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Supreme Court Dismisses Appeal Against Introduction of Jyotir Vigyan in University Curriculum — Upholds UGC's Policy Decision....

The case involved a challenge to the University Grants Commission's (UGC) decision to introduce 'Jyotir Vigyan', a course in Vedic Astrology, into university curricula. The petitioners, including Dr. ...

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Supreme Court Addresses State Advised Cane Price and Regulatory Powers — Court clarifies the non-binding nature of the State advised cane price and the lack of statutory authority for price fixation. The U.P. Sugarcane (Regulation and Purchase) Act, 1953 does not empower the State Government to fix sugarcane prices....

The dispute involved the legal status of the 'State advised cane price' and the authority of the State Government to fix sugarcane prices under the U.P. Sugarcane (Regulation and Purchase) Act, 1953. ...

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Supreme Court Sets Aside High Court Directions on Police Procedures in Criminal Cases — Upholds Statutory Provisions. The High Court's interpretation of Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure was found to be erroneous, affecting the investigation process....

The case involved an appeal by the State against a High Court order that directed police procedures regarding the attendance of women accused/witnesses under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Proced...

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Supreme Court Allows Appeal for Refund of Deposited Amount in Environmental Case — High Court's Order Remitted for Fresh Consideration. The Supreme Court found that the High Court should reconsider the refund application in light of the withdrawal of the writ petition and compensation paid to affected residents....

The dispute arose from allegations against a manufacturing unit regarding the discharge of trade effluents. A writ petition was filed by a local resident, leading to the High Court appointing a commit...

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Supreme Court Dismisses Appeal on Classification of Textile Fabrics Under Central Excise Tariff Act Due to Lack of Permanent Stiffness. Classification Under Heading 52.06 Affirmed as Fabrics Did Not Meet Criteria for Heading 59.01....

The dispute arose regarding the classification of bleached sheeting manufactured by M/s Susma Textile Pvt. Ltd. under the Central Excise Tariff Act, 1985. The respondents claimed their product was cor...

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Supreme Court Upholds Educational Autonomy in Teacher Appointments — State's Role Limited. The court affirmed that while the state can regulate qualifications for teachers, it cannot infringe upon the administrative rights of aided institutions....

The case involved a dispute regarding the appointment of teachers in state-aided educational institutions in West Bengal. The Brahmo Samaj Education Society, representing the petitioners, challenged t...

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Supreme Court Refers Matter to Larger Bench in Religious Freedom Case — Review of Provisions Under Andhra Pradesh Charitable & Hindu Religious Institutions & Endowments Act, 1987....

The case involved a challenge to the Andhra Pradesh Charitable & Hindu Religious Institutions & Endowments Act, 1987, which abolished certain rights of religious office holders. Petitioners contended ...

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Supreme Court Discharges Contempt Notice in Civil Proceedings — No Breach of Undertaking Established. The court found that the right to seek adjudication does not amount to contempt under the Contempt of Court Act....

The case involved a contempt petition filed by Mrs. Mehar Rusi Dalal against T. K. Banerjee and others. The Supreme Court, presided over by Justices S. N. Variava and H. K. Sema, addressed the issue o...

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Supreme Court Partially Allows Appeal in Central Excise Duty Case — Clarifies Penalty Applicability. The court upheld the Tribunal's decision that Menthol did not qualify as a bulk drug for exemption under Notification No. 31/88-CE, but found the penalty under Section 11-A inappropriate due to legal ambiguities....

The case involved an appeal by a company engaged in the manufacture of Menthol and related products against a decision by the Collector of Central Excise, which imposed excise duty and a penalty for a...

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Supreme Court Allows Manufacturer in Excise Duty Dispute Over Battery Supplies to Defence Ministry. The assessable value of silver used in battery production was determined to be Rs. 2,500/- per kg based on the contract with MOD, not the market price....

The dispute arose between the manufacturer of silver oxide zinc batteries and the Commissioner of Central Excise regarding the excise duty applicable to batteries supplied to the Ministry of Defence (...