Rajasthan High Court dismisses plea challenging demolition drive on encroachments in Ummed Sagar Dam catchment area
“The petitioners are, undisputedly, encroachers and, therefore, no indulgence can be granted by this Court.”
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Supreme Court Roundup November 2024 | Material Resources of Community; AMU Verdict; Unilateral Appointment of Arbitrators; Bulldozer Action; Yamuna Expressway; and more
November 2024 saw significant developments in the Supreme Court, with the elevation of Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the 51st Chief Justice of India; and landmark rulings on material resources of the community and minority status of AMU.
Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice B.R. Gavai
Recapitulating the career trajectory of eminent Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice B.R Gavai, who is in line to become only the second Chief Justice of India belonging to Scheduled Caste category after Justice K.G. Balakrishnan.
Bulldozer actions against properties for simply being an accused or convict, unconstitutional; Executive cannot be a Judge and demolish properties: SC
“For an average citizen, the construction of a house is often the culmination of years of hard work, dreams, and aspirations. A house is not just a property but embodies the collective hopes of a family or individuals for stability, security, and a future. Having a house or a roof over one’s head gives satisfaction to any person. If this is to be taken away, then the authority must be satisfied that this is the only option available.”
No demolition across country till Oct 1 without SC’s permission: SC directs against bulldozer action
“The said direction would not be applicable if there is an unauthorized structure in any public place and also to cases where there is an order for demolition made by a Court.”
[Bulldozer action against accused] SC to frame pan-India guidelines against demolition of property of accused
The Court sought suggestions from all the parties, which can be considered in framing appropriate guidelines.