Mukul Rohatgi
Supreme Court Questions ED's Jurisdiction in Tamil Nadu Liquor Scam Investigation: Federal Structure at Stake
Oct 14, 2025 07:15 pm CST
The Supreme Court has raised significant questions about federalism while examining the Enforcement Directorate's investigation into alleged irregularities at Tamil Nadu's state-run liquor corporation (TASMAC). Chief Justice BR Gavai questioned whether the central agency was infringing on state investigation rights, as the DMK government argues it had already filed 47 FIRs. The case highlights tensions between central agencies and state governments, with allegations of political vendetta emerging ahead of upcoming Assembly elections.
Senior Advocate Condemns Religious Attack on Chief Justice: "Courts Not For Religious Ideas"
Oct 08, 2025 11:10 am CST
A senior advocate condemns the shoe-throwing incident targeting Chief Justice BR Gavai, emphasizing that courts are not platforms for religious expression. The attacker, lawyer Rakesh Kishore, claimed divine motivation after being suspended by the Bar Council of India. Legal luminaries describe the act as criminal contempt that undermines judicial integrity, while highlighting the need for maintaining professional boundaries in the legal profession.
Supreme Court Dismisses Jacqueline Fernandez's Plea In Money Laundering Case
Sep 22, 2025 05:34 pm CST
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere with a Delhi High Court order dismissing actor Jacqueline Fernandez's plea to quash ECIR (equivalent to FIR) in a Rs 200 crore money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar.