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The Karnataka High Court has quashed an order to return nine dogs to their owner accused of cruelty, emphasizing animal rights as integral to constitutional morality.
The Karnataka High Court upheld the Karnataka Information Commission's disciplinary actions against BDA Secretary Shivakumar CL, stressing the importance of accountability in public administration.
The Bombay High Court dismissed an LLM student's plea, emphasizing the need for discipline in legal practice. It criticized her reckless allegations against her university and peers, warning future lawyers against engaging in scurrilous litigation.
The Supreme Court has declined to entertain a petition from a Himachal Pradesh judge challenging the Collegium's recommendation for judicial appointments. The court ruled that entertaining such a petition would open unnecessary legal avenues.
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court questioning the legality of Deepak Prakash's reappointment as a Bihar Minister despite his unelected status. The case raises important constitutional questions about ministerial appointments.
The Allahabad High Court criticized the UP Police for acting beyond their mandate in private property disputes, asserting that criminal law must adhere to statutory definitions and cannot be misapplied.
The Tamil Nadu government plans to withdraw its review application regarding a DVAC case against DMK leader KN Nehru. The Madras High Court has restrained further proceedings in the case until June 23.
The Allahabad High Court clarified that the pendency of a stay application does not suspend operative court orders, stressing the necessity of compliance until specifically stayed.
The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) has filed a Public Interest Litigation in the Delhi High Court regarding alleged irregularities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking system affecting class 12 evaluations.
The Supreme Court collegium has recommended Senior Advocate KV Viswanathan for appointment as a Supreme Court judge, which could make him the fourth Chief Justice of India elevated directly from the bar.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the elevation of four Chief Justices and one Senior Advocate to the Supreme Court, a step reflecting ongoing judicial restructuring and capacity expansion.
The Central government has approved the appointment of five judges to the Supreme Court, including four Chief Justices and Senior Advocate V Mohana, following an increase in the court's sanctioned strength. This marks a significant expansion in the judiciary's capabilities.
The Kerala High Court has quashed an order denying input tax credit, ruling that taxpayers who filed their returns within the extended cut-off date are entitled to the credit under Section 16(5). This decision clarifies statutory entitlements regarding timely filings.