Physics Wallah ad showing six Scorpios driving through Gulmarg forest sparks outrage; FIR filed. The viral video, shot in Baderkote, Tangmarg, shows faculty driving illegally through the protected forest, raising environmental concerns and prompting a police investigation.
Today, On 15th October, During a Supreme Court hearing on a road project through a forest hill, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta remarked, “Let’s go by the map,” sparking a fiery exchange with counsel emphasizing the ecological importance and public interest of the site.
Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea challenging the demolition of the Pakistani-Hindu refugee camp at Majnu Ka Tila, stating the petitioners had “no right to continue to occupy the area,” upholding government action on encroachment.
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the mandatory FASTag implementation for vehicles, reinforcing its legality and public interest. The decision asserts that FASTag is essential for smoother traffic flow and environmental conservation. The ruling emphasizes modernizing toll collection methods and citizens’ adaptation to systems for the greater good.
While the recent verdicts from the Supreme Court represents a significant advancement toward climate justice, it’s imperative that its execution places emphasis on safeguarding the rights and fortitude of marginalized communities.
