The Supreme Court of India has temporarily halted Karnataka’s demand for Rs. 317.5 crore VAT from Antrix Corporation regarding satellite transponder leases. The dispute hinges on whether the lease constitutes a sale of goods or a service. The Court will further examine the case in August.
The Delhi High Court dismissed Ravi Kumar’s review petition, imposing a ₹10,000 fine for disrespectful language against a judge. The bench found no merit in Kumar’s claims regarding errors in a previous ruling about a recruitment matter at ISRO, emphasizing reviews should not reargue cases. Kumar was criticized for cherry-picking judgment excerpts.
Today, On 21st October, Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud announced a two-week extension for an expert panel reviewing NEET-UG reforms. The Supreme Court’s decision allows the panel to finalize its comprehensive report, addressing key issues in the exam’s administration and highlighting security lapses, while ensuring improvements in transparency and efficiency.
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The Supreme Court of India will review a petition on October 22, 2024, concerning the NEET-UG 2024 examination, challenging a prior decision not to reconduct it. Filed on August 31, petitioners hope to present new evidence. Despite concerns over the NTA’s operations, the Court upheld the exam’s validity while ordering reforms.
The Gujarat High Court has denied bail to a former ISRO officer accused of cyber terrorism for sharing sensitive information with a woman in Pakistan, citing the ongoing trial and seriousness of the charges. The accused remains in custody as the trial proceeds, with the court emphasizing caution in cases involving national security.
