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The Supreme Court dismissed today, a contempt petition against Manipur authorities for failing to protect the properties of displaced persons during recent violence. The court stated that no contempt was made, emphasizing the need to involve encroachers as parties to the case before taking action. Encroachments on properties should be addressed through separate proceedings.
Supreme Court of India on Friday (Mrach 15),has postponed the hearing of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha’s plea against the Enforcement Directorate (ED) summons in the contentious Delhi Excise Policy case to March 19. The Supreme Court of India on Friday (Mrach 15),has postponed the hearing of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K […]
Supreme Court: “State’s Writ Petition Deemed Misguided”. Today (February 27), the Supreme Court halted the enforcement and implementation of an interim order from the Madras High Court that had suspended the summonses sent to district collectors in Tamil Nadu regarding alleged illegal sand mining-money laundering cases.
The Supreme Court has declined to instruct the Central government to create a nationwide policy for subsidized canteens or community kitchens, stating that existing social welfare programs are sufficient. The decision was made in response to a petition advocating for these establishments amid the challenges posed by COVID-19. The Court left it to the States and Union Territories to ensure implementation of welfare Acts and schemes.
The Supreme Court of India is deliberating on whether legal representation should be categorized as a “service” under the Consumer Protection Act, potentially making lawyers accountable for shortcomings. This debate questions the unique professional standing of lawyers and could have far-reaching implications for lawyer-client dynamics. The decision is eagerly anticipated by the legal community and the public.
