Justice Joymala Bagchi Archives

Supreme Court directs NIA to submit report on applicability of UAPA in Beldanga violence; Calcutta High Court to assess report

In the present case, the Government of India directed the NIA to investigate a FIR filed by West Bengal Police under multiple laws. The State argued that, even without investigation or supporting material, the order itself claimed the FIR allegations fall under Section 15(1)(a) of Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.

Case Briefs Supreme Court

Supreme Court quashes Bihar Rule mandating mutation proof for property registration; highlights deficiencies in land registration system

Technological advancement such as blockchain design could integrate cadastral maps, survey data, and revenue records into a single verifiable framework, which, while maintaining a transparent audit trail, is accessible to multiple departments and the public.

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Board of Councilors have discretion to reduce interest amount’; Calcutta High Court upholds waiver of 50% interest on property tax

The Calcutta High Court did not permit raising the issue of non-service of bills belatedly at the appellate stage to avoid liability of taxpayer.