SC Says HCs Shouldn’t Hear Cases Meant for Tribunals
The Supreme Court ruled that High Courts must refrain from hearing writ petitions in matters under tribunal jurisdiction, reinforcing judicial discipline and hierarchy.
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The Supreme Court ruled that High Courts must refrain from hearing writ petitions in matters under tribunal jurisdiction, reinforcing judicial discipline and hierarchy.
Delhi High Court fined the Centre ₹20,000 for concealing key facts in Sameer Wankhede’s promotion case, stressing transparency and accountability in governance.
This landmark judgment affirmed broadcasting as part of free speech, limiting state control and reinforcing media freedom and public access under Article 19(2).
This judgment ensures judges receive the Inquiry Committee’s report before submission to Parliament, upholding judicial review, natural justice, and transparency.
The Supreme Court upheld press freedom, ruling that publishing truthful information about public officials doesn’t breach privacy, allowing expression unless false or defamatory.