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New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Don't issue new licences to street vendors: Andhra Pradesh HC
VIJAYAWADA: Expressing concern over road encroachments by street vendors, the AP High Court on Wednesday directed the State government not to issue new licences to street vendors across all civic bodies until proper planning is in place. The court observed that indiscriminate issuance of licences could turn cities into slums. While acknowledging the importance of street vendors' livelihood, the court emphasised that their activities should not inconvenience residents or obstruct public movement. The directive came during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Besant Road Building Owners Welfare Association president M Venkata Vijaya Prasad, who alleged that officials failed to act against street vendors occupying Besant Road, causing severe traffic disruptions during peak hours. The court noted that such encroachments hinder emergency services like ambulances and fire tenders. The bench, comprising Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Cheemalapati Ravi, also raised concerns about the possible involvement of organised middlemen in the street vending business, and questioned the civic officials' inaction. The court instructed authorities to assess the viability of roads for vending before granting approvals, and provide necessary infrastructure. The bench directed the government to initiate the process of creating vending zones in accordance with the Street Vendors Act. Later, the hearing was adjourned to August 13.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Ghee adulteration case: Andhra Pradesh HC grants bail to dairy firm md
VIJAYAWADA: The AP High Court has granted conditional bail to Raju Rajasekaran, Managing Director of AR Dairy Food Private Limited, in the Tirumala laddu ghee adulteration case. Justice T Mallikarjuna Rao delivered the verdict on Monday, directing Rajasekaran to furnish two sureties of `50,000 each. He must appear before the investigating officer once in a month for six months. Midhun's bail plea rejected The AP High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail petition of Rajampet MP PV Midhun Reddy in connection with the liquor policy case. The court dismissed the petition, stating that preliminary evidence points to Midhun's involvement in the case. The court noted that under Section 438 of the CrPC, its authority to grant anticipatory bail is exercised sparingly, only in exceptional cases. YSRCP quash plea: Hearing adjourned The AP High Court adjourned the hearing on petitions filed by former Chief Minister and YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, Rajya Sabha member YV Subba Reddy, former ministers Vidala Rajini and Perni Nani, and Jagan's personal secretary K Nageswara Reddy for two weeks. The petitions seek to quash a case registered against them by Nallapadu police in connection with death of YSRCP sympathiser Singayya. HC raps ex-MLA The AP High Court strongly criticised former MLA Nallapureddy Prasanna Kumar Reddy for his vile remarks against Kovur MLA Vemireddy Prashanthi Reddy, stating that such comments against a woman are unacceptable.
Hans India
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
MyVoice: Views of our readers 8th July 2025
Good move by AP High Court The Andhra Pradesh High court issuing a circular mandating all judicial magistrates to follow the rule book while sending accused to remand, instead of doing it mechanically is quite praiseworthy. In view of the rising number of cases based on frivolous grounds, the judges should be cautious not to order remands in knee jerk fashion. Such a practice will take away rights of citizens in our system, where bail is the norm and jail the exception. The clear direction by the High court in this regard will go a long way in fostering effectiveness in the delivery of justice. Dr DVG Sankara Rao, Former MP, Vizianagaram-03 Justice Chandrachud needs a humane touch It touched me to hear that the former CJI D Y Chandrachud is finding it difficult to get a house with wide washroom doors and ramp facilities that are required for his two adopted wheelchair-bound daughters Priyanka (16) and Mahi (14), who are afflicted with Nemaline myopathy. Since his immediate successor Justice Khanna did not need the official accommodation and the incumbent CJI Justice Gavai will be in the post for a short period, the government need not be in hurry in asking Justice Chandrachud to vacate given the sorry plight of his daughters. He should be allowed to stay in the official house at least till he finds a suitable accommodation. Dr T Ramadas, Visakhapatnam Unwanted controversy over ex CJI's residence An unwanted controversy is in the news over the official residence