The Supreme Court ruled that vehicles sold before April 1, 2019, must also display colour-coded stickers. This decision aims to improve the identification of older vehicles based on their emission levels. The directive is part of efforts to curb pollution and ensure better compliance with environmental standards. The move is expected to help authorities monitor vehicle emissions more effectively.
The Supreme Court of India mandated the Central Government to implement a 2022 scheme for cashless medical treatment of motor accident victims within the critical “golden hour.” Additionally, the court urged the General Insurance Council to establish an online portal by March 14, 2025, to expedite compensation claims for hit-and-run victims.
The Kerala High Court on Thursday(12th Dec) rebuked both ruling and opposition parties for obstructing public roads during meetings, labeling a specific CPI(M) conference as a “breach of trust.” The court directed police to identify participants and mandated action against them. Concerns were raised about further protests violating court orders, reinforcing the need for unbiased law enforcement.
Karnataka High Court judge Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda faced backlash for calling Gori Palya, a Muslim-majority area in Bengaluru, “Pakistan” while discussing traffic issues. His comments, made during a hearing related to the Rent Control Act, sparked controversy over communal sensitivities and the judiciary’s role in fostering unity in a diverse society.
The Supreme Court set to discuss the implementation of cashless treatment and online compensation transfers for road accident victims in an upcoming session. The court’s attention was drawn to this matter through a public interest litigation (PIL) and is considering issuing directives for this purpose. Additionally, a steering committee has been established to address road safety issues.
Today(on 21st August),The Supreme Court of India will resume hearing on whether a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license covers operation of transport vehicles up to 7,500 kg. The case, with major implications for insurance and road safety, will be reviewed by a five-judge bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud.
The Kerala High Court held that the guardian of a minor or the owner of a vehicle driven by a minor can face prosecution under Section 199A of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (MV Act) even before the minor is proceeded against for driving without a license. Since minors are immune from prosecution, the tendency to indulge in such acts has been on the rise and the owners of motor vehicles do not take due precautions to prevent such acts, the Court noted.
Today, On 25th June, The Supreme Court directed the Tamil Nadu government to allow unrestricted movement of All India Permit buses within the state. The order came in response to a plea by inter-state bus operators, who argued that the state’s directives contradict the Motor Vehicles Act. The court has instructed authorities to ensure unhindered passage for these buses.
The Kerala High Court declared that parents can be prosecuted under Section 199A of the Motor Vehicles Act if their minor children are caught driving a vehicle without a valid license. Section 199A of the Motor Vehicles Act is a legal provision aimed at ensuring that motor vehicles are operated only by individuals who possess the necessary legal authorization—a valid driving license.