Today, On 4th September, The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Centre over illegal felling of trees, urging action to protect states affected by landslides and floods. The move aims to address environmental damage and prevent future disasters.
Today, On 19th February, The Delhi High Court asked the Railways to take note of a PIL raising concerns over the recent stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta stated that the matter was not being treated adversarially and that the Railways is committed to following the law. The court emphasized the need for accountability and preventive measures to avoid such incidents in the future.
Today, On 4th October, the Kerala High Court questioned the Central government’s delay in disbursing disaster relief funds for Wayanad, which suffered severe landslides. The court noted neighboring states received allocations while Kerala awaited assistance. It ordered a detailed response from the National Disaster Management Authority by October 18 and emphasized the need for timely fund disbursement.