives and underscored the urgency of the situation. The case underscores the need for a proactive approach in safeguarding children’s well-being in schools.
Supreme Court of India has taken significant action concerning the contentious issue of the Uttar Pradesh government’s ban on halal-certified products. The apex court has issued a formal notice in response to a plea filed by the Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind Halal Trust, which contests the validity of this ban. In a move to safeguard the rights and freedoms of those involved, the Supreme Court has also extended interim protection to Mahmood Madani, the chief of Jamiat, along with other key office-bearers of the trust.
The Supreme Court of India has adjourned the Muzaffarnagar student slapping case until February 6, 2024. The court allowed the petitioner’s counsel to offer suggestions on implementing recommendations by the Tata Institute of Social Studies. The case involves a seven-year-old Muslim student assaulted by classmates at the behest of his teacher, sparking national outrage. This case highlights important issues in child rights and communal harmony.
