The Latest Breaking News from Bench

The High Court of Karnataka on Monday accepted the action plans submitted by the Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) for prevention and removal of encroachments of storm-water drains and lakes by fixing responsibility on the designated officers and timeline for taking various steps.

Justice M. Laxman of Telangana High Court on Monday appointed Advocate Commissioner to record evidence of nine government officials in the election petition filed by a civilian challenging election of Minister V. Srinivas Goud from Mahbubnagar constituency in the 2018 Assembly polls.

The Supreme Court gave liberty to those affected by the eviction to prove their ownership of the land by adverse possession in a civil court. They must prove continuous possession of the property for at least 12 years to establish a claim.

TNPCB has formed a 5-member committee to probe pollution risks around NLCIL. The report found high levels of mercury, selenium, and flouride in drinking water from 20 locations. Visible deposition of pollutants of coal dust and fly ash caused respiratory issues, kidney disease, hair fall, and skin problems. Water samples…

In a time of the unpredictable impact of climate change events, conservation of the Himalayan region is vital

Supreme Court seeks Centre's response on plea by Puducherry-based liquor outlet to clarify minimum distance from religious/educational institutions in municipal areas. Petitioner argued confusion prevails in many States, including Puducherry, and its establishment is facing closure. Petitioner urged SC to clarify position on minimum distance for liquor establishments.

The Southern Bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has raised doubts on a pesticide and insecticide unit in Tiruvallur district that may have been operating without necessary approvals

Karnataka HC commutes death penalty of Saibanna to life sentence due to inordinate delay in mercy plea process & illegal solitary confinement for 10 yrs. Liberty to submit application for remission to State govt.

Desilting of waterbodies must not be allowed without green nod if dredged sand is sold: NGT