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HC drops disciplinary proceedings against Bihar judge who concluded POCSO trial in a day
The judge had approached the Supreme Court against the action. Hearing his plea on August 8, a bench of Justices U U Lalit and S Ravindra Bhat had orally told Advocate Gaurav Agarwal who appeared for the HC that it is advisable to drop the proceedings.
Sat, Aug 13, 2022
Sexual harassment case: SC calls on courts to treat victims sensitively
A Bench of Justices D Y Chandrachud and J B Pardiwala termed police’s failure to register an FIR on the basis of the woman’s complaint as “most unfortunate”
Fri, Aug 12, 2022
Derecognising parties over freebies is anti-democratic: Supreme Court
“Derecognition and all is an anti-democratic thing, which I don’t like...It’s a democratic country,” the CJI, presiding over a two-judge bench, said while hearing a plea on the issue.
Fri, Aug 12, 2022
As constitutional office, may not be apt to be part of SC panel on poll freebies: EC
It said there are “continuous elections in the country and any opinion/view/comment during deliberations in a multi-member body might, in the event of being publicised, amount to pre-decide the issue and disturb the level playing field”.
Thu, Aug 11, 2022
Hindu minority status: SC slammed govt in May for changing stand, now says no case, clubs pleas
While a bench presided by Justice S K Kaul has already listed Upadhyay’s 2020 petition for hearing on August 30, the Justice Lalit bench directed that the new plea by Thakur — which was filed in June 2022 — be listed “along with” Upadhyay’s petition.
Tue, Aug 09, 2022
In relief for Thackeray faction, SC asks EC not to decide on Shinde camp’s plea for now
The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Election Commission not to decide on the pleas submitted by the Eknath Shinde-led faction as yet.
Fri, Aug 05, 2022
In note to Govt, CJI Ramana names Justice UU Lalit as his successor
Elevated directly from Bar, Justice Lalit was on bench in key cases including triple talaq and defining POCSO norms
Fri, Aug 05, 2022
Need committee to look at freebies issue, suggest measures: Supreme Court
“We direct all the parties to make their suggestions about the composition of such a body and make recommendations,” a three-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India N V Ramana said in its order.
Thu, Aug 04, 2022
Supreme Court upholds PMLA, says presuming innocence can be reversed by law
The Court added that it is not compulsory to supply an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) to the accused and that it cannot be equated to a First Information Report (FIR).
Thu, Jul 28, 2022
Ask finance panel if possible to check freebies: SC to government
Why is Centre hesitating to spell out stand on regulations, asks CJI bench.
Wed, Jul 27, 2022
SC fines petitioner who sought probe by CBI into 2009 Dantewada killings
The bench imposed an “exemplary” cost of Rs 5 lakh on the main petitioner Himanshu Kumar to be submitted within four weeks failing which authorities can take appropriate steps for recovery. Kumar had told the court that he ran an NGO, Vanvasi Chetna Ashram, in Dantewada.
Fri, Jul 15, 2022
Explained: The Abu Salem extradition case, its background, and what SC has said
The Supreme Court has said the Centre is bound to release gangster Abu Salem after he has served 25 years in prison, in keeping with the sovereign assurance given by the Government of India to Portugal from where he was extradited. A look at the ruling, and its background
Wed, Jul 13, 2022
Nupur Sharma hearing judge slams social media opinions, says Parliament should regulate
“Constitutional courts have always graciously accepted informed dissents and constructive criticisms”, Justice Pardiwala said, “but their thresholds have always debarred the personalised, agenda-driven attacks on the judges”.
Mon, Jul 04, 2022
Forces trying to run down judiciary, we are answerable only to Constitution: CJI
Speaking in US, praises its inclusivity, says need it everywhere ‘including in India’
Sun, Jul 03, 2022
Single-handedly responsible: SC slams Nupur
Should have apologised to nation... What has Delhi Police done: Judges
Sat, Jul 02, 2022
Uddhav fate sealed after SC declined to stay Governor floor test direction
The Uddhav faction of the Shiv Sena had gone to the top court against the Governor’s direction for a floor test. The Sena rebel faction led by Eknath Shinde joined the courtroom battle, pressing for an immediate floor test.
Thu, Jun 30, 2022
SC grants interim relief to Sena rebels, asks if Dy Speaker can decide on own removal
Told courts cannot intervene in House matter, bench says judicial review not barred
Tue, Jun 28, 2022
‘No larger conspiracy behind Gujarat riots’: SC rejects Zakia Jafri plea against clean chit to Modi
Top court says, "(Charge) of larger criminal conspiracy at highest level stands collapsed like a house of cards"
Sat, Jun 25, 2022
Demolitions as per law, not linked to protests: UP to Supreme Court
Regarding two demolitions in Kanpur, the UP government said, the house owners had "admitted" illegalities in the construction.
Thu, Jun 23, 2022
Demolitions in Kanpur, Prayagraj in accordance with law: UP govt informs Supreme Court
Replying to a plea by Muslim outfit Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind against the demolitions, the UP government said “the petitioner has attempted to give a malafide colour to lawful action taken by the local development authorities..."
Wed, Jun 22, 2022
No demolition without due process… the rule of law has to prevail: SC seeks UP response
Supreme Court seeks UP government’s response to Jamiat plea against demolition of private properties in the state
Fri, Jun 17, 2022
Review disability quota immunity of IPS, 2 other forces: SC to Central government
The top court's order came after the government, in an affidavit, stated that people with benchmark disability — disability of more than 40% — are not considered for any post in the three services, given the nature of their work.
Sun, Jun 05, 2022
Supreme Court directions on sex workers: history of the case, and where it stands now
With the Centre yet to come up with a law on sex workers, the Supreme Court, in exercise of its powers under Article 142, has issued a series of directions on their “rehabilitation”. What is the case, what has the top court directed to be implemented?
Sat, May 28, 2022
Finding religious nature not barred by 1991 law: Supreme Court
It said that the application filed by the mosque committee challenging the maintainability of the suit filed by five female Hindu devotees would be decided on priority by the Varanasi district judge.
Sat, May 21, 2022
SC panel says book 10 cops for killing 4 accused in Hyderabad rape & murder
Commission says police deliberately fired at accused with intent to kill
Sat, May 21, 2022