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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (13 JUNE 2026)

by | Jun 13, 2026

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (13 JUNE 2026)

SC ORDERS PROTECTION OF KERALA’S TALLEST ELEPHANT, SAYS COURTS CANNOT IGNORE VOICELESS ANIMALS

Case Name: Jayakrishna Menon v. Krishnankutty & Ors.

The Supreme Court directed the Kerala Government to take temporary custody of Raman, Kerala’s tallest captive elephant, after finding that earlier court assurances regarding his welfare were violated. The Court stressed that animal welfare is a matter of public concern and that judicial institutions cannot remain passive when voiceless animals face exploitation.

LEGAL PROVISIONS & FRAMEWORK

  • Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
  • Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960
  • Article 21 – Expansive environmental jurisprudence
  • Animal welfare and rehabilitation principles
  • Contempt of Court jurisdiction
  • Constitutional duty to protect wildlife and environment

Source: Supreme Court of India

DISMISSAL FROM SERVICE SHOULD BE RESERVED FOR GRAVE MISCONDUCT: SC

Case Name: Surekha Domaji Bele v. Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd.

The Supreme Court held that dismissal is the harshest penalty in service law and should be imposed only in cases involving serious misconduct. The Court emphasised proportionality, observing that factors such as long service, nature of misconduct, and absence of financial loss must be considered before terminating an employee’s career.

LEGAL PROVISIONS & FRAMEWORK

  • Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
  • Service and disciplinary jurisprudence
  • Doctrine of proportionality
  • Principles of natural justice
  • Labour welfare protections
  • Judicial review of disciplinary penalties

Source: Supreme Court of India

WOMAN OCCUPIES DISTRICT JUDGE’S CHAIR IN VARANASI COURT, REMOVED BY POLICE

Overview: Incident Reported at Varanasi District Court

Unusual scenes unfolded at the Varanasi District Court when a woman entered a courtroom, occupied the District Judge’s chair, and attempted to conduct proceedings. Court staff and lawyers were unable to persuade her to leave, following which police intervened and removed her from the courtroom for further inquiry.

LEGAL PROVISIONS & FRAMEWORK

  • Contempt of Courts Act, 1971
  • Indian Penal Code / Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions on public order
  • Court security and administration protocols
  • Judicial institution integrity principles
  • Obstruction of public functions jurisprudence
  • Law enforcement powers in court premises

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Written By Vishakha Khatri

My name is Vishakha Khatri. I am an engineering graduate and a civil service aspirant with a passion for spreading knowledge about Indian polity. I believe that understanding our political system is crucial for every citizen, and I am committed to making this information accessible to everyone in my own easy way. Through my experiences in civil service preparation and my unique perspective as an engineering graduate, I hope to inspire and educate others on the importance of Indian polity.

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