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Man dies in motor accident, family seeks Rs 2.25 crore in damages: Here's why SC fixes ‘fair’ compensation based on his ITR, sets a precedent

Manoranjan Pandey, who lost his life in the tragic accident in 2018, was the sole breadwinner of his family, according to the 2019 appeal filed in the Behrampur Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, and was running his own construction business and earning Rs 15 lakh per annum. Based on this, the…

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SC lays down guidelines on computation of income of motor accident victims

The Supreme Court has established new guidelines for determining motor accident compensation based on Income Tax Returns. For salaried individuals, only the previous year's ITR will be considered, while self-employed persons will have their average income from the last three years used. This aims to bring uniformity to compensation awards…

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Parents' support to wife doesn't relieve husband of maintenance duty: Allahabad HC

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a husband cannot deny maintenance to his wife simply because her parents offer financial help. The court emphasized that parental support is not the wife's income and doesn't absolve the husband of his legal duty. Allowing a wife's plea, the High Court increased…

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Police encounter in Bihar: SC junks plea seeking CBI probe, constitution of expert committee

The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea for an independent probe into the alleged "extra-judicial killing" of activist Bharat Bhushan Tiwari in a Bihar police encounter. Justices directed the petitioner to approach the Patna High Court. Tiwari's family claims he surrendered before being shot, while police stated they fired…

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Telangana government, SBI reach amicable solution to land row

Telangana government and State Bank of India have resolved a land dispute amicably. Following recent discussions, SBI has agreed to alternative land proposals made by the state, after a five-acre parcel in Raidurg became a point of contention. The bank will proceed after board approval, aiming for a swift conclusion…

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Homebuyer paid for a flat in a Delhi housing society in 2003, got delayed possession, sought compensation for delay; SC defends his right

The SC said that the homebuyer can make a claim for compensation for delayed possession. “The subsequent receipt of possession cannot, by itself, extinguish the right of the allottee to seek adjudication of a claim for compensation for the alleged delay,” the top court stated. The top court has also…

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Supreme Court: Plea seeks national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public occupancy premises

A Supreme Court plea urges the Centre and states to establish a national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public places like schools, hospitals, and hotels. The petition, filed after recent deadly fires in Delhi and Lucknow, calls for immediate safety audits and stricter enforcement to prevent future tragedies.…

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Homebuyer can seek compensation for delayed delivery after taking possession: SC

Homebuyers can pursue compensation for delayed flat delivery even after taking possession, the Supreme Court ruled. The apex court overturned a previous order that denied a buyer's consumer status post-possession. The court emphasized that a claim for delayed possession arises before delivery and subsequent acceptance doesn't negate the right to…

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West Bengal: SC allows petitioner to approach Calcutta HC with plea over exclusion from ration list

The Supreme Court has permitted a petitioner to take his plea to the Calcutta High Court, alleging that individuals excluded from West Bengal's special electoral roll revision are being removed from ration lists. The state's Food and Supplies Department initiated a verification drive to identify and delete ineligible Public Distribution…

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'We need doctors in this country', says SC; dismisses plea concerning fee structure

The Supreme Court has declined to intervene in a petition challenging exorbitant fees in Rajasthan's private medical colleges, stating the nation's urgent need for doctors. Justices noted that self-financing institutions cannot be expected to match government college fees. While acknowledging the high tuition, the court pointed to scholarship options, ultimately…

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SC bats for creation of young lawyers' professional assistance fund to stop 'brain drain'

The Supreme Court has called for a "Young Lawyers' Professional Assistance Fund" to combat the exodus of bright legal minds facing financial struggles. Recognizing the plight of new and first-generation lawyers, the court emphasized the need for support during their formative years. The bench also highlighted the critical infrastructure needs…

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Right to walk on demarcated footpath is fundamental right: SC

The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk on footpaths a fundamental right. This right takes precedence over motorised vehicles. The court emphasized that this right is integral to movement and life. Urban authorities have a duty to build and maintain safe footpaths. Citizens can seek legal remedies for…

