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    Temple Funds Are Deity’s Property, Not Permitted for Cooperative Bank Rescue: CJI Surya Kant
    Temple Funds Are Deity’s Property, Not Permitted for Cooperative Bank Rescue: CJI Surya Kant
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    Temple Funds Are Deity’s Property, Not Permitted for Cooperative Bank Rescue: CJI Surya Kant

    Today, On 5th December, CJI Surya Kant remarked that Temple Funds Are Deity’s Property, Not Permitted for Cooperative Bank Rescue. While hearing Kerala cooperative banks’ petitions on returning Thirunelly Temple deposits, the Supreme Court questioned the challenge against the High Court order, reaffirming deity’s ownership.

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    ‘Individual Cannot Always Be the Centre of Attention’: SC Prioritises National Interest Over Personal Liberty
    ‘Individual Cannot Always Be the Centre of Attention’: SC Prioritises National Interest Over Personal Liberty
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    “Preferential Right Comes First”: Supreme Court Stops Forced Acquisition in Mumbai Slum Redevelopment Case

    The Supreme Court ruled that Mumbai land acquisition under the Slum Act cannot proceed until the owner’s “preferential right to develop” is extinguished. The Court rejected Jyoti Builders’ plea, upheld the new owner’s rights, and ordered the land to remain a Recreational Ground.

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    ANALYSIS| Attachment Before Judgment Invalid on Property Alienated Prior to Institution of Suit: Supreme Court
    ANALYSIS| Attachment Before Judgment Invalid on Property Alienated Prior to Institution of Suit: Supreme Court
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    ANALYSIS| Attachment Before Judgment Invalid on Property Alienated Prior to Institution of Suit: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court has ruled that attachment before judgment cannot legally apply to any property already transferred before a suit is filed, reaffirming that prior registered sale deeds override later proceedings and remain fully protected.

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    Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling: Tenant Can Never Become Owner of Rented Property
    Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling: Tenant Can Never Become Owner of Rented Property
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    Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling: Tenant Can Never Become Owner of Rented Property

    In a major judgment, the Supreme Court ruled that no tenant—regardless of how long they’ve stayed—can claim ownership of rented property through adverse possession. The Court clarified that tenancy is always based on the owner’s permission, not ownership rights.

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    Woman’s Gotra Changes When She Marries: Supreme Court On Widow’s Property Rights
    Woman’s Gotra Changes When She Marries: Supreme Court On Widow’s Property Rights
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    Woman’s Gotra Changes When She Marries: Supreme Court On Widow’s Property Rights

    The Supreme Court heard a petition challenging the Hindu Succession Act, which directs a childless widow’s property to her husband’s family. Justice BV Nagarathna highlighted, “under Hindu law, a woman’s gotra changes when she marries.”

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    How Could Private Land Be Declared a Slum Just Because It Is Near a Slum?: Bombay High Court Questions SRA
    How Could Private Land Be Declared a Slum Just Because It Is Near a Slum?: Bombay High Court Questions SRA
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    How Could Private Land Be Declared a Slum Just Because It Is Near a Slum?: Bombay High Court Questions SRA

    The Bombay High Court questioned the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) on how the petitioner’s private land, which has 5 to 6 structures, could be declared a slum merely because it is near an adjoining slum area.

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    Supreme Court Declines Plea to Transfer Waqf Act Case from Delhi HC: "Petitions Now Filed Only for Newspapers"
    Supreme Court Declines Plea to Transfer Waqf Act Case from Delhi HC: "Petitions Now Filed Only for Newspapers"
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    Supreme Court Declines Plea to Transfer Waqf Act Case from Delhi HC: “Petitions Now Filed Only for Newspapers”

    The Supreme Court rejected a request to shift the Waqf Act case from Delhi High Court, remarking, “Petitions are nowadays being filed only for the newspapers” and questioned the urgency behind rushing to court.

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    BREAKING| CJI Gavai Slams Rs.12 Crore Alimony Demand After 18-Month Marriage: "You Even Want a BMW? You’re So Educated, Learn to Earn!"
    BREAKING| CJI Gavai Slams Rs.12 Crore Alimony Demand After 18-Month Marriage: "You Even Want a BMW? You’re So Educated, Learn to Earn!"
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    BREAKING| CJI Gavai Slams Rs.12 Crore Alimony Demand After 18-Month Marriage: “You Even Want a BMW? You’re So Educated, Learn to Earn!”

    Today, On 22nd July, CJI Gavai slams woman’s Rs.12 crore alimony demand after 18-month marriage, questions her need for a BMW despite being highly educated. Says, “You even want a BMW? You’re so educated, learn to earn!”

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    Supreme Court Declares: Tribal Women Have Equal Right to Ancestral Property – Custom Can't Override Equality
    Supreme Court Declares: Tribal Women Have Equal Right to Ancestral Property – Custom Can't Override Equality
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    Supreme Court Declares: Tribal Women Have Equal Right to Ancestral Property – Custom Can’t Override Equality

    Supreme Court rules tribal women and their heirs are entitled to equal property rights. Denial based on outdated customs violates constitutional equality.

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    Are Daughters Equal Heirs? | Property Rights of Women in India Explained
    Are Daughters Equal Heirs? | Property Rights of Women in India Explained
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    Are Daughters Equal Heirs? | Property Rights of Women in India Explained

    Explore how daughters’ property rights in India have evolved under the Hindu Succession Act. Learn about legal provisions, coparcenary rights, and inheritance laws for women.

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