Today, On 16th October, The Supreme Court criticized Punjab and Haryana for failing to address Delhi’s air pollution crisis, mainly caused by stubble burning. It reprimanded the Commission for Air Quality Management for ineffectiveness and lack of qualified members. The court urged stricter actions against violators and highlighted the ongoing pollution challenges due to multiple factors.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has declared the water cess imposed by the state government on hydropower generation as “unconstitutional.” This ruling came after approximately 40 power-generating companies filed a challenge against the state’s Water Cess Act, marking a significant victory for the hydropower sector within the region. Also read- Bombay High Court Relieves Charity […]
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed the governments to form committees for investigating the administration of muafi lands allocated to Hindu and Sikh communities. This came after a petition challenging revenue authorities’ refusal to recognize a temple’s Mohtamim as the landowner. The Court emphasized transparency and accountability in the administration of religious properties.
