Gujarat High Court disposes of PIL challenging environmental clearances to Deendayal Port Authority

The Gujarat High Court has disposed of a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the environmental and Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearances granted to Deendayal Port Authority for two projects.  The…

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BCI urges Chief Justice DY Chandrachud to act on rising incidents of mistreatment of advocates by judges, suggest mental health evaluation

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has requested the Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud to take action on the growing incidents of mistreatment of advocates by judges during court…

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Delhi High Court seeks Delhi Police reply on plea to allow Sonam Wangchuk, others to protest at Jantar Mantar

The Delhi High Court today sought response of the Delhi Police to a plea seeking permission for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and others to hold a protest at Jantar Mantar…

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Gujarat High Court directs Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation to rehabilitate slum-dwellers

In a significant verdict, the Gujarat High Court has directed the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation to ensure the rehabilitation of slum-dwellers in Piranana Chhapra, Behrampura, in accordance with the 2010 Regulations…

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Gauhati High Court dismisses PIL challenging Mizoram govt’s selection of tender bids

The Gauhati High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) filed  challenging the Mizoram government’s selection of private respondents for certain works.  The petitioner alleged that the government ignored…

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