Supreme Court Issues Notice To UP Authorities In Contempt Petition Over Part-Demolition Of Mosque; Stays Further Demolition
1 month ago

Supreme Court Issues Notice To UP Authorities In Contempt Petition Over Part-Demolition Of Mosque; Stays Further Demolition

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today issued notice on a contempt petition filed against Uttar Pradesh authorities for alleged violation of judgment dated November 13, 2024 restraining demolition actions across the country without prior notice and opportunity of hearing.A bench of Justices BR Gavai and AG Masih passed the order, stating,"It is submitted that the structure in question was constructed on. The Supreme Court today issued notice on a contempt petition filed against Uttar Pradesh authorities for alleged violation of judgment dated November 13, 2024 restraining demolition actions across the country without prior notice and opportunity of hearing. Senior Advocate Huzefa Ahmadi however claimed that in the present case, there was "egregious" contempt of the Court's November 13 judgment, as till date, no demolition notice has been issued in respect of the demolished structure, there is an absolute sanction in place, and there was a report from the concerned SDM that the construction was in accordance with law. Though notice was issued in the present case, earlier this month, the top Court disposed of another contempt petition filed against UP authorities for alleged violation of order dated November 13, 2024, while granting liberty to the petitioner to approach Allahabad High Court.

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High Court raps Thane civic body for not demolishing illegal mosque
3 days, 8 hours ago

High Court raps Thane civic body for not demolishing illegal mosque

India Today  

The Bombay High Court has pulled up the Thane Municipal Corporation for stopping the demolition of an unauthorised mosque in its jurisdiction following resistance from a mob. The court noted that the Thane Municipal Corporation had identified the unauthorised construction during an inspection on January 1. Expressing displeasure over the Thane Municipal Corporation's delay, the High Court observed that officials …

'Will Order Reconstruction At Your Cost' : Supreme Court Criticises UP Govt For Demolishing Houses Of Lawyer, Professor & 3 Others
2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Will Order Reconstruction At Your Cost' : Supreme Court Criticises UP Govt For Demolishing Houses Of Lawyer, Professor & 3 Others

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for demolishing the houses of a lawyer, a professor, and three others in Prayagraj. A bench of Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice N Kotiswar Singh expressed strong disapproval, stating that such actions send a “shocking and wrong signal.” Justice Oka added, “there is something called as Article 21.” Justice …

Something called Article 21: Supreme Court raps UP government for 2021 demolition
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Something called Article 21: Supreme Court raps UP government for 2021 demolition

India Today  

“There is something called Article 21 and the right to shelter,” the Supreme Court said on Wednesday while calling out the Uttar Pradesh Government for the demolition of structures situated in a compound at Lukerganj, Prayagraj, in 2021. The top court also pointed out that a coordinate bench of the Supreme Court had previously passed a judgment regarding bulldozer justice. …

'Approach HC': Supreme Court Refuses To Entertain Contempt Petition Alleging Illegal Demolition Of Accused Persons' Houses In Gujarat
2 weeks, 3 days ago

'Approach HC': Supreme Court Refuses To Entertain Contempt Petition Alleging Illegal Demolition Of Accused Persons' Houses In Gujarat

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today refused to entertain a petition assailing demolition action stated to have been carried out by Ahmedabad authorities against houses of persons accused of crimes in violation of the Court's November 13 judgment.A bench of Justices BR Gavai and AG Masih passed the order, asking the petitioner, who claimed that the authorities were guilty of contempt of …

Court slams 'build first, regularise later' approach, rejects plea over demolition
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Court slams 'build first, regularise later' approach, rejects plea over demolition

India Today  

The Bombay High Court criticised the "widespread belief" that illegal constructions can be regularised after they are built, expressing concern over the proliferation of such structures. Rejecting a petition which sought to overturn the demolition of a property and demanded Rs 5 crore in compensation, the court asserted that if these petitions are entertained, "there would be utter lawlessness". Justices …

Why shouldn't we initiate contempt proceedings? Top court to UP on mosque razing
1 month ago

