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DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (23 APRIL 2026)

by | Apr 23, 2026

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (23 APRIL 2026)

SUPREME COURT FLAGS DRUG MENACE IN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Case Name: Law Student Ganja Possession Case

The Supreme Court of India raised serious concerns over rising drug trafficking within educational institutions while hearing a case involving a young law student. It noted that students are increasingly being targeted as both consumers and distributors, calling it a systemic issue requiring sensitive handling without destroying future prospects.

Legal Provisions

  • NDPS Act, 1985
  • Article 21 – Right to life and dignity
  • Criminal Justice Reform Approach
  • Rehabilitation vs Punishment Debate
  • Drug Control Policy Framework

Source: Supreme Court of India

SUPREME COURT SEEKS PRIORITY DISPOSAL OF SERVICE DISPUTES

Case Name: RAJENDRA SINGH BORA VERSUS UNION OF INDIA & ORS.

The Supreme Court of India requested the Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court to ensure expeditious disposal of long-pending service matters. Emphasising delays in employment-related disputes, the Court highlighted how prolonged litigation affects livelihoods, stressing the need for prioritisation and efficient judicial management.

Legal Provisions:

  • Article 21 – Right to livelihood
  • Service Law Jurisprudence
  • Speedy Justice Principle
  • Judicial Administration Efficiency
  • Access to Justice

Source: Supreme Court of India

CALCUTTA HIGH COURT STAYS “TROUBLEMAKER” LABEL BY ECI

Case Name: Md Danish Farooqi v Election Commission of India

The Calcutta High Court stayed an Election Commission directive branding individuals as “troublemakers” through a blanket order. The Court held that such classifications without individual assessment exceed statutory powers, stressing that electoral processes must adhere to fairness, due process, and legal limits.

Legal Provisions:

  • Article 14 – Non-arbitrariness
  • Principles of Natural Justice
  • Representation of the People Act
  • Electoral Fairness Doctrine
  • Limits of Administrative Power

Source: Calcutta HC

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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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