The Supreme Court of India has ruled that toll collection on the Delhi-Noida Direct (DND) flyway is illegal, upholding an Allahabad High Court order. The court deemed the continued toll collection unjust enrichment for the private company, NTBCL, already having recouped its costs. This decision offers relief to millions of commuters and sets a significant precedent for future infrastructure projects.
The Supreme Court of India recently suggested that judges should adopt a life of asceticism, abstaining from social media and public commentary on judgments to uphold impartiality. This follows a case involving the termination of two judicial officers in Madhya Pradesh, sparking a debate on work-life balance and the potential violation of fundamental rights.
The Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could fundamentally reshape women’s sports and sex-segregated spaces. The Biden administration’s position threatens to dismantle decades of legal precedent protecting women’s athletic opportunities and safe spaces, raising serious concerns about fairness, safety, and the very definition of sex-based rights.
The Supreme Court of India has delivered two landmark judgments, limiting the National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) authority to impose penalties based on company revenue. These rulings highlight systemic flaws within the NGT and spark calls for reform to ensure fairness and consistency in environmental violation cases.
The Supreme Court has temporarily declined to intervene in the Calcutta High Court’s decision granting the Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE) an extension until February 2025 to comply with SEBI’s 2012 Exit Policy. This decision comes despite SEBI’s concerns about the CSE’s alleged manipulative practices and non-compliance. The court will review the CSE’s progress in March 2025.
The Supreme Court of India expressed concerns over the swift reinstatement of Tamil Nadu Minister V. Senthil Balaji to his ministerial post just days after being granted bail in a money laundering case. The court will examine concerns about witness independence and the potential for undue influence.
The Supreme Court has urged petitioners challenging a lower court’s order allowing a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal to seek redressal in the High Court. Prioritizing peace and harmony, the apex court ensured swift action, promising to list any related petition within three days of filing.
The Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid Committee has appealed to the Supreme Court against a lower court’s order for a mosque survey, which resulted in deadly violence. The Supreme Court will hear the case on November 29th. The petition argues the survey violated the Places of Worship Act and caused unnecessary unrest.
The Supreme Court of India has called for a creative revision of guidelines for handling unruly air passengers, sparked by the recent Air India urination incident. This follows intense public scrutiny and demands for stronger accountability in the aviation sector.
The Supreme Court of India has directed the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to urgently review the closure of schools in Delhi-NCR, citing concerns about students missing mid-day meals and the limitations of online learning. While maintaining GRAP IV restrictions for now, the court is seeking updated AQI data and exploring potential relaxations.