Why shouldn't we initiate contempt proceedings? Top court to UP on mosque razing

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Monday issued a contempt notice to Uttar Pradesh officials over the demolition of the Madni Mosque in Kushinagar, after a petition claimed that the demolition violated a prior court order. The petition argued that the mosque was razed despite the Supreme Court’s November 13, 2024, ruling, which barred demolitions without prior notice and a hearing. Earlier, …

Telangana HC halts Sunday demolitions in Koheda
1 month, 1 week ago

Telangana HC halts Sunday demolitions in Koheda

New Indian Express  

HYDERABAD: Citing procedural lapses and lack of reasonable opportunity to affected parties, Justice K Lakshman of the Telangana High Court on Sunday restrained the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency from proceeding with the demolition of properties at Koheda village, Abdullahpurmet mandal, Rangareddy district. Petitioner’s counsel E Venkata Siddhartha argued that the notice not only allowed insufficient time for …

Uttar Pradesh: Illegally constructed portion of Madni mosque in Kushinagar demolished
1 month, 1 week ago

Uttar Pradesh: Illegally constructed portion of Madni mosque in Kushinagar demolished

India TV News  

An illegally constructed mosque is demolished on Sunday in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar. Security forces deployed Authorities, including Circle Officer Kundan Singh and SDM Yogeshwar Singh, arrived at the site early Sunday morning with police force to ensure the process went smoothly. As per district officials, the controversy surrounding the mosque dates back to 1999, when local leader Ram Bachchan Singh …

Sambhal property demolition: SC asks petitioner to approach jurisdictional HC
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sambhal property demolition: SC asks petitioner to approach jurisdictional HC

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday asked a petitioner, who was seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against Sambhal authorities for allegedly violating its verdict on demolition of properties, to approach the jurisdictional High Court. "We find that the issue can be best addressed by the jurisdictional high court," the bench said, while granting liberty to the petitioner to approach the High …

'Go To HC': Supreme Court Disposes Of Contempt Petition Filed Against UP Authorities Over Demolition Of Property At Sambhal
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Go To HC': Supreme Court Disposes Of Contempt Petition Filed Against UP Authorities Over Demolition Of Property At Sambhal

Live Law  

Granting liberty to approach the Allahabad High Court, the Supreme Court today disposed of a contempt petition filed against Uttar Pradesh authorities for alleged violation of order dated November 13, 2024 restraining demolition actions across the country without prior notice and opportunity of hearing. A bench of Justices BR Gavai and K Vinod Chandran passed the order, stating, "We find …

Dwarka Demolition: Gujarat High Court Dismisses Pleas Seeking Protection Of Alleged Religious Structures From Coercive Action
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dwarka Demolition: Gujarat High Court Dismisses Pleas Seeking Protection Of Alleged Religious Structures From Coercive Action

Live Law  

" From mutation entry no.219 in village form no.6, it is evident that collector gave these lands to Gram Panchayat and in turn Gram Panchayat appears to have demarcated these lands for use as Qabrastan. The court noted that while the petitioner Trust is registered in Public Trust Register, however the concerned Survey numbers of the lands in question are …

GHMC Commissioner issues elaborate instructions to deal with unauthorised structures
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

GHMC Commissioner issues elaborate instructions to deal with unauthorised structures

The Hindu  

A circular with detailed instructions has been issued by the Commissioner of Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation K. Ilambarithi about the procedure to be adopted in case of unauthorised constructions and constructions made in deviation of the sanctioned plan. The circular came following the Supreme Court’s judgment in November, 2024, spelling out exhaustive guidelines to be followed by States and Union …

Uttar Pradesh roles out new rules for demolishing unauthorised constructions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Uttar Pradesh roles out new rules for demolishing unauthorised constructions

Hindustan Times  

The state of Uttar Pradesh has formulated a set of procedures for all agencies concerned to follow before taking up the demolition of unauthorised constructions in their respective areas. Uttar Pradesh roles out new rules for demolishing unauthorised constructions The latest directions were issued by the state urban development department to all local bodies on January 27 for compliance, and …

Sambhal demolition: Supreme Court to hear contempt action plea against authorities after a week
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sambhal demolition: Supreme Court to hear contempt action plea against authorities after a week

