Today(on 21st August),The Supreme Court of India will resume hearing on whether a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license covers operation of transport vehicles up to 7,500 kg. The case, with major implications for insurance and road safety, will be reviewed by a five-judge bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud.
Today, On 1st August, The Supreme Court of India emphasized the need for a refined policy to identify the “creamy layer” within the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes communities. Justice Bhushan Gavai suggested reevaluating the methods for fair distribution of affirmative action benefits. The court ruled 6:1 in favor of subclassification within SC/ST reservation, allowing it to stand.
Justice Nagarathna warned about the potential collapse of the federal system if states are allowed to tax minerals, citing disruption of power balance and governance structure. She argued that royalties should be considered taxes, highlighting risks of competition, increased costs, and negative economic impact. This could lead to decreased mining activity and strained foreign reserves.
Today(on 25th July),The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on Thursday regarding whether the royalty on minerals constitutes a tax under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, and whether only the Centre or states also have the authority to levy such charges on mineral-bearing land.
Toady(on 15th July), The Supreme Court of India has agreed to consider forming a constitution bench to hear petitions challenging laws like the Aadhaar Act passed as money bills. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing the petitioners, informed a bench including CJI D Y Chandrachud that all pleadings are complete and petitions are ready for hearing.
Justice Sanjeev Khanna today recused himself from hearing a review petition on same-sex marriage, leading to the reconstitution of a five-judge constitutional bench by CJI DY Chandrachud. The Supreme Court deferred the hearing, and it was clarified that review petitions are decided in chambers, with no open court hearing. The original judgment denied marriage rights to queer couples.
Wilson, a DMK MP, met with Union Law Minister Meghwal to advocate for Permanent Regional Benches of the Supreme Court in various zones and other judicial reforms. Meghwal assured Wilson of reviewing the representation. The proposal also focused on social justice, diversity in judicial appointments, and raising retirement age for judges.
The Supreme Court reiterated that judgments by Constitution Benches are binding on smaller benches, ensuring consistent judicial rulings. A recent ruling emphasized the need to follow precedents, annulling a decision that contradicted a previous Constitution bench judgment. This upholds the hierarchical structure of the judiciary and ensures uniform application of constitutional principles.
Today, On 2nd May, In the Supreme Court, a significant case concerning the promotion of judicial officers has emerged, sparking widespread interest, the appointment of senior civil judges as additional district and sessions judges and the interpretation of Rule 5(1)(1). Suspension of promotions and calls for a Constitution bench highlight the case’s significance. The court also seeks clarification on promotion criteria, emphasizing the importance of interpreting rules.
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