Today, On 4th July, In the bike taxi appeal, Ola told the Karnataka High Court it was “seeking registration under the MV Act only,” stressing that no policy existed and the State ignored Court directions and their earlier representation.
The Allahabad High Court prohibited bar associations from charging Rs 500 for photo identification, deeming it illegal and a hindrance to justice access. The Court emphasized that unnecessary fees and procedures must be eliminated. It ordered that affidavits sworn before a notary be accepted without defects, promoting a smoother legal process.
The Bombay High Court has ordered a fertility centre to preserve the semen of a deceased 21-year-old to assist his mother in continuing the family lineage. Despite his consent to discard it after death, legal and ethical issues under the Assisted Reproductive Technology Act are being examined. A hearing is scheduled for July 30.
The Madras High Court mandated the expedited family pension for the disabled daughter of a former Acting Chief Justice, emphasizing that pensions are legal rights, not charity. The court criticized bureaucratic delays and affirmed that only a medical certificate is needed to process such claims, especially for individuals with disabilities.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered West Bengal to halt illegal elephant transportation and retrieve three mistreated elephants from Bihar, highlighting violations of animal cruelty laws. The ruling, stemming from a 2018 public interest litigation, emphasizes the urgent need for protection and humane treatment of elephants in the region.
The Karnataka High Court has directed the State to urgently draft guidelines to prevent manual scavenging in sewage treatment plants (STPs) following worker deaths in Bengaluru. The court emphasized the need for mechanization and stringent regulations, calling for a comprehensive policy to ensure worker safety while urging prompt action from authorities.
A Bengaluru court ruled that Fala Holidays must refund Rs 1.5 lakh, plus interest and compensation to Hafeez Pasha, misled by a fake lucky draw offer. After persistent pressure to buy a costly membership without service, Pasha sought justice through the Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, which found the company guilty of unfair practices.
