NEW DELHI: The state governments of Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Rajasthan have established Transgender Welfare Boards. This action follows a directive from the Supreme Court of India, announced on January 21, 2025. The court was informed of the progress during a hearing related to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the Kinner Maa Eksamajik Sanstha Trust.
Uttar Pradesh witnessed a significant reshuffle in its judiciary, with 114 judges transferred across various districts. This large-scale movement aims to streamline judicial processes and ensure effective administration of justice. The transfers include several district judges and senior judicial officers, impacting key courts in the state. Such reshuffles are part of regular efforts to maintain transparency and efficiency in the judiciary.
Today, On 17th June, A Delhi High Court judge has recused from hearing the plea of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar to suspend his sentence in the Unnao rape case. Sengar was convicted for the 2017 rape of a minor and is currently serving a life sentence. The judge did not provide specific reasons for stepping aside from the case. The matter will now be assigned to another bench for further proceedings.
Today, On 8th January, The Allahabad High Court issued a stay order to the civil court case regarding the Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. The mosque’s management committee filed a revision petition after a Supreme Court ruling. There were concerns raised about the fast pace of early judgments and surveys. The High Court has asked for responses by February 25.
The Sambhal court is set to hear the Jama Masjid-Harihar Temple case on March 5. This comes despite the Supreme Court’s directive instructing all lower courts to refrain from accepting new cases requesting surveys of places of worship until further notice. The directive aims to maintain legal uniformity and prevent an influx of similar suits across courts. The outcome of this case may hold significant implications for such disputes.
Today, On 4th December, Atul Subhash, a Bengaluru techie, tragically died by suicide, leading to an abetment case against his wife, Nikita Singhania, her mother, Nisha Singhania, and brother, Anurag Singhania. The trio approached a sessions court in Bengaluru and were granted bail. The case involves allegations linked to Subhash’s death. Further investigation and legal proceedings are underway.
Jitendra Kumar, facing multiple legal battles, set himself on fire near Parliament after traveling to Delhi to seek relief from the Supreme Court. Burdened by ongoing court cases and unable to continue his education, Kumar was deeply troubled. This tragic incident reflects his frustration and hopelessness. The authorities are looking into the matter.
Vikas Yadav, serving life for the 2002 murder of Nitish Katara, seeks a three-week furlough from the Delhi High Court. His plea cites 22 years of custody, a clean record, and deprivation of social ties. Previous furlough requests were denied due to reported misconduct during imprisonment, challenging his rehabilitation claims.
A civil court in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, will hear a plea regarding the alleged existence of the Neelkanth temple at the Jama Masjid Shamsi site on January 18, 2025. The dispute centers around claims made by Mukesh Patel of the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha, with significant implications for communal harmony and historical narrative.