The Delhi government, led by the Aam Aadmi Party, has filed 10 petitions against the lieutenant governor (LG) in the Supreme Court between April 2023 and May 2024. These petitions cover various issues, including challenges to the GNCTD Act, appointment disputes, and funding for welfare schemes, reflecting ongoing legal tensions between the two entities.
Today 4th April Attorney General (AG)R Venkataramani stressed the need to understand India’s history before shaping its future at the book launch of Yashraj Singh Bundela’s “Integration of Bharat: Political and Constitutional Perspective.” He emphasized the interdependence of constitution and politics and India’s unity through culture, as symbolized by a 1984 Supreme Court ruling and a Sanskrit inscription on the court’s emblem.
Today (3rd April) The National Green Tribunal acknowledged the water supply issue at M Chinnaswamy Stadium during IPL matches in Bengaluru, amidst a severe city-wide water crisis. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board permitted treated water supply, prompting NGT to register a case and issue notices to relevant authorities. The next hearing is scheduled for May 2.
The National Green Tribunal-NGT declined to grant a 5-year extension for the registration of three specialized armoured vehicles utilized by the Special Protection Group (SPG) to safeguard the Prime Minister-PM of India. The Tribunal cited Supreme Court directives, highlighting that diesel vehicles exceeding 10-years cannot be allowed to operate in the National Capital Region.
The National Green Tribunal has warned Bihar’s chief secretary to provide information on Ganga water pollution within six weeks, threatening personal appearance otherwise. This directive came during proceedings on pollution prevention in the Ganga within Bihar. The tribunal had initiated action on the pollution matter in five states last year. Review is set for May 1.
The NGT in the central zone has proactively responded to the firecracker factory explosion in Harda district, issuing notices to authorities and mandating compensation deposits from factory owners. Emphasizing interim relief and initiating a high-level investigation committee, the NGT demonstrates its commitment to environmental safety and accountability, ensuring swift action and thorough scrutiny of the incident.
The Supreme Court of India has emphasized the importance of fairness and due process in environmental cases, criticising the National Green Tribunal’s unilateral decisions. The Court cancelled NGT’s orders against a Delhi-based business for environmental violations and directed fair hearings. The focus is on balancing environmental justice with procedural fairness, without prejudging the cases.
On Thursday 11 January 2024, the Supreme Court of India has overruled the National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) previous orders, paving the way for the implementation of the ambitious Shimla Development Plan 2041. This ruling has been warmly received by the Himachal Pradesh government and the citizens of Shimla, who view it as a significant step […]