The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, directed the Union government to rectify legal flaws regarding accessibility for disabled individuals under the RPWD Act. The Court emphasized the need for mandatory accessibility rules instead of non-enforceable guidelines, ordering compliance within three months and stakeholder consultations for effective implementation.
The Supreme Court granted bail to Ashutosh Garg, accused of tax fraud amounting to Rs 1,032 crores through fake firms. The Court took into account the maximum penalty of five years and time served in custody. Garg’s appeal highlighted the economic impact of his actions, leading to a different approach in bail consideration.
Today, On 10th June, The Supreme Court of India rejected an asylum plea by a US citizen, Claude David Convis, citing persecution fears in the United States. The court emphasized that the US has its own legal mechanisms to address such concerns. This ruling has sparked debate on balancing national security and international human rights commitments.
