Supreme Court Disposes SLP on Child-Care Leave for Mothers of Differently-Abled Children in Himachal Pradesh
The Supreme Court disposed of an SLP after Himachal Pradesh notified childcare leave for mothers of differently-abled children under amended rules.
Set up a courtroom in jail – SC in Yasin Malik’s case
The bench of Justice Abhay S. Oka and Justice Augustine George Masih opined that a courtroom could be set up in the jail itself to settle the matter.
Supreme Court Seeks SCBA’s Input on Guidelines for Advocates to Curb False Statements
The Supreme Court calls on SCBA to help draft guidelines ensuring Advocates-on-Record avoid false statements in court petitions. Hearing scheduled for December 6.
The Supreme Court Advises Wearing Masks In Delhi-NCR’s ‘Severe+’ Air Pollution
In light of the worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR, the Supreme Court has released a directive calling for rigorous adherence to mask-wearing and other preventive health measures.
Supreme Court Reinstates Woman Sarpanch in Chhattisgarh, Orders Inquiry into Harassment by Officials
The Supreme Court reinstates a young woman Sarpanch in Chhattisgarh, imposing a fine on the state government and ordering an inquiry into officials for unwarranted harassment over delayed construction.
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Supreme Court Dismisses Plea for Hate Speech Guidelines, Citing Existing Petitions
The Supreme Court quashes a PIL demanding guidelines to put an end to hate speech, citing the existing engagement of the issue by the apex court through pending petitions.
Supreme Court Questions Limited Maternity Benefits for Adoptive Parents
While the Supreme Court has asked the government to give valid reasons for discriminatory maternity benefits to the adoptive parents, the behind-the-scene rationale is not found satisfactory as it should treat all parents equally.
Supreme Court Seeks Government Response on Mandatory Age-Checks at Liquor Shops
Supreme Court asks Central and State governments to address plea on enforcing age-verification at liquor shops to curb underage drinking and reduce DUI cases.
CJIs remarks on the Krishna Iyer doctrine were objected to by Justices Nagarathna and Dhulia
It was said that the decision must be read in light of that time's social, cultural, and political background.
