Transportation and Storage) Rules 2022 Archives

Seized Vehicle Worth ₹20 Lakh Released: MP HC Finds Prima Facie Case That Rule 18 MP Mineral Rules Exceeds Central Act’s Fine Limit

The Court granted interim relief to the petitioner by directing the respondents to release the vehicle seized by them in an illegal mining case against the petitioner as the seizure enabling Rules were challenged on the ground of being ultra vires to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957.

illegal mineral transport Bangladesh border

Case Briefs High Courts

Prima facie illegal mining and transport of minerals: Meghalaya HC takes suo motu cognizance; issues interim safeguards

“Mining operations are expected to follow approved plans, which include environmental mitigation, ensuring sustainability, i.e., scientific and planned utilisation of resources.”

mechanical exercise of Quasi-Judicial Powers

Case Briefs High Courts

“Quasi-judicial powers to be exercised with care, not mechanically”; Madhya Pradesh High Court quashes wrongful forfeiture

“When there are provisions for imposing a heavy fine on a quasi-judicial officer, it is expected that they would decide the matter in a judicial manner”