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    Supreme Court’s Aravalli Hills Definition: Advocate Urges CJI to Review, Warns ‘100-Metre Test’ May Dilute Protection
    Supreme Court’s Aravalli Hills Definition: Advocate Urges CJI to Review, Warns ‘100-Metre Test’ May Dilute Protection
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    Supreme Court’s Aravalli Hills Definition: Advocate Urges CJI to Review, Warns ‘100-Metre Test’ May Dilute Protection

    Supreme Court’s recent definition of the Aravalli Hills has come under scrutiny. Advocate Hitendra Gandhi urged the Chief Justice of India to review the ruling, warning that the ‘100-Metre Test’ may weaken critical environmental protections.

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    Environmental Activists Left to Struggle Without Public Support, Warns Ex-SC Judge Justice Abhay Oka
    Environmental Activists Left to Struggle Without Public Support, Warns Ex-SC Judge Justice Abhay Oka
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    Environmental Activists Left to Struggle Without Public Support, Warns Ex-SC Judge Justice Abhay Oka

    Former Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka said environmental activists in India are finding it difficult to survive due to lack of support from society. He stressed the need for stronger public backing to protect environmental and human rights.

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    Supreme Court Ends Jharkhand’s Extra Verification Rule: 2009 Stamp-Duty Directive for Cooperative Societies Declared Illegal
    Supreme Court Ends Jharkhand’s Extra Verification Rule: 2009 Stamp-Duty Directive for Cooperative Societies Declared Illegal
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    Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary: Supreme Court Orders Jharkhand to Notify 126 Compartments, Bans Mining Within 1 km

    Today, On 13th November, The Supreme Court has directed Jharkhand to notify 126 compartments as the Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary and prohibited any mining activity within a one-kilometre radius of its boundary.

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    "Environmentally and Equitably, It’s Better": Supreme Court Backs 18-Site Delhi Ridge Afforestation Plan
    "Environmentally and Equitably, It’s Better": Supreme Court Backs 18-Site Delhi Ridge Afforestation Plan
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    “Environmentally and Equitably, It’s Better”: Supreme Court Backs 18-Site Delhi Ridge Afforestation Plan

    The Supreme Court directed Delhi’s Forest Department to file a detailed report on the 185 acres meant for compensatory afforestation. Justice Surya Kant said afforestation across 18 sites would be more “environmentally and equitably” balanced than a single location.

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    Bursting of Firecrackers Not a Religious Right, Says Former Supreme Court Judge Abhay Oka
    Bursting of Firecrackers Not a Religious Right, Says Former Supreme Court Judge Abhay Oka
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    Bursting of Firecrackers Not a Religious Right, Says Former Supreme Court Judge Abhay Oka

    Justice Abhay S. Oka stated that activities like bursting firecrackers or polluting rivers cannot be justified under Article 25’s freedom of religion. He urged citizens and courts to prioritise environmental protection over religious sentiments.

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    “Not Pressured by Trolls”: CJI-Designate Justice Surya Kant Sends Strong Message on Judicial Independence and Reforms
    “Not Pressured by Trolls”: CJI-Designate Justice Surya Kant Sends Strong Message on Judicial Independence and Reforms
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    “Justice Cannot Operate Selectively, Article 21 Must Protect Ecology Too”: Justice Surya Kant

    Justice Surya Kant said Article 21 must also cover ecological preservation essential for life, stressing that justice cannot work selectively. He was speaking at a Kerala conference on human–wildlife conflict.

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    Not Interested in Punishing Officers, Only Protecting Aravalli Hills: Supreme Court
    Not Interested in Punishing Officers, Only Protecting Aravalli Hills: Supreme Court
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    Not Interested in Punishing Officers, Only Protecting Aravalli Hills: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court granted a final extension till October 15 for a panel to submit a “uniform definition” of the Aravalli hills, stressing protection over punishment. The bench warned that uncontrolled mining poses a serious threat to the region’s ecology.

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    Supreme Court Says “Forgive But Don’t Forget”: V-C Must Add Sexual Harassment Case to His Resume
    Supreme Court Says “Forgive But Don’t Forget”: V-C Must Add Sexual Harassment Case to His Resume
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    Supreme Court Gives Meghalaya ‘Last Chance’ to Detail Steps Against Illegal Mining in Khas Hills

    The Supreme Court has given Meghalaya four weeks to file an affidavit outlining measures taken to curb alleged illegal mining in the Khas Hills. The court warned this is the “last chance” before further action.

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    “Nothing is Perfect, We Need a Better System to Replace Collegium”: Former Supreme Court Judge Abhay Oka
    “Nothing is Perfect, We Need a Better System to Replace Collegium”: Former Supreme Court Judge Abhay Oka
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    “Nothing is Perfect, We Need a Better System to Replace Collegium”: Former Supreme Court Judge Abhay Oka

    Former SC judge Abhay Oka said the collegium system has flaws, but any replacement must be a better alternative. He also spoke on judicial independence, media’s role, and environmental protection.

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    Supreme Court Reduces 38-Year-Old Murder Case Conviction, Says Awareness of Death Risk Isn’t Intent to Kill
    Supreme Court Reduces 38-Year-Old Murder Case Conviction, Says Awareness of Death Risk Isn’t Intent to Kill
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    CJI Gavai Upholds Environment Ministry Notification, Rejects Exemptions Clause for Big Projects: “Natural Resources Are to Be Held in Trust for the Next Generation”

    The Supreme Court upheld the Environment Ministry’s 2021 notification on mandatory public hearings, striking down the exemption clause for major projects. It stressed, “Natural resources are to be held in trust for the next generation,” reinforcing intergenerational equity and environmental protection.

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