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The Supreme Court praised the Uttar Pradesh Government’s adherence to legal procedures in its ‘bulldozer action’ to demolish properties of individuals accused of crimes. However, the Court also proposed nationwide guidelines to regulate such demolitions and raised concerns about ethical and legal implications, emphasizing the need to ensure adherence to established legal standards.
The Delhi High Court today declined interim relief to Jyotir Peeth Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati in his defamation suit against Swami Govindananda Saraswati. The judge commented that saints should rise above such allegations and emphasized that saints command respect through their own deeds. Further consideration is scheduled for August 29.
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya’s statement that “Party organisation is bigger than the government” has sparked controversy and led to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) being filed On Aug 1st in the Allahabad High Court. The petitioner argues that the remark undermines the government’s dignity and raises concerns about integrity. The PIL also raises objections to Maurya’s criminal history.
The Supreme Court is set to hear petitions today challenging the Uttar Pradesh government’s order for shopkeepers along the Kanwar Yatra route to display their names. Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra argues that the directive violates constitutional rights. The move has sparked criticism and is expected to be discussed in Parliament.
Today(on 27th June), Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the rule of law as essential to good governance and commended the state police for maintaining security. He emphasized the need for modernizing the police force while inaugurating upgraded police response vehicles for UP-112.
The Calcutta High Court has overturned the controversial decision of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) Government in West Bengal to grant OBC status to certain communities post-2010. CM Yogi Adityanath supports the ruling, emphasizing the prohibition of religious-based reservations according to the Indian Constitution. Mamata Banerjee opposes the decision, accusing the BJP of influencing the verdict.
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Today (9th May) Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Purohit, a defendant in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, alleged that Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) officers coerced him to confess and implicated senior right-wing leaders. He claimed he was tortured and falsely accused, with witnesses being coerced. Purohit also accused the ATS of planting evidence and named individuals involved in his interrogation.
The Allahabad High Court has urged the Union government to consider forming an international treaty to address challenges in prosecuting foreign nationals, particularly regarding bail, interpreters, and consular support. The court emphasized the need for fair treatment and the prevention of exploitation of legal gaps. The case will resume on April 18.
The Allahabad High Court Today (March 22nd) declared the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004 unconstitutional and a violation of secularism. The court directed the government to accommodate madrasa students into the formal education system. This decision will lead to the ceasing of government financial aid to madrasas and their eventual abolition.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud inaugurates Prayagraj arbitration center at Allahabad High Court, emphasizing independence from high court support. He highlights the importance of efficient arbitration, the role of technology in judiciary, and the significant role of lawyers in nation-building. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasizes the rule of law and dialogue in democracy.