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Supreme Court orders UP SIT to probe Ram Mandir donation embezzlement in two weeks
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The Supreme Court directed a newly formed Uttar Pradesh SIT, led by IGP Kiran S, to investigate alleged embezzlement of donations for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
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Supreme Court orders UP SIT to probe Ram Mandir donation embezzlement in two weeks
The Supreme Court on Monday directed a newly constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Uttar Pradesh, led by IGP Kiran S, to probe allegations of embezzlement in donations received for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The court ordered the SIT to submit a status report within two weeks and included a forensic auditor in the investigation team. The probe follows multiple complaints alleging financial irregularities in the management of temple donations. The SIT will examine records and interview stakeholders to determine the extent of the alleged embezzlement.
RJD MP moves Supreme Court over NEET paper leak police action
Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Kumar Jha has filed a petition in the Supreme Court, demanding an FIR and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into alleged police brutality against students protesting the NEET paper leak. The petition highlights excessive force used during crackdowns on demonstrations across multiple states. Jha’s move follows widespread outrage over the exam irregularities and subsequent student-led protests. The Supreme Court has previously taken suo motu cognizance of the NEET paper leak, directing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to investigate the matter.
Supreme Court orders nationwide protest protocol to curb police excesses
The Supreme Court on July 27 directed the Centre to draft nationwide guidelines for handling protests, citing concerns over police excesses during agitations. A bench observed that a uniform protocol is necessary to ensure consistency in law-and-order management across states. The court’s directive followed petitions highlighting arbitrary police actions during recent protests. The Centre has been asked to submit a draft framework within four weeks.
Supreme Court Upholds Right to Peaceful Protest
The Supreme Court has made a significant ruling by upholding the right to peaceful protest. The court observed that the right to protest peacefully is guaranteed by the Constitution and that excessive use of force by the police on agitators cannot be justified. The court also emphasized the need for self-evolved discipline during protests, which is essential to the democratic process. The ruling is a significant step forward in protecting the rights of citizens to protest peacefully. The court's observation is a clear indication that the right to protest is a fundamental right, and the government cannot use excessive force to suppress it. The ruling is expected to have a significant impact on the way the government handles protests in the future.
NEET protest: Supreme Court says right to peaceful protest guaranteed, fixes hearing on police excesses on July 28
Right to peaceful protest guaranteed, agitation cannot justify police excesses: SC The Suprem Court observed that the an all-India approach with mandatory guidelines to ensure uniformity during protests is required.
SC Warns Against Police Excesses, Calls for Standardized Protocol for Public Demonstrations
The Supreme Court has warned against police excesses during public demonstrations and called for a standardized protocol to govern such events. The court observed that an all-India approach with mandatory guidelines to ensure uniformity during protests is required. The move is seen as a significant step towards ensuring the rights of citizens to peaceful assembly and protest. The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for a standardized protocol to prevent police excesses and ensure that public demonstrations are conducted in a peaceful and orderly manner.
Supreme Court Says Right to Peaceful Protest Guaranteed
The Supreme Court observed that there should be a uniform nationwide protocol to facilitate peaceful protests while allowing authorities to act against anti-social elements. The matter has been posted for further hearing on July 28. The Supreme Court's observation comes in the wake of alleged police action during student protests.
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