of former Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud. To put it bluntly, asking him to vacate at this juncture for whatever official reasons is ill-timed given that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on an overseas tour and is also attending the BRICS summit. This ex CJI issue vis-à-vis residence is bound to be highlighted by the foreign media, perhaps as much as they would Operation Sindoor. Although, as per the governing rules, he had to vacate the designated official residence of CJI, (a type VIII bungalow at Krishna Menon Marg) on April 30, he has been seeking extension, which, incidentally, lapsed on May 31. His argument was that renovation works in the house in Tughlak Road that has been allotted to him post-retirement remains incomplete. Justice Chandrachud has been seeking a further stay in the official CJI residence as his two adopted daughters with special needs are undergoing treatment at AIIMS. Keeping this emotional factor in mind, the case of the former CJI must be considered on humanitarian grounds. Yash Pal Ralhan, Jalandhar-144003 Kalam example stands out Never in the past have our judges been in the news for all the wrong reasons. But now, even former CJIs are making headlines. One of them delivered a key verdict favouring the ruling party and was rewarded with a Rajya Sabha berth. The Supreme Court administration has now asked the Centre to ask a retired CJI DY Chandrachud to vacate his official bungalow. In India, only politicians and top officials seem entitled to overstay in official residence. Contrast this with Dr. APJ Kalam, who packed his bags well before his term as the country's President ended. N Nagarajan, Hyderabad Stance on ONOE is bang on The lofty views expressed by three outstanding legal brains (all former CJIs) on ONOE is highly commendable. It is true that the one nation one election initiative could bring about few significant reforms like cost efficiency, and governance stability. However, implementing it without addressing constitutional, logistical, and federal concerns, could lead to several challenges. Therefore, the success of ONOE depends on a broad political consensus and careful planning to preserve India's democratic and federal ethos. P H Hema Sagar, Secunderabad-10
New Indian Express
05-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Iskcon Rath Yatra allowed in Anantapur with riders
VIJAYAWADA: The AP High Court on Friday made it clear that Iskcon Rath Yatra in Anantapur district, scheduled for July 5, can be held subject to restrictions imposed by police to ensure law and order. Since Muharram also falls on the same day, the court directed Iskcon representatives to strictly adhere to the conditions laid down by police to avoid any disruption to public peace. The division bench comprising Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Cheemalapati Ravi, issued orders noting that the matter pertains to sensitive law and order issue. Earlier, a single-judge bench had allowed Iskcon to conduct the Rath Yatra, but the police challenged that order through an appeal, citing concern over potential law and order problem as Muharram procession and Rath Yatra take place on the same route. The police informed the court that preparations for the Muharram procession would begin around 2.30 pm, and suggested that Rath Yatra be conducted between 10 am and 1 pm. However, Iskcon representatives stated that they planned to start Rath Yatra at 1 pm and cross the Old City by 2 pm. Taking note of the sensitive nature of the situation, the High Court said both events should take place under strict adherence to the conditions set by the police to ensure law and order.
New Indian Express
04-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
AP High Court slams magistrates for mechanical remand of YSRCP leader Kakani Govardhan Reddy
VIJAYAWADA: The AP High Court on Thursday expressed displeasure over the orders of lower court magistrates, remanding former minister and senior YSRCP leader Kakani Govardhan Reddy without valid reasons, and issuing PT warrants against him mechanically. While hearing three petitions filed by Kakani, Justice K Sreenivasa Reddy made rigid comments on magistrates, and termed the mechanical functioning unfortunate. 'What can we do? This is how magistrates are functioning. This is a sorry state of affairs,' he observed. Challenging the lower court orders related to cases involving illegal mining, soil excavation, and morphed photos of TDP leader Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy, Kakani filed three separate petitions. His counsel argued that despite the offences attracting less than seven year imprisonment, Section 41A of CrPC was not followed, and PT warrants were issued without any justification. The court adjourned hearing of petitions to July 8.