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday said it would hear after a week a plea seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against authorities in Sambhal for alleged violation of the Supreme Court's verdict on demolition of properties. In his plea filed through advocate Chand Qureshi, the petitioner has alleged violation of the November 13 last year verdict of the top court which …

Contempt Petition Filed In Supreme Court Against Demolition Of Property At Sambhal, UP
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Contempt Petition Filed In Supreme Court Against Demolition Of Property At Sambhal, UP

Live Law  

A contempt petition has been filed before the Supreme Court against Uttar Pradesh authorities for alleged violation of order dated November 13, 2024 restraining demolition actions across the country without prior notice and opportunity of hearing. The petitioner claims that a part of his property, situated at Sambhal, was demolished by authorities between January 10 and 11, 2025 without any …

Dwarka Demolition: Gujarat HC Reserves Verdict On Pleas Seeking Protection Of Alleged Religious Structures From Coercive Action
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dwarka Demolition: Gujarat HC Reserves Verdict On Pleas Seeking Protection Of Alleged Religious Structures From Coercive Action

Live Law  

The Gujarat High Court on Wednesday reserved orders on a batch of petitions seeking protection of certain alleged religious structures from demolition located at Beyt Dwarka. The Court then orally asked, “In which capacity you will fall?” The Counsel answered that it will fall under Waqf by user i.e., the property concerned would describe as pious and religious as it …

HC refuses to stop demolition of 5 illegal Bhiwandi buildings
2 months ago

HC refuses to stop demolition of 5 illegal Bhiwandi buildings

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Observing that protection cannot be granted to occupants of unauthorised buildings, as their ownership rights are based on illegality, the Bombay high court on Wednesday dismissed a petition filed by eight residents of an illegal housing complex in Kalher, near Bhiwandi, for stalling demolition of five buildings. HC refuses to stop demolition of 5 illegal Bhiwandi buildings “The petitioners, …

Supreme Court Stays Contempt Proceedings In Gujarat High Court Against Judicial Officer
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Supreme Court Stays Contempt Proceedings In Gujarat High Court Against Judicial Officer

Live Law  

The Supreme Court recently stayed the contempt proceedings in the Gujarat High Court initiated against a judicial officer, an Additional Senior Civil Judge. The judicial officer approached the Supreme Court challenging the order of the Gujarat High Court which allowed his addition as a respondent in a contempt petition filed by a person who alleged that he was illegally arrested …

'For Peace & Harmony' : Plea In Supreme Court Court To Stop Surveying Of Religious Structures, Enforce Places Of Worship Act
3 months, 2 weeks ago

'For Peace & Harmony' : Plea In Supreme Court Court To Stop Surveying Of Religious Structures, Enforce Places Of Worship Act

Live Law  

In the wake of the recent controversies relating to Sambhal Jama Masjid and Ajmer Dargah, a writ petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking to stop the execution of survey orders issued by Courts against religious structures in contravention of the Places of Worship Act 1991. The petitioner stated that the cases related to Ajmer Sharif Dargah, Bhojshala, …

Supreme Court Orders 15-Day Notice, Digital Trail for Property Demolitions; Officials Face Personal Liability
4 months ago

Supreme Court Orders 15-Day Notice, Digital Trail for Property Demolitions; Officials Face Personal Liability

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 16, 2024 12:06 IST - 8 MINS READ In PIL hearings alleging discrimination and the government’s impunity, it is not unusual for the respondent authorities to claim they will adopt a non-adversarial role vis-a-vis the petitioner, and still deny the allegations. In such cases, where the authorities indulge into arbitrary pick and choose of the structures and …

Officers Carrying Out Illegal Demolitions Liable To Restore Properties At Personal Cost & Pay Damages: Supreme Court
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4 months, 1 week ago

Officers Carrying Out Illegal Demolitions Liable To Restore Properties At Personal Cost & Pay Damages: Supreme Court

Live Law  

In the judgment containing directions against "bulldozer actions", the Supreme Court has warned that officials who carry out illegal demolitions in contravention of the judicial directions will be held liable to restore the properties at their personal cost in addition to pay damages. The officials should also be informed that if the demolition is found to be in violation of …

Demolition of house merely on person's criminal record amounts to collective punishment on family: SC
4 months, 1 week ago

