Legal Update…
- SC Reserves Verdict on JSW Steel’s Resolution Plan for BPSL – The Supreme Court reserved its decision on appeals challenging the ₹19,700 crore resolution plan of JSW Steel for Bhushan Power and Steel Ltd. Earlier, the Court had set aside the plan citing violations of IBC provisions and ordered liquidation, but later agreed to rehear the matter. Key arguments centered on whether the Committee of Creditors continues to function during pending appeals and on delays caused by Enforcement Directorate proceedings. Case: Kalyani Transco v. Bhushan Power and Steel Ltd. | C.A. No. 1808/2020 & connected matters
- SC Seeks Centre’s Report on Curbing Child Trafficking in Delhi – The Supreme Court asked the Union Government to detail steps taken to tackle rampant child trafficking in Delhi and provide updated case statistics. The Court expressed concern over accused persons absconding after bail by the Allahabad High Court, noting non-compliance with previous directions for securing their presence. The matter will be heard next on August 18. Case: Pinki v. State of Uttar Pradesh & Anr. | MA 729/2025 in Crl.A. No. 1927/2025
- Rajasthan HC Orders Removal of Stray Animals from Roads – The Rajasthan High Court directed municipal bodies to remove stray dogs and other animals from roads while ensuring minimal harm, warning of FIRs against those obstructing the process. Authorities must set up complaint channels and prioritise key public premises like AIIMS Jodhpur and district courts. Highway authorities were also tasked with regular patrolling for stray removal. Case: Suo Motu v. State of Rajasthan
- SC Affirms High Court Judges’ Equal Constitutional Status – The Supreme Court stressed that High Court judges are constitutionally equal to Supreme Court judges, with no administrative subordination, though their judgments can be judicially reviewed. The observation came while directing lawyers to apologise for making scandalous allegations against a Telangana High Court judge in a transfer petition. Case: In Re: N. Peddi Raju & Ors. | SMC(C) No. 3/2025
- SC Vacates Stay on Omission of Rule 170 for Ayurvedic Drug Ads – The Supreme Court vacated its interim stay on the omission of Rule 170 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945, which required prior approval for advertising Ayurvedic, Siddha, or Unani drugs. The Court disposed of IMA’s plea on misleading medical ads, leaving parties free to challenge the omission before appropriate forums. Case: Indian Medical Association v. Union of India | W.P.(C) No. 645/2022