Kolkata Teachers Protest Supreme Court Ruling on Job Terminations

By BPN News Desk April 11, 2025

East India State News

In Kolkata, hundreds of school teachers and non-teaching staff have taken to the streets in protest after the Supreme Court upheld a verdict that invalidated the appointments of 25,753 individuals recruited through the 2016 School Service Commission (SSC) process. The apex court’s decision

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Supreme Court Orders ₹50 Lakh Compensation for Arbitrary Demolitions

By BPN News Desk April 2, 2025

The Supreme Court has ordered the Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA) to pay ₹10 lakh each to five residents whose homes were unlawfully demolished in March 2021, totaling ₹50 lakh in compensation. Calling the actions “inhuman” and “shocking,” the Court sharply criticized the PDA for violating citizens’ right to shelter and due process

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Supreme Court Allows Adani’s Dharavi Redevelopment Amid Legal Challenge

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2025

India’s Supreme Court has declined to impose a stay on the Dharavi redevelopment project awarded to the Adani Group, despite legal objections raised by Dubai-based Seclink Technologies Corp. The court has issued notices to Adani Properties, the Maharashtra government, and Seclink Technologies, requesting their responses to the ongoing dispute. Background of the

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Supreme Court Affirms Eligibility of Visually Impaired Candidates for Judiciary

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2025

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has ruled that visually impaired individuals cannot be barred from serving as judges, emphasizing that disability should not hinder one’s eligibility for judicial positions. This decision underscores the importance of inclusivity and equal opportunity within the judiciary. Striking Down Discriminatory Provisions The Court

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Breaking Down The News: Explaining The Supreme Court Rules That a Child Born in Marriage Is Legally the Husband’s Even If the Wife Had an Affair

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed that a child born during a valid marriage is presumed to be the husband’s child, even if the wife had relations with another man. This presumption can only be overturned if it is conclusively proven that the husband had no access to his wife at the time of […]

Education

Supreme Court Strikes Down Domicile-Based Medical College Quotas

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled that domicile-based reservations in postgraduate medical colleges are unconstitutional, declaring such policies as discriminatory and against the principles of equal opportunity. The verdict ensures a more uniform and merit-based admission process for aspiring medical professionals across the country. “Domicile-Based Quotas Declared

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Supreme Court Dismisses Application Related to Hindenburg-Adani Case

By BPN News Desk January 27, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed an application filed in connection with the Hindenburg-Adani controversy. The court stated it could not intervene further in the matter, emphasizing that the legal and regulatory processes must take their course. This decision comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of the allegations raised in the Hindenburg report, which had earlier […]

Finance

Supreme Court Allows Banks to Impose 30% Interest on Credit Card Dues

By BPN News Desk December 27, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has permitted banks to charge interest rates of up to 30% annually on unpaid credit card dues. This ruling reinforces the autonomy of financial institutions while emphasizing the need for transparency in credit card terms for consumers. Key Ruling Details The court’s decision came after extensive deliberations on the reasonableness […]

Law & Order

Supreme Court: Directors Not Personally Liable for Dishonored Company Cheques

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2024

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has clarified that directors of a company cannot be held personally liable under the Negotiable Instruments Act if a cheque issued by the company is dishonored. This decision offers a crucial interpretation of corporate and legal accountability, shielding directors from personal prosecution in such cases. Ruling […]

Finance

Supreme Court Removes 30% Cap on Credit Card Late Payment Interest

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2024

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has removed the 30% per annum interest cap previously imposed on late credit card bill payments. The ruling provides financial institutions greater autonomy in determining interest rates on overdue payments, sparking widespread discussion in the financial and consumer sectors. Interest Rate Regulation Left to Banks The