It’s Our Own Creation, We Should Stop Blaming the Corporation: Bombay High Court on Mumbai’s Monsoon Flooding

The Bombay High Court observed that Mumbai’s recurring monsoon flooding is not solely the BMC’s responsibility, stating that encroachments, blocked drains and illegal constructions by citizens have worsened the crisis. The Court urged shared accountability, remarking, “We should stop blaming the corporation.”

Can Elected Representatives Take Oath In The Name Of Deities? Kerala HC Says No, Invalidates Thiruvananthapuram Councillors’ Oaths

The Kerala High Court invalidated the oath taken by 20 Thiruvananthapuram Corporation councillors, ruling that the swearing-in violated legal procedure. The Court directed them to retake the oath within four weeks as per statutory requirements following a petition challenging the ceremony.