The Supreme Court of India suspended the refund of water cess to power firms in Himachal Pradesh, overturning a previous ruling by the High Court. This impacts hydroelectric projects in the region and aims to address legalities around the imposition and refund of water cess. The dispute will be heard by the Supreme Court in July.
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Today,18th April,The Supreme Court postponed its ruling on industrial alcohol regulation, causing uncertainty in the industry. The decision revolves around the overlapping powers of the Centre and states. The nine-judge bench is reviewing the matter, which stems from conflicting interpretations of legislative competence. The final judgment’s implications for the industry remain pending.
On Tuesday (2nd April): A nine-judge Constitution Bench is deliberating on whether the regulation of industrial alcohol is the exclusive domain of either the Union or state governments or if it can be jointly handled. The background includes previous court decisions on the interpretation of relevant laws, leading to divergent views. The case has raised significant arguments related to the Constitution’s framers’ intentions and the scope of governmental authority.
