On Thursday 11 January 2024, the Supreme Court of India has overruled the National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) previous orders, paving the way for the implementation of the ambitious Shimla Development Plan 2041. This ruling has been warmly received by the Himachal Pradesh government and the citizens of Shimla, who view it as a significant step […]
The Supreme Court overturned the Himachal Pradesh High Court’s decision to remove Sanjay Kundu as DGP, emphasizing the lack of opportunity for him to defend himself. The apex court highlighted the serious implications of such a transfer, reinforcing the importance of adhering to principles of natural justice for high-ranking officials.
Sanjay Kundu, an IPS officer, has taken his legal battle to the Indian Supreme Court after a ruling by the Himachal Pradesh High Court ordered his removal as Director-General of Police. The controversy centers around allegations of Kundu’s improper intervention in a civil dispute, with the case posing critical questions about police authority and judicial independence in India.
In a significant development, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has upheld its decision to remove IPS officer Sanjay Kundu from the position of Director General of Police. This decision is part of the court’s efforts to ensure an unbiased investigation into a complaint by businessman Nishant Sharma, who expressed fear for his life due to […]
Upholding Constitutional Provisions In a significant judicial development, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has issued an interim order that effectively restricts the six Chief Parliamentary Secretaries (CPS) appointed by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu from enjoying the privileges typically granted to cabinet rank ministers. This decision, passed by a division bench comprising Justice Vivek Thakur […]
In a landmark judgment that underscores the vital role of motherhood in society, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has emphatically declared that motherhood is not only a fundamental right of women but also an essential duty for the continuation of the human race. This profound declaration came from Justice Vivek Singh Thakur, who, in his […]
The Calcutta High Court has declined to issue any interim orders to prohibit the slaughter of goats at the ‘Bolla Kali Mata Temple’ in North Dinajpur during the ‘Bolla Kali Puja 2023′. This decision came in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that challenged the practice of animal sacrifice in the name of god […]
In a landmark judgment, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has censured the denial of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Extraordinary Leave to Dr. Anupam Sharma, a Senior Resident Doctor at Dr. YS Parmar Government Medical College, Nahan, as “highly unjust and arbitrary.” This decision came in the wake of Dr. Sharma’s efforts to participate […]
In a landmark judgment, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has declared that not reporting a crime under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act is a bailable offence. This ruling aligns with similar decisions previously made by the Kerala and Karnataka High Courts, setting a significant precedent in the legal interpretation of the […]
The Supreme Court has clarified that while a Hindu marriage can be dissolved through a customary divorce deed, it is imperative to establish the existence of such a customary right. This stance is rooted in Section 29(2) of the Hindu Marriage Act 1955, which asserts that the Act’s provisions won’t impact any right recognized by […]
