The Supreme Court overturned the Allahabad High Court’s order directing demolition of a Panchayat Bhawan in Pilibhit, saying public money must not go to waste. The Court asked the district collector to resolve the pathway dispute and keep the building intact.
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine the constitutional validity of Section 58 of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016, which empowers District Collectors to confiscate vehicles in liquor cases. The move comes after Bihar challenged a Patna High Court ruling that quashed the confiscation and auction of a seized SUV.
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Today, On 27th November, The Kerala High Court is addressing a plea for a CBI investigation into ADM Naveen Babu’s death, raised by his widow. She alleges that former Panchayat President PP Divya may be using political influence to interfere with the investigation. The court aims to ensure a fair and transparent inquiry, with further proceedings scheduled for December 6.
The Kerala High Court ruled that religious sites cannot be obstructed solely due to opposition from another community, emphasizing the importance of religious freedom in a democratic society. The court annulled a previous denial for a Muslim prayer hall, stating that minor objections do not justify restricting constitutional rights under Articles 25 and 26.
Justices BR Gavai, Prashant Kumar Mishra, and KV Viswanathan today summoned Maharashtra’s Rajesh Kumar over contemptuous comments in an affidavit regarding construction on forest land. The Court warned of contempt proceedings and criticized the government’s lack of seriousness. The case relates to compliance with compensatory afforestation levy and recent budgetary sops. Court may halt the Ladki Bahin Yojana.
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Today, On 31st May, Goa has become the first Indian state to fully implement “Living Will” advanced medical directives, empowering individuals to outline medical treatment preferences in advance. The initiative aims to give patients more control over end-of-life care decisions and reduce the burden on families and healthcare providers. The recent event in Panji marked the unveiling of the Advanced Medical Directives (AMD) booklet and the first living will signed by Justice MS Sonak. This milestone sets a new precedent in end-of-life care in India.