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    “If You Can’t Give Clean Air, Cut the Tax”: Delhi High Court Urges GST Council to Urgently Reduce 18% GST on Air Purifiers
    “If You Can’t Give Clean Air, Cut the Tax”: Delhi High Court Urges GST Council to Urgently Reduce 18% GST on Air Purifiers
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    Delhi Air Crisis: High Court Urges GST Council to Cut 18% Tax on Air Purifiers, Calls Urgent Meeting

    The Delhi High Court has asked the GST Council to meet urgently to consider reducing GST on air purifiers from 18% to 5% amid the severe air pollution crisis. The Court said lowering tax is the minimum relief when citizens are struggling to breathe clean air.

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    Delhi Pollution | Utilise Hybrid Appearances Via Video Conferencing: High Court Advises LawyersDelhi Pollution | Utilise Hybrid Appearances Via Video Conferencing: High Court Advises Lawyers
    Delhi Pollution | Utilise Hybrid Appearances Via Video Conferencing: High Court Advises Lawyers
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    Delhi Pollution | Utilise Hybrid Appearances Via Video Conferencing: High Court Advises Lawyers

    Today, On 15th December, Amid severe pollution levels in the national capital, the Delhi High Court issued an advisory to the Bar. Lawyers and self-represented litigants were advised to utilise hybrid appearances via video conferencing to reduce physical presence in court.

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    Supreme Court Warns: Municipal Bodies Will ‘Become Defunct’ Without Revenue, Cannot Deliver Basic Services
    Supreme Court Warns: Municipal Bodies Will ‘Become Defunct’ Without Revenue, Cannot Deliver Basic Services
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    Supreme Court Warns: Municipal Bodies Will ‘Become Defunct’ Without Revenue, Cannot Deliver Basic Services

    The Supreme Court has held that civic bodies cannot function or meet their legal duties without steady revenue, stressing that regular tax revisions are essential. The Court warned that without adequate funds, municipalities risk becoming defunct, causing chaos and harming public health.

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    Bombay High Court Rules Loudspeakers Not a Religious Right: Mosque’s Plea Rejected Over Noise-Pollution Norms
    Bombay High Court Rules Loudspeakers Not a Religious Right: Mosque’s Plea Rejected Over Noise-Pollution Norms
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    Bombay High Court Rules Loudspeakers Not a Religious Right: Mosque’s Plea Rejected Over Noise-Pollution Norms

    The Bombay High Court has held that a mosque cannot claim loudspeaker use as a religious right, dismissing its plea for permission. The court cited noise-pollution dangers and urged the Maharashtra government to frame a stronger regulatory system.

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    Looks Like Juice, Children Can Carry This to Schools: Supreme Court Slams Liquor in Tetra Packs
    Looks Like Juice, Children Can Carry This to Schools: Supreme Court Slams Liquor in Tetra Packs
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    Looks Like Juice, Children Can Carry This to Schools: Supreme Court Slams Liquor in Tetra Packs

    Today, On 17th November, The Supreme Court has criticised the sale of liquor in tetra packs, saying the packaging resembles juice boxes and lacks proper warnings. The Court warned that such packs make it easy for children to carry alcohol to school.

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    Over 50,000 Indians Flood Supreme Court With Handwritten Letters Opposing Stray Dogs Removal Order
    Over 50,000 Indians Flood Supreme Court With Handwritten Letters Opposing Stray Dogs Removal Order
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    Stop This Tanashahi!: Mass Protest at India Gate After Supreme Court Orders Removal of Stray Dogs from Schools and Hospitals

    Thousands gathered at India Gate shouting “Stop This Tanashahi!” after the Supreme Court directed the removal of stray dogs from public spaces like schools and hospitals, sparking outrage among animal rights activists demanding humane and balanced solutions for community safety.

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    Stray Dogs Row: Supreme Court to Hear Suo Motu Case on October 27
    Stray Dogs Row: Supreme Court to Hear Suo Motu Case on October 27
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    Stray Dogs Row: Supreme Court to Hear Suo Motu Case on October 27

    The Supreme Court will hear a suo motu case concerning stray dogs in the Delhi-NCR region on October 27. The bench aims to address issues related to sterilization, deworming, dog shelters, and public health risks like rabies.

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    Supreme Court to Hear Firecracker Ban Plea on Friday, Key Decision Expected Before Diwali
    Supreme Court to Hear Firecracker Ban Plea on Friday, Key Decision Expected Before Diwali
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    Supreme Court to Hear Firecracker Ban Plea on Friday, Key Decision Expected Before Diwali

    The Supreme Court will hear the firecracker ban case on October 10, just ahead of Diwali. The Bench led by CJI B.R. Gavai will decide on restrictions in Delhi-NCR amid rising pollution concerns.

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    BREAKING| Imprisoning Some Farmers Could Send an Important Message: Supreme Court on Stubble Burning
    BREAKING| Imprisoning Some Farmers Could Send an Important Message: Supreme Court on Stubble Burning
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    BREAKING| Imprisoning Some Farmers Could Send an Important Message: Supreme Court on Stubble Burning

    Today, On 17th September, The Supreme Court highlighted that imprisoning some farmers for stubble burning could act as a strong deterrent and send a clear message to others. The remarks came while hearing petitions on Delhi-NCR’s severe October air pollution.

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    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Over Toxic Cassia Sold as Cinnamon in Kerala: “Not Going to Monitor All This”
    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Over Toxic Cassia Sold as Cinnamon in Kerala: “Not Going to Monitor All This”
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    Supreme Court Rejects Plea Over Toxic Cassia Sold as Cinnamon in Kerala: “Not Going to Monitor All This”

    Today, On 18th August, The Supreme Court rejected a petition concerning toxic cassia being sold as cinnamon in Kerala, remarking, “We are not going to monitor all this,” while dismissing the request for court intervention in the spice contamination issue.

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