Meghalaya High Court expands PIL on cremation facilities to address need for Christian cemeteries
The PIL was filed regarding the facilitation of the cremation of persons belonging to the Khasi, Jaintia and Hindu communities throughout the State.
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Bombay HC dismisses PIL alleging illegality in the tender process for providing ambulances for Emergency Response Service
The State Government is required to follow the guidelines laid down by National Health Mission Conditionalities Framework 2022-2024 and increase the number of ambulances as per the population norms.
Advocate General can represent any autonomous body/Corporation of State or charge independent professional fees: MP High Court
The Court did not find “any illegality prima facie in the case of engaging lawyers by the autonomous body i.e. MPNRC and paying the professional fees as per their norms.”
Section 4 RTI Act | Gauhati HC directs State to complete enrollment of Public Information Officers and other Departments on RTI portals
In 2023, the Supreme Court issued directions for all High Courts to facilitate the supply of information through online web portals and for all incidental purposes connected with the implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2005.
Rajasthan High Court issues direction for Aviation Infrastructure Development in Jodhpur
“Despite being a historically significant city and a tourist destination, Jodhpur airport remains limited in capacity, with fewer direct flights to and from the major cities. This lack of efficient air travel options makes it less accessible as compared to other major cities of the country, limiting business as well as tourism potential.”
‘No cutting of trees unless imminently dangerous’; Meghalaya HC issues directions to State on manner for processing tree felling applications
The Court directed the State to instruct every applicant to append an annexure to the form, in explanation of the reason: “has become dangerous to life and property”, and show details how the tree has become dangerous to life and property.
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“Time is a valuable Resource’; MP High Court directs for policy review in PIL against ‘displaying long advertisements in movie theatres’
The Court acknowledged the concerns raised by the petitioner, however, asserted that the “issue at present is not ripe for adjudication before this Court.”
Madhya Pradesh High Court gives green flag for removal of BRTS Corridor in Indore
“Huge increase in volume of traffic and everyday traffic congestion in both sides of the BRTS Corridor persuaded the Expert Committee to conclude that BRTS Corridor has lost its utility in the present-day scenario.”
Telangana HC rejects PIL challenging prohibition on candidates with more than 2 children from contesting panchayat elections; imposes Rs. 25,000 costs
“If certain persons were held to be ineligible to contest the election having more than two children, such persons may be ‘persons aggrieved’ and could have assailed that decision in an independent capacity and not as a PIL.”
‘Sovereign function of free medical aid not discharged by State’; P&H HC seeks explanation on lack of doctors, CT scan & MRI facilities at Civil Hospital
The Court stated that the State’s affidavit showed the dismal picture of incumbency and vacant positions in the Hospital as only two Medical Officers were posted against 39 sanctioned posts.
Gauhati High Court directs Assam to survey & protect Ahom Dynasty historical monuments
Illegal coal mining was being done by coal smugglers destroying the historical Tipam Hills, hence, the Court directed for Continuous monitoring of Tipam Hills for illegal coal mining.
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“PIL filed to settle personal score, no illegality in construction of shopping complex”; MP High Court imposes ₹25,000/- cost
“The petitioner has unnecessarily given the negative publicity of this matter against the Panchayat has resulted into delay of sale of the shops.”
Manipur High Court seeks report from State on making public buildings accessible to PwD and elderly persons
A PIL was instituted before the Manipur High Court seeking direction to make public buildings accessible to disabled and elderly people by providing Ramps & Toilets.
Meghalaya HC directs for 2-hour ‘Incognito’ inspections on weighbridges during peak traffic over allegations of mismanagement & loss of revenue
“Only in cases of gross failure of the administrative machinery causing injury to the public at large who are unable to obtain any redress except with the intervention of the Court, should the Court intervene and this dividing line should be strictly maintained.”
Supreme Court issues notice on PIL for security of tenure & protection to POSH Committee members in private sector
The PIL raised concerns that members of Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) [constituted under Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013] do not have protection from arbitrary and retaliatory actions such as arbitrary termination at private workplaces.
‘Street Dogs pose a menace to the public’: Meghalaya HC directs State to acquire dog shelters for vaccinated and sterilized stray dogs
“There is an absolute need for the Municipal Board to acquire a shelter where these street dogs can be kept.”
Gauhati HC directs filing of affidavit regarding availability of Blood Banks and Blood Storage Units in 17 districts of State of Nagaland
The issue raised is of substantial importance particularly to those residing in rural areas and not having access to adequate and sufficient medical and health necessities by way of hospitals and other ancillary facilities offered in those hospitals.
Ban manufacturing, marketing & use of plastic with less than 120-micron: Meghalaya HC directs State
“Research and experience have shown that these plastic products have some very adverse impact on the eco-system and environment. Plastic waste cannot be easily recycled or safely destroyed. It causes waste management problems.”