The Supreme Court on penalising farmers for stubble burning emphasised deterrent provisions, balancing environmental protection under Article 21 with livelihood concerns, and warned of mandamus if the Centre fails.
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SUPREME COURT ALLOWS LIMITED UNSTATED REASONS IN ORDERS
The Supreme Court held that unstated but evident reasons may justify administrative orders, creating a narrow exception to the speaking order doctrine while applying Article 14 and OTS Scheme.
SUPREME COURT UPHOLDS HUF KARTA SALE FOR MARRIAGE DEBTS
The Supreme Court upheld HUF Karta’s sale of family property for marriage debts, ruling such alienation valid as legal necessity under Hindu law, restoring Trial Court’s decision against High Court interference.
SUPREME COURT GRANTS FATHER CUSTODY IN INTERNATIONAL CHILD CUSTODY DISPUTE
The Supreme Court ruled in favour of the father in a high-profile India-UK custody dispute, emphasizing the child’s welfare above all else.
SUPREME COURT TO DECIDE VALIDITY OF RELIGIOUS CONVERSION LAWS
The Supreme Court of India will decide the validity of religious conversion laws by centralising High Court petitions, addressing constitutional challenges under Articles 14, 19, 21, and 25.
SUPREME COURT DIRECTS UGC ON CASTE DISCRIMINATION REGULATIONS
Supreme Court directs UGC to finalize caste discrimination regulations in 8 weeks, ensuring safeguards for marginalized students, grievance redressal, accountability, and stronger protection against harassment in campuses.