Todays in history (December 16th, 1899)
Noël Coward, born on December 16, 1899, and passing away on March 26, 1973, was an English playwright, actor, and composer. Best known for his highly polished comedies of manners, Coward started his acting career at the age of 12 and balanced it with writing during breaks between engagements.
Summary of Today’s News
Why is every dispute between Delhi govt. and LG coming here, asks Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court has advised the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR) to take its disputes with the Lieutenant-Governor (LG) to the High Court instead of directly approaching the apex court. The Chief Justice expressed concern about the frequent appearance of such disputes at the Supreme Court, suggesting that the High Court should handle these matters.
Be bold, says Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul in parting message to sitting judges
Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul bid farewell, urging his colleagues to be bold in upholding constitutional principles. On his last working day, he emphasized the importance of setting an example with the constitutional protection they have. The farewell took place in a crowded courtroom. Justice Kaul’s role in the Article 370 judgment, suggesting a Truth and Reconciliation Commission, was praised for its “healing touch.”
SC asks Indian national named in Pannun plot to move Czech court.
The Supreme Court, led by Justice Sanjiv Khanna, acknowledged the sensitivity of allegations involving the arrest and extradition of an Indian national in Prague. A petition, filed by a family member, urged the court to direct the Ministries of External Affairs and Home to intervene in the extradition proceedings, citing irregularities in the arrest, solitary confinement, and violations of religious beliefs. The individual, known as “Mr. X” in the case, was identified as “Nikhil Gupta” in media reports.
U.S., Israel discusses timetable to scale back war in Gaza
The U.S. and Israel have discussed a timetable for scaling back intense combat operations in the war against Hamas, acknowledging that the overall fight will span months. U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to discuss the postwar future of Gaza. In meetings with Israeli leaders, discussions included a timeline for winding down the intense combat phase, with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stating that it would take months to destroy Hamas.
