The Supreme Court made significant rulings on various constitutional and legal issues, including the non-challenge of statutes based on basic structure, necessity for official notifications for customs exemptions, and limitations on property rights. The Court reinforced principles of fairness, integrity in appointments, and guidelines against punitive demolitions while addressing social justice concerns.
Today, On 5th November, Justice B.V. Nagarathna criticized Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud for his remarks about former judges, emphasizing that the Supreme Court’s institution transcends individual judges. She argued past judges should not be criticized for differing viewpoints, as their rulings aligned with the historical context of their times. Future judges should avoid unjust criticisms.
Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud on 23rd April noted the situation where tenants hold onto properties and landlords struggle with maintenance costs.The Supreme Court is reviewing a Maharashtra law aimed at acquiring old, unsafe buildings where tenants refuse to vacate and landlords lack funds for repairs.