The Court further observed that once imports have been made with valid permissions, they cannot later be treated as illegal merely because objections are raised subsequently. “We also note that once an import has been effected under valid permission, the same cannot subsequently be treated as prohibited…merely because the objections were raised thereafter,” the Bench … Read more
Before the top court, the Union government and the State of Mizoram argued that the petition should be dismissed because it challenged actions taken nearly six decades earlier. The Supreme Court, however, decided to examine the case on merits, despite the delay. The Court said delay alone cannot bar a petition under Article 32 (enabling … Read more
In its judgment, the Court placed on record its appreciation for the care given by Rana’s family over the past thirteen years. The Bench noted that despite the severity of his condition, his parents and siblings had continued to care for him with dedication and compassion. “Throughout the adjudication of this matter, we have been … Read more
The affidavit also provides a detailed account of movable and immovable assets held by Singhvi and his family. The disclosures include bank deposits, investments in shares and mutual funds, loans and advances, vehicles, jewellery and other valuables. It lists jewellery worth ₹2.40 crore held by Singhvi, and ₹157.53 crore held by his wife. The value … Read more
During the hearing, the counsel for the wife told the Court that she had made two proposals in an attempt to end the dispute. “I had made two offers. One, I may be paid a sum of ₹12,000 per month for the rest of my life with annual increase. Alternatively, I may be given a … Read more
The new plea challenges a passage at Page 62 of Social and Political Life – III, in a chapter dealing with the role of the judiciary and the right to livelihood. The sentence states that “recent judgments tend to view the slum dweller as an encroacher in the city.” According to the petitioner, this statement … Read more
The final issue concerned Muslim prayers at the Nellithoppu area. Some petitioners had complained that such gatherings led to overcrowding, littering and the presence of non-vegetarian food, affecting the sanctity of the hillock and inconveniencing Hindu devotees who used the same pathway to reach nearby temples. The High Court held that overcrowding by itself could … Read more
Supreme Court removes SHO from duty for using ‘stock witnesses’ in multiple cases Bar and Bench In Madhya Pradesh, Cop’s Cook, Driver Turn Witness In Over 100 Cases NDTV ‘Pocket witnesses’ racket surfaces in MP’s Mauganj; cop shifted as probe ordered into 150 cases The New Indian Express The usual suspects? Same 6 testify as MP government witnesses … Read more
The judge further noted that two containers of good-quality biscuits were already available in the cupboard. Despite being aware of this, the staffer intentionally chose to serve stale and spoiled dalmoth, which was unfit for consumption and should have been discarded. “I asked you to bring the biscuits again, but instead of bringing the biscuits, … Read more
The bar body has alleged that the same was done in a clandestine manner by administering the oath in his office instead of holding a formal public ceremony. Condemning the act, the Bar Secretary passed a resolution on Saturday stating that the oath was in violation of the Constitution and therefore, the members of the … Read more