Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna highlighted the judiciary’s unique connection with citizens during an event celebrating 75 years of India’s Constitution. He emphasized easy access for the public to raise grievances against the state and underscored the importance of both judges and lawyers in the judiciary’s functioning.
The Supreme Court Today (Dec 16) expressed concern over instances where persons accused of relatively minor criminal offences are compelled to approach the apex court for bail. A Bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Manmohan emphasised that prolonged incarceration was not necessary in such cases which are triable by magistrates.
The Central government Today (July 31st) opposed states’ plea in the Supreme Court for a refund of royalty levied on mines since 1989, arguing it would burden public units by over Rs 70,000 crore. The Supreme Court’s recent ruling stated royalty is not a tax, and states sought retrospective application, which the Centre opposed.
Today, 2nd May, The Supreme Court urged government intervention to halt illegal mining in the Aravalli region, emphasizing the need to balance sustainable development and environmental preservation. Justices emphasized the responsibility of authorities to take action against officials allowing these activities, highlighting the importance of upholding environmental laws and protecting natural habitats. This decision is expected to impact mining regulation nationwide.
The Supreme Court Today reserved judgment on whether mineral royalties are considered a tax under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act of 1957. The nine-judge bench, led by CJI DY Chandrachud, engaged in extensive deliberations over eight days, addressing appeals from state governments, mining entities, and public sector undertakings. This decision is highly anticipated for its potential impact on India’s regulatory landscape.
The Supreme Court of India on Monday has initiated a crucial hearing to resolve the longstanding debate on whether the royalty paid on mineral extraction, as outlined in the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, constitutes a tax. This significant legal question, which has seen conflicting interpretations over the years, could have wide-reaching […]
Supreme Court Affirms: Article 20(1) Doesn’t Restrict Retrospective Application of Procedural Changes in Criminal Trials In a pivotal judgment, the Supreme Court has clarified that procedural changes in criminal trials, introduced after an offence is committed, are not barred from retrospective application by Article 20(1) of the Constitution. This article prohibits the imposition of ex […]