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Sabarimala women entry issue resurfaces following ex-TDB chief's allegations

Alleged disclosures by former Travancore Devaswom Board president A Padmakumar have reignited the Sabarimala women's entry controversy. Reports suggest Padmakumar claimed he and a senior police officer were deliberately kept away from the temple premises on the day two women entered. He reportedly alleged a highly influential person orchestrated this.…

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Premarital sex is common today, can't be used to judge a person's character: SC

The Supreme Court has ruled that consensual premarital relationships between adults do not constitute moral turpitude. Overturning a Telangana government decision, the court allowed a police aspirant's recruitment, stating such relationships are common and shouldn't negatively impact character assessment. The bench emphasized sensitivity to changing social norms.

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Supreme Court issues notice to CBSE on plea to declare Class 12 improvement examination result

The SC has taken up a case involving a Saudi Arabian student. He seeks his Class 12 improvement exam results from the CBSE. The court has issued a notice to the CBSE. The student's career and higher education prospects are at stake. Examinations in several Gulf countries were cancelled due…

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Supreme Court: Court appointed amicus curiae seeks direction to MCD on action taken against illegal constructions

A court-appointed amicus curiae has approached the Supreme Court for urgent intervention. This follows a building collapse in Saidulajab, Delhi, which claimed lives. The amicus seeks directions for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to survey and act against illegal constructions. The court is also asked to direct a structural audit…

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Lawyers welcome SC’s AI rules against ‘algorithmic justice’

The Supreme Court has released a draft framework for AI in courts, aiming to balance innovation with judicial safeguards. The proposed regulations emphasise AI as an assistive tool, strictly prohibiting its use for decision-making, adjudication, or sentencing, while encouraging its adoption for administrative efficiency and access to justice.

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25 years after father went missing, family seeks compassionate appointment for job; HC rejects plea due to delay

A family's plea for a job based on compassionate appointment after 25 years has been rejected. The Patna High Court ruled that such appointments are for immediate financial relief. The court stated that a long delay significantly diminishes the purpose of the scheme. The family's claim was dismissed as it…

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SC to examine whether married daughter's son can claim compassionate employment benefits

The Supreme Court will now consider if a married daughter's son can receive government rehabilitation employment. This follows a recent ruling that a dependent married daughter is eligible for such benefits. The court has asked the Chhattisgarh government for a response. A petitioner claims the state previously granted similar employment…

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Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi 'ruined education system for past 12 years' after NEET aspirant's suicide

Rahul Gandhi has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the alleged suicide of a NEET aspirant. Gandhi stated that India's youth are suffering due to the Prime Minister's alleged damage to the education system over the last 12 years. The NEET-UG examination faced cancellation amid paper leak allegations. A…

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Can govt employee be terminated from service for suppressing higher qualification: SC to examine

The Supreme Court will review a Telangana High Court ruling. The ruling upheld the termination of a Scheduled Tribe employee for not disclosing higher qualifications. The employee was 'intermediate pass' but applied for a 'tenth pass' job. The court noted that higher qualifications should not be a ground for disqualification.…

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NEET paper leak: Delhi court extends judicial custody of 5 accused till June 15

A Delhi court has extended the judicial custody of five individuals accused in the NEET paper leak case. Their custody will now continue until June 15. The Central Bureau of Investigation is handling the investigation. The National Testing Agency had previously cancelled the May 3 NEET exam due to paper…

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CBSE detected around 20 answer-sheet mix-up cases on OSM portal: Sources

Central Board of Secondary Education's new digital answer sheet evaluation process encountered challenges. Around 20 answer sheets were mixed up, and nearly 13,000 required manual review due to scanning quality. Experts are now working to improve the system.

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Not a purge, a protection: SC backs EC’s voter drive as a democratic shield

In a judgement that clearly reaffirms some core tenets of election laws in India, the Supreme Court has upheld the validity of the Election Commission of India’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. It is one of the most important election-law rulings since Lakshmi Charan Sen v. A.K.M. Hassan Uzzaman (1985).…

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