Demolition of house merely on person's criminal record amounts to collective punishment on family: SC

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The demolition of a house solely because the person residing there is either an accused or convicted in a criminal case will amount to inflicting "collective punishment" on the entire family, the Supreme Court said on Wednesday. The apex court said when a particular structure is chosen all of a sudden for demolition and the rest of similarly …

Correcting Bulldozer Injustice: A Much-needed SC Ruling on Arbitrary Demolitions
4 months, 1 week ago

Correcting Bulldozer Injustice: A Much-needed SC Ruling on Arbitrary Demolitions

The Quint  

NOTICE The first step of any demolition is a show cause or notice. PERSONAL HEARING With regard to the right of being heard, the court has held that every person whose property or house is under the threat of demolition will have a right of being heard, i.e. : That the designated authority shall give an opportunity for a personal …

Bulldozer Justice: Supreme Court lays down pan-India guidelines, says ‘not a happy sight to see women, children…’
4 months, 1 week ago

Bulldozer Justice: Supreme Court lays down pan-India guidelines, says ‘not a happy sight to see women, children…’

Live Mint  

Bulldozer Justice: To curb ‘bulldozer justice’, the Supreme Court on Wednesday laid down pan-India guidelines on demolition of properties. — No demolition should be carried out without a prior show cause notice, returnable either in accordance with the time provided by the local municipal laws or within 15 days time from the date of service of such notice, whichever is …

Demolition Presumed To Be Punitive When Property Is Selectively Chosen Suddenly After Occupant Is Accused Of Crime : Supreme Court
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4 months, 1 week ago

Demolition Presumed To Be Punitive When Property Is Selectively Chosen Suddenly After Occupant Is Accused Of Crime : Supreme Court

Live Law  

In its judgment on bulldozer actions, the Supreme Court has significantly observed that if a particular structure is chosen suddenly for demolition, while other similarly situated structures in the same vicinity are not even touched, State malafide may loom large. Where it is established that selection of a property was arbitrary, and soon before initiation of action, an occupant of …

Demolition Presumed To Be Punitive When Property Is Selectively Chosen Suddenly After Occupant Is Accused Of Crime : Supreme Court
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4 months, 1 week ago

Demolition Presumed To Be Punitive When Property Is Selectively Chosen Suddenly After Occupant Is Accused Of Crime : Supreme Court

Live Law  

In its judgment on bulldozer actions, the Supreme Court has significantly observed that if a particular structure is chosen suddenly for demolition, while other similarly situated structures in the same vicinity are not even touched, State malafide may loom large. Where it is established that selection of a property was arbitrary, and soon before initiation of action, an occupant of …

Demolitions without following process violative of rule of law: Supreme Court
4 months, 1 week ago

Demolitions without following process violative of rule of law: Supreme Court

Hindustan Times  

The executive taking the role of a judge and ordering the demolitions without following the process of law is violative of the rule of law, the Supreme Court said on Wednesday as it pronounced its verdict on a batch of pleas challenging the arbitrary demolition of properties of people named in criminal cases. The court directed that there should be …

Supreme Court on bulldozer action: ‘No demolition without following guidelines, 15-day notice’
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4 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court on bulldozer action: ‘No demolition without following guidelines, 15-day notice’

Hindustan Times  

Bulldozer 'justice' hearing: The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed that no demolition should be carried out without prior 15-day notice to the owner of the property and without following the statutory guidelines. The state cannot take arbitrary action against the accused or convict without following the due process of law,” the court said. The Supreme Court also extended an interim …

Unconstitutional, abuse of power: What Supreme Court said on bulldozer action
4 months, 1 week ago

Unconstitutional, abuse of power: What Supreme Court said on bulldozer action

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday condemned the practice of arbitrary demolitions as it delivered a verdict on petitions challenging bulldozer action. The top court emphasised that such actions violate constitutional principles and legal rights, asserting that executive actions cannot override judicial processes. If a person's house is demolished merely because they are accused or convicted, without following the due process …

SC lays down pan-India guidelines for demolition of properties, says Executive can't replace Judiciary
4 months, 1 week ago

