Today, On 5th November, The Supreme Court ruled that not all private properties qualify as community resources under Article 39(b) for State acquisition. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud led the majority opinion, stating that properties must meet specific criteria. The court’s decision reflects differing judicial views on property rights and State authority, with three judgments delivered in total.
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The Supreme Court of India, in an 8:1 majority decision on October 23, ruled that states have the authority to regulate denatured spirit or industrial alcohol. The judgment broadens the definition of “intoxicating liquor” under Entry 8 of List II in the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution, to include industrial alcohol. This expands state regulatory powers over alcohol beyond just those meant for human consumption
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Today, 1st May, The Supreme Court will hear West Bengal’s challenge against CBI investigations, addressing the issue of private properties as “material resources of the community.” The case may shape future legal precedents and raises questions about the CBI’s authority. Scheduling conflicts have led to the hearing being rescheduled for Thursday before the summer recess.
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Today,18th April,The Supreme Court postponed its ruling on industrial alcohol regulation, causing uncertainty in the industry. The decision revolves around the overlapping powers of the Centre and states. The nine-judge bench is reviewing the matter, which stems from conflicting interpretations of legislative competence. The final judgment’s implications for the industry remain pending.
As of now, the Supreme Court has a total of 54 cases pending before its Constitution Benches. These cases are divided among different compositions of the benches The Supreme Court of India is currently grappling with a significant backlog of cases awaiting adjudication before its Constitution Benches. Recent data presented in Parliament sheds light on […]
The Supreme Court has constituted a nine-judge Constitution Bench, which is set to address four pivotal cases that hold significant implications for the nation’s legal framework. One of the primary cases before the bench pertains to the interpretation of the term “consultation” in the appointment of High Court judges. The core question revolves around whether […]