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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (18 JULY 2025)

by | Jul 18, 2025

Chandan Mishra murder, convict’s success story, Delhi MCD fails in Swachhta Survekshan.

From gangland murders to inspiring reform and civic apathy—India’s justice and governance systems face complex challenges across law, reform, and public administration.

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (18 JULY 2025)

GANGSTER CHANDAN MISHRA SHOT DEAD IN PATNA

Overview: Chandan Mishra Murder Case

Gangster Chandan Mishra, previously convicted in multiple cases and a known rival of other mafia groups, was fatally shot in Patna. The murder highlights Bihar’s persistent gang violence and law enforcement failures in protecting high-profile convicts on bail.

Legal Provision 

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • BNS Section 101 (Murder) 
  • BNS Section 332 (House-trespass to commit offence).
  • Bail Guidelines – Satender Kumar Antil vs. CBI, 2022 (SC) stresses responsibility on state for monitoring bailed accused 

FROM PRISON TO PRESIDENCY: A JOURNEY OF HOPE

Overview: Rehabilitation of Convicts under Article 72 of the Constitution

A heartwarming tale of a former convict who, after serving his sentence, rose to become the President of a prestigious institution. His journey underlines the value of prison reform and second chances under India’s rehabilitative justice framework.

Legal Provision 

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Article 72 – Power of President to grant pardons
  • Probation of Offenders Act, 1958 – Encourages reform over punishment
  • Rehabilitation Policies – Reinforced by Sunil Batra v. Delhi Administration, 1978

MCD SCORES LOW IN SWACHHTA SURVEKSHAN 2024–25

Overview: Accountability in Urban Sanitation

Delhi’s MCD continues to perform poorly in the Swachhta Survekshan rankings, raising concerns over mismanagement of funds and inadequate waste disposal. Civic apathy persists despite repeated court directives mandating hygienic living conditions.

Legal Provision 

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Article 21 – Right to life includes right to clean environment
  • SC Directive – Almitra Patel vs. Union of India, 2000 mandates urban waste management reforms

Also Read: DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (17 JULY 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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