DUBLIN HIGH COURT RULING
SC protects six Congress MLAs from disqualification
The Supreme Court provided temporary relief to six Himachal Pradesh Congress MLAs, halting a High Court order that could have led to their disqualification. The High Court had previously overturned a law allowing the appointment of MLAs as parliamentary secretaries, putting the MLAs' positions at risk. The Supreme Court's intervention provides a reprieve while it considers the state government's appeal.
Excise policy scam: Delhi High Court quashes Arvind Kejriwal's plea seeking stay on trial court proceedings
The Delhi High Court has denied Arvind Kejriwal's request to halt trial court proceedings in a money laundering case connected to the excise policy scam. Kejriwal had challenged the trial court's acceptance of the Enforcement Directorate's prosecution complaints, but the High Court declined to intervene, stating that the challenged order was not recent.
Vodafone Idea, Bharti Airtel fall upto 4% after SC allows tax credit claims on infra duties
The Supreme Court of India ruled in favor of telecom companies, granting them the right to claim tax credits for duties paid on infrastructure items. This decision reverses a previous Bombay High Court ruling and is expected to provide significant financial relief to major telecom players like Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea.
SC rules in favor of telcos, allows Cenvat credits on infrastructure duties
The Supreme Court gave a favorable decision for telecom companies. The court said that these companies can claim tax credits on telecom infrastructure. This includes things like towers and buildings. The decision could benefit companies like Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea. Experts believe this will encourage investment in the telecom sector.
SC restores criminal proceedings against ex-Kerala minister in 1990 evidence tampering case
The Supreme Court has reinstated criminal charges against former Kerala minister Antony Raju, accused of evidence tampering in a 1990 drug case. The court overturned a High Court decision that had dismissed the case on technicalities, emphasizing the seriousness of the allegations and urging a swift conclusion to the trial within a year.
SC grants telecom firms right to claim tax credits on infrastructure duties
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of telecom companies, granting them the right to claim tax credits on duties paid for infrastructure components like tower parts and green shelters. This decision overturns a previous Bombay High Court ruling and is expected to provide significant financial relief to major telecom operators such as Bharti Airtel, Vodafone, and Reliance Communications.
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'Temporary' Cong govt in Himachal can fall anytime, claims BJP's Harsh Mahajan
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Mahajan claimed that several Congress MLAs in Himachal Pradesh are in contact with the BJP and predicted the collapse of the Congress government. Mahajan cited dissatisfaction with CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's leadership and the recent High Court ruling against the appointment of chief parliamentary secretaries as factors contributing to the instability.
Hugging, kissing between lovers not a sexual act, it's natural, rules Madras High Court
The Madras High Court ruled that hugging and kissing between lovers are not sexual harassment. The court dismissed a case against a 20-year-old man accused of sexually harassing a 19-year-old woman. The two were in a relationship. The woman filed a complaint after the man refused to marry her.
Bombay High Court rules entry into hotel room with a man is not consent for sex
The Bombay High Court in Goa ruled that entering a hotel room with a man does not mean consent to sex. The court overturned a lower court's decision to dismiss rape charges against a man. The High Court said the woman's distress and immediate police report showed a lack of consent.
SC pulls up Goa chief secretary, terms altering of Bombay HC rules 'brazen act'
The Supreme Court reprimanded the Goa Chief Secretary for upholding the state government's decision to modify Bombay High Court rules concerning court employee recruitment. The court deemed the alteration of rules, published under the Chief Justice's name without consultation, a 'brazen act' and summoned the Chief Secretary for an explanation.
After Elon Musk-Giorgia Meloni 'bonhomie', tech mogul jumps into Italy on immigration, faces rebuke
Elon Musk faced a rebuke from Italian President Sergio Mattarella for weighing in on Italy¡¯s immigration debate in a series of posts on X, a platform Musk owns. The Italian President reprimanded the tech mogul without taking his name and said Italy can take care of herself. This comes after Musk got a top advisory role in Donald Trump's new administration.
Rule of law umbrella concept to protect citizens against State's power: SC
The Supreme Court of India emphasized the importance of the rule of law, stating that it safeguards citizens from arbitrary state power and is crucial for democracy. The court issued guidelines for property demolitions, stressing the need for legal principles over arbitrary actions and holding officials accountable for abuses of power.
Compassionate appointment not vested right: SC
The Supreme Court of India ruled that compassionate appointment in government jobs is not an automatic right. The court emphasized that such provisions are intended to provide immediate financial relief to families facing sudden hardship due to the death of a breadwinner, not as a guaranteed job entitlement after a prolonged period.
SC ruling on LMV licences to ease way for app cabs
¡°Nearly 70% of the commercial (passenger vehicle) drivers simply hold an LMV (light motor vehicle) licence without the transport endorsement¡if the Supreme Court¡¯s decision went the other way, it would have been a nightmare,¡± a senior executive at a ride-hailing platform told ET.
