Today, On 16th May, Calling it a “glaring issue,” the Supreme Court ordered all states and UTs to transfer notified forest land, still held by revenue departments, back to forest departments within one year to protect forest rights.
The Supreme Court granted NewsClick a one-week protection from any coercive action over a tax demand. A bench led by Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, however, rejected a writ petition filed by PPK Newsclick Studio Pvt Ltd. The petition was filed directly under Article 32 of the Constitution. The court’s decision provides temporary relief but does not settle the tax dispute.
The Gujarat High Court was informed on Friday that the state plans to reclaim about 108 hectares of grazing land from Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd, allocated in 2005. Villagers had contested the allocation, arguing that it left them with insufficient grazing land. The state has committed to replenishing 129 hectares of land for the village’s use.
The Uttarakhand High Court issued a stay order on the construction of the ‘Sainya Dham’ memorial in Dehradun due to concerns over environmental and legal compliance issues. The decision, made in response to a petition, aims to ensure meticulous adherence to regulatory norms. This case sets a precedent for balanced development and environmental sustainability in the region.