The Bombay High Court Today (Oct 31) permitted an 11-year-old sexual assault survivor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy. A vacation bench of Justices Sharmila Deshmukh and Jitendra Jain said the minor shall undergo the procedure for termination on Thursday itself at the state-run J J hospital here. The girl had moved HC through her father seeking permission to end the pregnancy.
The Supreme Court of India resumed after a summer break, delivering judgments and emphasizing the hard work during vacations. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and other justices highlighted the sacrifices and efforts made by judges and their families. Critics were called out for their misconceptions about the judiciary’s dedication and workload.
The Supreme Court granted bail to an auto-rickshaw driver accused of murder after he spent six years in jail due to a prolonged trial. A Vacation Bench noted that only one out of 109 witnesses had been examined, prompting them to grant relief to the accused, Ganesh. The accused argued he was not involved in the crime.
![[Breaking] Delhi Excise Policy: Arvind Kejriwal's Judicial Custody Extended Till July 12th](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-62-1.png?resize=447%2C337&ssl=1)
Today, On 25th June, AAP plans to appeal to the Supreme Court against the stay on CM Kejriwal’s bail in the excise policy case. The High Court criticized the trial court for not properly considering the evidence presented. AAP announced their disagreement and intention to contest in the Supreme Court. The case involves alleged irregularities in Delhi’s excise policy.
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Today, On 24th June, The Supreme Court granted OAS officer Bijaya Ketan Sahoo interim protection from arrest in a money laundering case, amid allegations of amassing disproportionate assets. The case involves acquiring properties linked to the “proceeds of crime,” and Sahoo is directed to appear before the special PMLA court within two weeks. The plea argued against sudden arrest after being free for years during the investigation.
The Delhi High Court is set to announce its decision on the Enforcement Directorate’s plea to halt Arvind Kejriwal’s bail in a money laundering case. The ruling, expected at 2:30 p.m., is pivotal for the ongoing legal proceedings. The Supreme Court has postponed its hearing, awaiting the High Court’s final ruling on the matter.
Today, On 24th June, The Supreme Court issued contempt notices to Delhi Development Authority (DDA) officials for unauthorized tree cutting, stressing the need to protect the environment. The court plans a thorough investigation and a large tree plantation initiative in Delhi. Earlier, a contempt notice was issued to the DDA Vice-Chairman for extensive tree cutting. Next hearing scheduled for June 26.
The Supreme Court will hear Odisha Administrative Service officer Bijaya Ketan Sahoo’s plea for anticipatory bail in a money laundering case involving disproportionate assets. The case, initiated by the Enforcement Directorate, alleges unreported income funnelled into properties and investments. Orissa High Court previously refused anticipatory bail, citing a prima facie case. Subsequent summons have been issued, and a hearing is scheduled for June 24.
![[Bhima Koregaon Case] SC Grants Interim Bail to Mahesh Raut to Attend Grandmother's Last Rites](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mahesh.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today(on 21st June), The Supreme Court granted two weeks of interim bail to Mahesh Raut, a Bhima Koregaon case accused, to attend his grandmother’s last rites, starting from June 26 to July 10, 2024. The NIA Special Court will determine the conditions of release, with Raut required to surrender by July 10.