CJI DY Chandrachud's legacy: His powerful statements during same-sex marriage judgment echoed with the queer community
Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, known for his prolific judicial output with 92 judgments in his two-year term, retired on November 10. He played a pivotal role in significant cases, including the same-sex marriage ruling where he emphasized the court's role in interpreting the law while acknowledging the queer community's fight for equal rights.
No bar on statutory activity while poll code is in force, says Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court overturned a Maharashtra government circular that halted the registration of construction workers under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act. The court ruled that the government's cited reason, the model code of conduct for the November 20 assembly polls, did not justify suspending ongoing statutory activity.
The tale of a Salman Rushdie book and the restriction it faced in India for 36 years
India lifted a long-standing restriction on Salman Rushdie's controversial novel, "The Satanic Verses," which was originally banned in 1988 due to concerns about communal tensions. The ban's removal, attributed to the inability to locate the original notification, highlights the arbitrary nature of such restrictions and their detrimental effect on India's liberal image.
Sexual harassment case cannot be closed on basis of compromise between parties: SC
The Supreme Court overturned a Rajasthan High Court decision to quash a sexual harassment case against a teacher accused of molesting a student. The court stated that such offenses have a serious impact on society and cannot be treated as private matters. The court emphasized that the gravity of the offense outweighs the possibility of a conviction being remote due to a compromise.
Lokayukta police questions Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah for 2 hours in MUDA case
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was questioned for two hours by the Lokayukta police regarding alleged irregularities in the allotment of MUDA sites to his wife. The opposition BJP has demanded Siddaramaiah's resignation and a CBI probe into the matter.
2019 demolition: SC slams UP authorities, directs it pay Rs 25 lakh to house owner
The Supreme Court ordered Uttar Pradesh authorities to pay Rs 25 lakh to a man whose house was demolished. The demolition occurred in 2019 for a road widening project in Maharajganj district. The court deemed the demolition illegal and criticized the authorities for their heavy-handed approach. The court also requested an inquiry into the matter by the UP chief secretary.
UP's new DGP selection rules boost transparency, state role
The Uttar Pradesh government has unveiled new guidelines for appointing the Director General of Police (DGP), establishing a committee headed by a retired high court judge to oversee the selection process. The move aims to ensure transparency and independence in choosing the state's top cop, aligning with Supreme Court directives for a two-year minimum tenure and safeguards against political interference.
CBI moves SC against Karnataka HC decision on DK Shivakumar
The CBI has filed a petition with the Supreme Court challenging the Karnataka government's decision to withdraw consent for investigating corruption allegations against Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The federal agency's appeal comes after the Karnataka High Court rejected its previous plea regarding the matter.
SC verdict on pleas against HC order scrapping UP madrasa law on Nov 5
The Supreme Court reserved its verdict on petitions challenging the Allahabad High Court's decision to overturn the Uttar Pradesh madrasa law. The high court deemed the law unconstitutional, but the Supreme Court emphasized the importance of regulating madrasas for national interest and preserving India's diverse cultural heritage.
State not empowered to frame rules for motor driving schools: HC
The Allahabad High Court invalidates a 2023 Uttar Pradesh government order outlining SOPs for private motor driving training schools, ruling that only the central government has the authority to regulate licensing and related activities under Section 27 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
Supreme Court upholds Delhi High Court ruling on DTC's arbitration award payment to Tata Motors
The Supreme Court rejected the Delhi Transport Corp's appeal against paying Tata Motors 18% interest annually on an arbitration award of Rs 327 crore. The Delhi High Court ruled Tata Motors deserved the principal amount and interest until realization. DTC argued it had already deposited Rs 340 crore.
Why defence frowns on social media
The Indian government has tightened social media rules for defence personnel, banning them from most platforms due to security concerns. This move aims to prevent enemy countries from gaining an edge. Officers must delete their accounts, and some have transferred profiles to family members. Official X accounts and WhatsApp are still allowed.
Delhi HC asks NHAI to decide representation over undue toll collection on highways
The Delhi High Court has directed the NHAI to address a representation concerning alleged improper toll fee collection and the installation of toll plazas on semi-built highway portions. Petitioner Anand Mishra claims this practice violates specific rules that bar toll collection on incomplete highways and within a 60-kilometer proximity.
Delhi High Court rejects plea of alleged Sukesh Chandrashekhar for transfer from Mandoli jail
Delhi High Court dismissed Sukesh Chandrashekhar's plea against his potential jail transfer from Mandoli, citing no compelling medical need. The court noted existing treatments can be continued in other jails and ordered a three-day notice before any transfer. A CBI probe into an extortion racket involving Chandrashekhar is ongoing.
RBI tells banks to take legal recourse in standoff with CBI
The Reserve Bank of India has advised banks to seek legal remedies in disputes with the CBI over fraud cases. This follows the Supreme Court's ruling that borrowers must be given a hearing before being classified as fraud. Banks argue this ruling should not apply retrospectively, while the CBI seeks clarity from the Supreme Court.
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