Day-3 | 9-Judge Bench- The Supreme Court clarified that the power to impose a tax on mineral rights lies with the states, not the Parliament, and emphasized the need to preserve this authority. The court is deliberating on whether the royalty collected by the Centre on mining leases qualifies as a tax. The hearing will resume on March 5.
The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over inadequate pension for retired district judges, emphasizing the need for a dignified post-retirement life. Chief Justice Chandrachud sought the assistance of the Attorney General, highlighting that some High Court judges were also facing pension issues. The Court had previously cautioned against non-compliance with pension directives.
The Aam Aadmi Party- AAP has clarified that the land their office stands on was officially allotted to them in 2015, refuting allegations of encroachment. The Supreme Court had reprimanded the party over the issue, prompting their response that seeks to resolve the matter amicably, sparking a broader discussion on the use of public land. The upcoming meeting between Delhi government officials and the judiciary will be crucial in finding a solution.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud, in a profound address, emphasized the role of the Supreme Court as a “people’s court” over the past seven decades, urging citizens not to fear approaching the courts. Speaking at the inauguration of the Constitution Day celebrations at the Supreme Court, he highlighted the court’s role in […]
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud on Basic Structure Doctrine: Expressions Through Judgments, Not Public Pronouncements Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, recently emphasized his preference to express views on the Basic Structure Doctrine through his judicial decisions rather than making public statements outside the courtroom. This stance was made clear during his address at the 4th […]