The Supreme Court has referred to a larger bench the question of whether insurance companies must pay no-fault compensation under Section 163A of the MV Act for the vehicle owner’s death, even without a third-party claim. The case arose from a minor’s plea after losing her parents in a solo accident.
The Orissa High Court criticized the State for unlawfully demolishing a community centre, labeling it “bulldozer justice.” The Court ordered Rs 10 lakh in compensation for violating citizens’ rights, emphasizing the erosion of legal legitimacy and the necessity of adhering to judicial processes. It affirmed the importance of due process in state actions.
Justice Dixit Krishna Shripad was officially sworn in as a judge of the Orissa High Court on Monday, after transferring from the Karnataka High Court. With over 30 years in the legal field, he has held significant positions, including Assistant Solicitor General of India and has represented key institutions throughout his career.
The Odisha High Court stayed the National Human Rights Commission’s (NHRC) order and related proceedings concerning the death of a Nepalese student. The stay was granted on Monday in response to a petition filed by KIIT and KISS institutions. The petition challenged the NHRC’s directives in the case. Further legal proceedings are now paused pending the High Court’s review.