SC lays down pan-India guidelines for demolition of properties, says Executive can't replace Judiciary

New Indian Express  

Passing a slew of directions, the bench said, "No demolition should be carried out without a prior show cause notice returnable either in accordance with the time provided by the local municipal laws or within 15 days time from the date of service of such notice, whichever is later". The Executive can't replace the Judiciary in performing its core function, …

Supreme Court Seeks Gujarat Authorities' Response On Contempt Petition Alleging Illegal Demolition Of Dargah In Somnath
4 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Seeks Gujarat Authorities' Response On Contempt Petition Alleging Illegal Demolition Of Dargah In Somnath

Live Law  

The Supreme Court yesterday called for response on a contempt petition filed against Gujarat authorities, alleging illegal demolition of Pir Haji Mangroli Shah Dargah between September 27-28, without any prior notice and in violation of Court's stay order on demolitions.A bench of Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan heard the matter. The Supreme Court yesterday called for response on a …

Bahraich demolition notices: Don’t take any action that is against law, HC tells UP govt
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bahraich demolition notices: Don’t take any action that is against law, HC tells UP govt

Hindustan Times  

LUCKNOW The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court on Wednesday, while hearing a plea challenging the proposed action to demolish properties belonging to the accused in the October 13 Bahraich violence case, orally asked the UP government not to take any action which is not lawful. Listing the case for November 11, the court sought reply from the state …

Muslim Community Seeks Demolition of Illegal Mosque Floors in Shimla
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Muslim Community Seeks Demolition of Illegal Mosque Floors in Shimla

ABP News  

The demolition of illegally constructed floors of the Sanjauli mosque in Shimla has commenced, following a court order. The Muslim community has expressed voluntary cooperation and stated that they want the structure demolished as it is illegal. Permission for the demolition was granted, and the mosque's roof is being removed after receiving necessary approvals.

Will protect convicts too from punitive demolitions: Supreme Court
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Will protect convicts too from punitive demolitions: Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday promised to protect even convicted criminals from State- A Bench of Justices B.R. Supreme Court hearing on bulldozer action updates But at the same time, the apex court, which has proposed to frame pan-India guidelines to protect private property from illegal and targeted State demolitions, said it would not condone or shield public encroachments, irrespective …

No bulldozer demolitions without court nod till Oct 1, says SC
6 months ago

No bulldozer demolitions without court nod till Oct 1, says SC

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday imposed a nationwide restraint on demolition activities, ruling that no demolition, including of those accused or convicted of crime, should occur without the court’s explicit permission, expressing concern over the indiscriminate demolition actions and highlighting the need for judicial oversight. Even as the directive by a bench of justices Bhushan R Gavai and KV Viswanathan …

Supreme Court red light on bulldozer justice till Oct 1
6 months ago

Supreme Court red light on bulldozer justice till Oct 1

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed authorities across the country not to demolish properties, including those accused of crime till October 1, without seeking its prior permission. However, such an order would not be applicable for unauthorised constructions on public streets, footpaths, abutting railway lines, water bodies, or public spaces,” the court ordered. A bench of justices B …

Supreme Court stops illegal ‘bulldozer’ demolitions across the country till October 1
6 months ago

Supreme Court stops illegal ‘bulldozer’ demolitions across the country till October 1

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday froze illegal bulldozer demolitions across the country till October 1, drawing attention to reports of “glorification, grandstanding and even justifications” of the razing of private homes and properties of undertrials and their immediate family members. OPINION | Putting the brakes on ‘bulldozer justice’ “There has been glorification, grandstanding and justification of bulldozers after September 2,” …

Supreme Court to examine suggestions to stop ‘bulldozer justice’
6 months ago

Supreme Court to examine suggestions to stop ‘bulldozer justice’

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court will examine on Tuesday suggestions from petitioners seeking relief from States bulldozing homes and private properties of undertrials, and frame pan-India guidelines. Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind, the main petitioner, has suggested prior notice at least 45 to 60 days in advance of a demolition specifying the legal provisions under which the property would be razed and attaching personal liability …

SC to hear petitions challenging demolition of properties linked to crime accusations
6 months ago

SC to hear petitions challenging demolition of properties linked to crime accusations

