The Supreme Court has allowed the DAIT-Adani Power consortium to temporarily operate Coastal Energen’s power plant until the NCLAT issues its final order. This decision provides interim relief amid the ongoing insolvency dispute, overturning the NCLAT’s interim order and expressing concerns about the haste with which the NCLAT had acted.
The Supreme Court criticized the handling of a woman’s long legal battle over multiple divorce decrees in Karnataka, emphasizing the challenges women face in matrimonial disputes. The court upheld the divorce decree but enhanced the alimony and issued orders to protect the woman and her son’s property rights.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of District Judge aspirant Salam Samarjeet Singh, who had been disqualified due to a last-minute change in cut-off rules. The three-judge bench’s decision, led by Justices Roy, Dhulia, and Bhatti, ended Singh’s nine-year legal battle and ordered his immediate appointment.
The Supreme Court issued a notice for Adani Power’s plea seeking a Rs 280 crore refund from the Himachal Pradesh Government regarding the Jangi Thopan Power Project. Adani Power’s claim was dismissed by the High Court, providing relief to the state government. The court found no lawful relationship between Adani Power and the state, rejecting the refund claim.
Rajeev Chandrasekhar filed a defamation case against Shashi Tharoor for alleging voter bribery during the 2024 Lok Sabha campaign. The case was filed in Delhi, but jurisdiction issues arose due to Tharoor’s MP position. The transfer petition is scheduled for August 21. Chandrasekhar also issued a legal notice demanding a retraction and apology from Tharoor.
Today, On 14th August, The Supreme Court criticized the Gujarat government for appealing a High Court ruling favoring a sweeper, questioning the decision and demanding details about the officials involved. This stern stance emphasizes adherence to judicial rulings impacting lower-level employees’ livelihoods, stressing responsible government decision-making. Additionally, it warns against unnecessary delays or challenges, reinforcing the importance of justice and efficiency in governance.
Today(on 15th July), the Supreme Court dismissed Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s plea to quash the CBI’s case alleging disproportionate assets against him, marking a setback for him in the legal proceedings. The decision upholds the High Court’s directive, ensuring that the CBI continues its investigation. The legal battle involves complex jurisdictional and procedural issues.
The Gujarat High Court was informed on Friday that the state plans to reclaim about 108 hectares of grazing land from Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd, allocated in 2005. Villagers had contested the allocation, arguing that it left them with insufficient grazing land. The state has committed to replenishing 129 hectares of land for the village’s use.
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