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The Patna High Court invalidated the Bihar government's decision to downgrade security for MP Pappu Yadav, deeming it arbitrary. The ruling emphasized adherence to due process in security matters for public figures.
The Delhi Judicial Service Association has condemned the unauthorized recording and circulation of courtroom proceedings, terming it a threat to judicial independence. District Judge Rakesh Kumar-V was recorded without consent, raising significant concerns over institutional dignity.
An Ordinance has been promulgated to raise the Supreme Court's sanctioned judge strength from 33 to 38. This amendment could enhance the court's capacity to handle cases and improve judicial efficiency.
The Tripura High Court has issued a stay on Bar Association actions against an advocate who did not participate in a court boycott. The ruling reinforces lawyers' rights to perform professional duties without coercion.
The Supreme Court addressed the distinction between judicial review and determination in the Sabarimala case. Justice Joymalya Bagchi emphasized that aspects of faith could be justiciable, influencing future religious rights cases.
The Delhi High Court has directed Jamia Millia Islamia to respond to a PIL claiming recruitment bias favoring Muslims for outsourced posts. This notice comes from a division bench amid allegations of discriminatory hiring practices.
The Delhi High Court has granted bail to female accused under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), holding that prolonged incarceration before trial is unacceptable. This landmark decision underscores legal provisions allowing for relaxation for women accused.
Justice Vibha V Kankanwadi of the Bombay High Court has retired after a distinguished 33-year judicial career, emphasizing the independence of the judiciary in her farewell remarks.
The Gujarat High Court ruled that clicking and sharing photographs of an exam paper via WhatsApp does not breach privacy under the IT Act. This decision highlights the court's interpretation of privacy in digital communication.
The Kerala High Court has upheld the state's 'Priyadarshini Scheme', providing free bus travel for women and transgender persons, dismissing a public interest litigation that sought to quash the scheme as discriminatory.
The Supreme Court declined to hear a request to implement a creamy layer system for Scheduled Tribes tax exemptions, deeming it a legislative matter.
The Allahabad High Court dismissed the Uttar Pradesh government's appeal against a senior officer's clean chit following controversial remarks on social media concerning the Kasganj violence incident in 2018.
The Allahabad High Court criticized the expectation that judges handle excessive caseloads, stating that such pressures can undermine the judicial process.