Articles by Utkarsh Anand
‘God’s own man’: Justice CT Ravikumar bids farewell to Supreme Court
Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna praised Justice Ravikumar’s calm and composed demeanour on the bench, and also his humility, integrity and judicial acumen.
Published on Jan 03, 2025 11:41 AM IST
Right to property is a human and constitutional right: SC
The court pointed out that Article 300A still protects individuals from being dispossessed of their property without legal authority.
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 07:24 AM IST
Tribunals can restore property to abandoned parents, says SC
The ruling, aimed at safeguarding the rights of elderly citizens, came as the top court quashed a gift deed and restored property to a mother whose son had neglected her and his father after receiving the property.
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 07:12 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, New Delhi
Delhi: SC clears path for WtE plant in Narela-Bawana
The judgment addresses a significant legal question about MCD’s authority to set tariffs for electricity generated by its WtE plants
Updated on Jan 03, 2025 05:08 AM IST
SC tags Owaisi’s plea for Places of Worship Act enforcement with pending cases
Muslim groups, including the Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, argue that striking down the 1991 Act would undermine communal harmony and destabilise the country’s social fabric
Published on Jan 02, 2025 11:35 AM IST
Supreme Court in 2024: A year of landmark verdicts and key developments
The year 2025 will see three CJIs, even as the Supreme Court is poised to adjudicate upon key issues
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 06:22 AM IST
Identity politics, divisive ideologies eroding national unity’: SC judge Mishra
Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra was speaking at the inaugural session of the national council meeting of the Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad in Gujarat on Friday
Published on Dec 29, 2024 01:12 PM IST
Supreme Court sets Dec 31 deadline to hospitalise Jagjit Singh Dallewal
The top court has warned that it would take strict action against the state chief secretary and DGP if its directions are not followed
Updated on Dec 29, 2024 01:35 AM IST
SC raps Punjab, questions law-and-order breakdown over farmer leader’s health
The Supreme Court stressed that no protest could justify the endangerment of human life and berated the government for appearing to tacitly support Dallewal’s prolonged hunger strike
Published on Dec 28, 2024 02:05 PM IST
SC questions Punjab’s commitment to save fasting farmer leader’s life
The Supreme Court had earlier warned Punjab in a December 20 order, underscoring the state’s constitutional duty to protect Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s life.
Updated on Dec 27, 2024 12:29 PM IST
SC collegium breaks tradition, meets HC judgeship candidates
The development comes after a recent controversy involving an Allahabad high court judge’s contentious remarks at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) event.
Updated on Dec 24, 2024 05:01 AM IST
Journey more important than reaching CJI milestone, says Justice Nagarathna
Justice Nagarathna highlighted her commitment to the role and the profound influence of her father, justice Venkataramiah — the 19th CJI, on her judicial philosophy
Published on Dec 23, 2024 11:36 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, Bengaluru
Institutions can’t be retirement homes for judges: Justice Narasimha
Justice PS Narasimha emphasised the vital role of fourth branch institutions like the ECI and CAG in democracy, urging their reinvigoration and accountability.
Updated on Dec 23, 2024 10:13 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, Bengaluru
Justice, Constitution align with more women on the bench: Justice BV Nagarathna
Justice BV Nagarathna reflects on her father's legacy and her upcoming role as India's first woman CJI, discussing women's evolving role in the judiciary.
Updated on Dec 23, 2024 06:27 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, Bengaluru
Supreme Court rejects 30% cap on late credit card payments: All about the case
A bench of justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma set aside the NCDRC’s decision, which had declared such high rates to be an unfair trade practice.
Updated on Dec 21, 2024 08:44 AM IST
Govt must set labour standards, not exploit workers: SC
The judgment highlighted how exploitative practices in the gig economy, marked by temporary and unstable work arrangements, are increasingly mirrored in government employment practices.
Updated on Dec 21, 2024 07:20 AM IST
Supreme Courts upholds decision barring toll collection on DND flyway
The bench reprimanded the Noida authority for enabling a toll company to “defraud” and “exploit” commuters through an arbitrarily drafted agreement.
Updated on Dec 21, 2024 04:48 AM IST
Supreme Court upholds decision to scrap toll collection on DND Flyway
The SC found that Noida Toll Bridge Company Ltd (NTBCL) had already recovered both the cost of constructing the flyway and a reasonable profit since the expressway opened in 2001
Published on Dec 20, 2024 11:34 AM IST
Supreme Court calls for property rights parity for tribal women
The court was hearing an appeal challenging a 2019 decision of the Chhattisgarh high court, disallowing a plea by persons who were members of the Sawara tribe.
Published on Dec 20, 2024 09:05 AM IST
Can’t seek alimony as means to equalise wealth: Supreme Court
On Thursday, the court dissolved the union and directed the husband to pay ₹12 crore as permanent alimony to the wife.
Updated on Dec 20, 2024 04:49 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, New Delhi
SC tells UP, Haryana to ban firecrackers
A bench of justices Abhay S Oka and AG Masih emphasised that Delhi’s ban on firecrackers would be rendered ineffective unless neighbouring NCR states adopted similar prohibitions
Updated on Dec 20, 2024 05:48 AM IST
Review all pleas for chopping 50+ trees in Delhi: Top court to CEC
A bench comprising justices Abhay S Oka and AG Masih delivered the ruling after scrutinising the lapses in enforcing the provisions of the 1994 Act, which it said is meant to preserve trees rather than permit their indiscriminate felling
Updated on Dec 20, 2024 05:10 AM IST
‘This is shameful’: SC criticises 3,000 tonne shortfall in treatment of Delhi’s solid waste
The Supreme Court criticized Delhi's government for 3,000 tonnes of untreated waste daily, demanding compliance with waste management rules and accountability.
Updated on Dec 20, 2024 05:12 AM IST
Disrobing of women a blot on constitutional spirit, says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court also castigated the Patna high court and the Bihar government for allowing the trial in the case to remain stayed
Published on Dec 19, 2024 09:12 PM IST
SC declines to block ‘Dharam Sansad’, asks UP authorities to monitor for hate speech
‘Dharam Sansad’ is organised in Ghaziabad by Yati Narasinghanand - a controversial figure known for making communally sensitive remarks
Published on Dec 19, 2024 03:05 PM IST
Coconut oil ‘edible’, to invite tax cut: SC ruling on small packs
The judgment comes as a relief to manufacturers and consumers alike, bringing clarity to a protracted tax dispute.
Updated on Dec 19, 2024 05:32 AM IST
SC slams Punjab over ‘inhumane’ treatment of state’s home guards
The court underscored the need for the state government to adopt a humane and realistic approach rather than a purely legalistic one.
Updated on Dec 19, 2024 07:24 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, New Delhi
Supreme Court issues rules to curb illegal constructions
The bench upheld a demolition order for an illegal structure in Meerut, urging "iron hand" action against violations in a significant judgment.
Updated on Dec 19, 2024 04:50 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, New Delhi
Fast-unto-death: SC warns Punjab over farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s health
The SC bench said that judicial intervention aimed to amplify farmers’ concerns, ensuring their voices were heard “loud and clear” by all stakeholders.
Updated on Dec 18, 2024 03:31 PM IST
Justice Yadav appears before SC collegium after controversial remarks
Justice Yadav’s statements were seen as targeting the Muslim community and invoked themes of majority rule, raising concerns about judicial impartiality and propriety.
Updated on Dec 18, 2024 07:04 AM IST
Utkarsh Anand, New Delhi