1.Dhruv Rathee tells Delhi court that BJP leader suing him hid facts, has a history of using abusive language:- In a Delhi court, Dhruv Rathee asserted that BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar, who is suing him, concealed facts and has a history of using abusive language. Rathee’s defense highlights potential legal implications under sections 499 and 500 of the IPC related to defamation and false statements.
2.Gir lion deaths by train collision: Gujarat High Court pulls up forest department, Railways (again):- The Gujarat High Court has reprimanded the forest department and Railways over recurring lion deaths due to train collisions in Gir National Park. The court criticized their repeated failures to implement effective measures to protect the endangered species, demanding immediate corrective action to prevent future tragedies.
3.Supreme Court slaps ₹10k costs on PIL petitioner challenging Section 149 BNS, provisions of Constitution:- The Supreme Court imposed a ₹10,000 fine on a PIL petitioner challenging Section 149 of the BNS and certain Constitutional provisions, deeming the petition frivolous. The court reprimanded the petitioner for misuse of judicial resources and failure to present a substantial legal argument.
4.Allahabad High Court dismisses Maneka Gandhi’s challenge to election of Sultanpur MP Ram Bhuwal Nishad:- The Allahabad High Court dismissed Maneka Gandhi’s challenge to the election of Sultanpur MP Ram Bhuwal Nishad, citing insufficient grounds under Section 100 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The court found no merit in Gandhi’s claims of electoral misconduct or violations of election laws.
5.Kerala MSME Facilitation Act 2019 applies only to new enterprises: Kerala High Court:- The Kerala High Court ruled that the Kerala MSME Facilitation Act 2019 applies exclusively to new enterprises, not existing ones. The court’s decision clarifies the Act’s scope under Section 2(1)(f) and affirms that it aims to support the establishment of new micro, small, and medium enterprises only.
6.Mere failure to take care of husband’s aged parents is not cruelty: Allahabad High Court:- The Allahabad High Court ruled that failing to care for a husband’s elderly parents does not constitute cruelty under matrimonial laws. This decision offers relief to individuals facing undue allegations, reinforcing that personal disagreements should not be equated with legal cruelty in marriage.
7.Madras High Court asks State to introspect casual use of preventive detention law:- The Madras High Court directed the Tamil Nadu government to reassess its use of preventive detention laws under the National Security Act (NSA). The court criticized the casual application of these measures and emphasized adherence to constitutional safeguards to prevent misuse and protect individual rights.
8.Delhi High Court orders Samajwadi Party to remove tweet leveling rape allegation against BJP’s Amit Malviya:- The Delhi High Court directed the Samajwadi Party to delete a tweet alleging rape against BJP’s Amit Malviya. The court found the claim unfounded and damaging, ordering the removal of the post under defamation and privacy laws, and emphasizing the need for responsible use of social media.
9.Plea by Vinesh Phogat, Others: Delhi High Court restores WFI ad hoc committee but refuses to appoint retired judge:- The Delhi High Court reinstated the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) ad hoc committee in response to a plea by Vinesh Phogat and others, citing administrative needs under the National Sports Code. However, it declined to appoint a retired judge, deeming it unnecessary for the current proceedings.
10.Lok Adalat not empowered to dismiss case for non-prosecution: Jammu and Kashmir High Court:- The Jammu and Kashmir High Court ruled that Lok Adalats lack the authority to dismiss cases for non-prosecution. Under Section 19 of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, Lok Adalats are mandated to resolve disputes through settlement, not dismissal, emphasizing the need for proper case adjudication.
