Senior advocate Kapil Sibal is set to receive Rs 75 lakh for representing Kerala in a case about borrowing limits. Kerala faces financial crisis due to restrictions on borrowing imposed by the Centre. The Supreme Court directed the Centre to consider a financial package for Kerala before March 31. The Centre has granted permission for Kerala to borrow Rs 8,700 crore.
The Supreme Court Today (April 1st) issued a unified directive regarding Kerala’s request for interim relief and the state’s lawsuit against the central government’s restrictions on its borrowing capabilities. Kerala initiated legal action in the apex court under Article 131, alleging that the Centre infringed upon its authority to manage the state’s financial affairs.
The Kerala government approached the Supreme Court against both the President and the Governor due to delayed bills. They argue that the bills, primarily concerning matters within the State List of the Constitution, should not have been referred to the President by the Governor. The state also points out that the Governor had previously approved […]
Today, the Supreme Court of India postponed its decision on a plea by the Kerala government regarding a financial dispute with the Centre. The dispute centers on allegations of the Union government interfering with Kerala’s borrowing powers. The Court encouraged both parties to resolve the issues through dialogue. Kerala emphasized its limited role in the country’s debt profile.
On Wednesday(13th March), The Kerala government, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, is set to challenge the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in the Supreme Court following the central government’s recent notification of CAA rules. This reaffirms the state’s persistent opposition to the CAA, rooted in the belief that it infringes upon the Indian Constitution’s fundamental principles.
On Today(12th March), The Supreme Court has expressed dissatisfaction with Kerala’s non-response in the Antony Raju underwear evidence tampering case, a legal saga spanning three decades. The case involves an Australian man, Andrew Salvatore Cervelli, arrested 33 years ago for drug smuggling, later acquitted due to evidence discrepancies. Kerala MLA Antony Raju is at the center of the controversy.
Today: The Supreme Court urged the Centre and Kerala to address fiscal mismanagement. The Kerala government filed a suit alleging Union interference in state finances. The Court stressed the need for ongoing dialogue, emphasizing cooperative federalism. It refrained from setting a specific date for the next hearing, highlighting the importance of a continued dialogue.
The Supreme Court urged Kerala and the Central government to resolve financial disputes through dialogue. Both sides agreed to meet, following the Court’s recommendation. The meeting aims to address urgent funding concerns and bridge the gap in financial management. This marks a critical opportunity for open communication and collaboration, setting important precedents for India’s federal structure.
Kerala’s challenge is rooted in the principles enshrined in Article 293 of the Constitution, which it argues grants states the autonomy to manage their own debts without undue interference from the Central Government. The State of Kerala has taken a firm stand against the Central Government’s attempt to impose borrowing limits, arguing that such actions […]
The Kerala government submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court, stating it had no plans to conduct a caste survey and emphasized the responsibility of the Central government in conducting such surveys. The government refuted allegations of intentional disobedience and highlighted the challenges in utilizing socio-economic data for policymaking. This case has significant implications for the identification and support of backward classes in Kerala.