In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court’s administrative body has requested the Central Government to evacuate the official dwelling place of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) situated at Krishna Menon Marg in the capital city. This decision was made in light of the fact that the current resident, the former Chief Justice DY Chandrachud has exceeded his eligible stay period. The appeal to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) was made on the first day of July.
The request articulated by the Supreme Court administration urged that the designated house of the incumbent Chief Justice — House No. 5 on Krishna Menon Marg — should be cleared and re-allotted to the court’s housing inventory. This decision has stirred discussions in the judicial sphere.
Meanwhile, amidst growing debates over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral registers, a significant declaration was made by the Bihar Chief Electoral Office. The office announced that voters could secure verification on the voters’ rolls even in the absence of mandatory documentation.
After a span of intensified speculation and doubt, a momentous arrival was observed at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. The Royal Air Force aircraft, carrying a highly skilled team of engineers from Britain, landed at exactly 12.46 p.m. with a mission to repair the stationary F-35B of the Royal Air Force.
This British combat aircraft had been immobilized at the airport since June 14, owing to its need for an emergency landing due to technical obstacles. It was revealed by sources that the dispatched team consisted of around 17 engineers who hailed not just from the U.K., but also from the U.S., where Lockheed Martin, the aircraft’s manufacturer, is based.
The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of Jammu and Kashmir, on another front, released a chargesheet against 11 individuals, one of which was the Pakistan-based leader of Hizbul Mujahideen, Syed Mohammad Yusuf Shah, famously known as Syed Salahuddin. This charge was filed in relation to a narcotic terrorist case in Jammu, as per an official statement.
In a joyous update, the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhists worldwide, the Dalai Lama, celebrated his 90th birthday. The momentous occasion involved a week-long series of festivities, during which the Dalai Lama expressed his aspiration to live to see his 130th birthday and his belief in reincarnation post-death.
Union Home and Cooperation Minister, Amit Shah also marked his presence in the news by emphasizing the urgent need for a major revamp in India’s cooperative sector. He stated that the success of the sector primarily hinges on facets like transparency, technology adoption, and welfare of members.
A shocking event has unfolded at the South Calcutta Law College where a gangrape case has been reported. The case files indicate that the main suspect indulged in alcohol consumption subsequent to the criminal act. This grim incident has sent ripples across the city.
Internationally, the forthcoming Brazil BRICS summit is set to focus on discussing urgent global issues over the forthcoming days. The much-anticipated event usually brings about meaningful dialogue on pressing matters but also offers potential solutions for global challenges.
The search and rescue operations are ongoing in the central part of Texas following a series of historically catastrophic flash floods. The nature-induced disaster has resulted in significant damage and loss of lives, keeping the emergency services continuously engaged.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has assumed the responsibility for investigating the murders of BJP supporters that occurred during the violent episode following the 2019 elections in Sandeskhali. The high-profile case has been transferred to the national agency, emphasizing the seriousness of the incident.
In the domain of sports, an exceptional performance was reported in Test cricket. Captain Shubman Gill shined by recording notable scores in both rounds of a match against England. His significant achievement added to the excitement of the Test match, marking a stellar moment in his cricket career.