The Kerala High Court upheld the 2024 amendments to the Kerala Lok Ayukta Act, ruling that recommendations shall be deemed accepted if not decided within 90 days, while dismissing the challenge by Ramesh Chennithala.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant addressed Indian Army personnel in Leh, stressing access to justice for soldiers in remote areas, affirming that law must reach them as they safeguard the nation under challenging conditions.
The Patna High Court held tax assessment against a deceased person invalid, annulling the demand. It directed the Commercial Taxes Officer to initiate fresh proceedings against the legal heir in accordance with law, ensuring compliance with proper legal procedure.
The Calcutta High Court struck down parts of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Amendment Act, 2022, invalidating retrospective property tax provisions. Justice Gaurang Kanth held such validation clauses unlawful, protecting petitioners from revived liabilities of Rs 11.24 crore demands.
