Today, On 13th November, the Supreme Court mandated strict guidelines against arbitrary demolitions linked to accused individuals, emphasizing accountability. Demolitions require prior notice, a 15-day appeal period, and must be documented. Officials failing to comply may face contempt charges and must restore demolished properties at their expense. These directives apply nationwide.
Today, On 6th November, the Supreme Court criticized Uttar Pradesh for unlawfully demolishing a house in 2019, ordering Rs 25 lakh in compensation to the homeowner. The court emphasized the need for lawful procedures in property demolition and directed an investigation into the involved officials, reinforcing citizens’ rights against arbitrary state actions.
The Supreme Court criticized the handling of a woman’s long legal battle over multiple divorce decrees in Karnataka, emphasizing the challenges women face in matrimonial disputes. The court upheld the divorce decree but enhanced the alimony and issued orders to protect the woman and her son’s property rights.
Today, On 15th May, The Supreme Court set guidelines for government land acquisitions to ensure fairness and transparency. The ruling emphasizes procedures to respect property rights. The decision affects land acquisition practices nationwide. In a specific case, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation’s land acquisition was deemed illegal, highlighting the significance of adhering to the established principles.
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During a Supreme Court session, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta criticized the National Wealth Redistribution Proposal as ‘juvenile,’ emphasizing the importance of private investments for economic development. The bench, led by Chief Justice Chandrachud, sought a balanced interpretation of Article 39(b) and discussed the need for legislative intervention to regulate material resources for distribution.
On Thursday( 18th April), The Supreme Court fined the Telangana government Rs. 5 lakh for submitting inaccurate affidavits in a property dispute, raising environmental and administrative accountability issues. The dispute involves contradictory positions taken by a district collector regarding the classification of disputed property as forest land. The Court criticized the High Court’s ruling and imposed costs on both parties.
At the 2024 ABA-India Conference, Justice Hima Kohli emphasized the Indian judiciary’s commitment to sustainable economic development and the interdependence of economic progress, environmental preservation, and individual rights. She highlighted the potential for collaboration with the United States to enhance economic development and strengthen democratic and legal foundations. The judiciary’s focus on sustainable growth can position India as a global leader in environmentally conscious economic development.
On Tuesday(12th March),The Telangana High Court directs petitioners to serve notices in a Rs 25,000-cr land scam case linked to the Dharani Act. Allegations include a four-decade fraud involving bogus transactions and concealment of prior land sales. The case has sparked legal and political battles, with ongoing demands for criminal charges and a Special Investigating Team.
Supreme Court Affirms Rights of Children from Void Marriages to Inherit Ancestral Property In a landmark judgment on Friday, January 19, the Supreme Court of India has upheld the rights of children born from void and voidable marriages to inherit their parents’ property. This significant ruling, emphasizes the legal status of such children as legitimate […]