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court is set to hear on Tuesday, 17 September, a batch of petitions challenging the demolition of properties belonging to individuals accused of crimes. The petitions, filed by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind and others, seek directions to various state governments, including Uttar Pradesh, to halt demolitions without following due legal process. The petitioners have claimed that numerous states …

Demolitions only after issuing just orders, GWMC told
6 months, 1 week ago

Demolitions only after issuing just orders, GWMC told

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Justice T. Vinod Kumar of the Telangana High Court disposed of a batch of writ pleas challenging notices issued by the Greater Warangal Municipal Corporation under Section 254 of the Telangana Municipalities Act, 2019. Forester challenges non-interference order A two-judge panel of the Telangana High Court, comprising Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice J. Sreenivas Rao, took on file …

MP High Court Pulls Up Then Gwalior Collector For Demolishing Shops Despite Interim Protection Order, Refrains From Initiating Contempt
6 months, 2 weeks ago

MP High Court Pulls Up Then Gwalior Collector For Demolishing Shops Despite Interim Protection Order, Refrains From Initiating Contempt

Live Law  

The Gwalior bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court in a plea against lease termination and subsequent demolition of certain shops in 2022 expressed its displeasure with the then Collector, Gwalior for "giving a lame excuse" that since he was not a party to the matter he was unaware about the court's interim order protecting the shopkeepers from dispossession. A …

SC on Demolition Action: How can a house be demolished just because he is an accused
6 months, 2 weeks ago

SC on Demolition Action: How can a house be demolished just because he is an accused

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Monday questioned the bulldozing of homes and private properties of persons accused of crimes or even their relatives by States as a possible act of public retribution, saying the law does not permit the destruction of the family shelters of even convicts. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, for the Uttar Pradesh government which has been blamed for …

Supreme Court Weekly Round-Up (12 August-17 August, 2024)
7 months ago

Supreme Court Weekly Round-Up (12 August-17 August, 2024)

Live Law  

Live Law has got you covered with all the latest updates of this last week. Supreme Court Dismisses Himachal Pradesh Govt's Appeal Against HC Decision Quashing Illegal Land Acquisition Case details: State of Himachal Pradesh & Ors v. Balbir Singh & Anr, Diary No. Supreme Court Dismisses ED's Plea Against HC Order Allowing NDTV To Seek Compounding Of Alleged FEMA …

AP HC serves notices on two officials on demolition of YSRC party office
8 months, 1 week ago

AP HC serves notices on two officials on demolition of YSRC party office

Deccan Chronicle  

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has served notices to CRDA commissioner Katamaneni Bhaskar and Mangalagiri-Tadepalli municipal commissioner Nirmal Kumar in a case of contempt of court vis-a-vis the demolition of the YSR Congress party’s central office.A single judge bench of Justice Cheemalapati Ravi held a hearing here Thursday on a petition filed by YSRC leader from Guntur, Seshagiri Rao, seeking …

Relief To YSRCP As Andhra Pradesh High Court Halts Demolition Of Party Offices Unless Public Safety Is At Stake
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Relief To YSRCP As Andhra Pradesh High Court Halts Demolition Of Party Offices Unless Public Safety Is At Stake

Live Law  

of two weeks from today to the authorities concerned for the above said purpose. and the other proofs if any in support of their claims within a period Justice B. Krishna Mohan also said demolitions can be carried out only if the building structure in question is adversely affecting public safety. The order stated, The Andhra Pradesh High Court has …

Demolition drive: Delhi HC asks authorities to grant 1 month for vacating mosque premises
9 months, 1 week ago

Demolition drive: Delhi HC asks authorities to grant 1 month for vacating mosque premises

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has directed the DDA and a local religious body to grant one month's time to the caretaker of a mosque and madarsa to vacate the Hazrat Nizamuddin-based masjid premises which has been decided to be demolished by the authorities.A vacation bench of Justice Amit Sharma, in an order passed on Wednesday, made it clear …

Review Petition Filed Against Supreme Court's Decision Upholding Lucknow-Akbarnagar Demolition Drive
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Review Petition Filed Against Supreme Court's Decision Upholding Lucknow-Akbarnagar Demolition Drive

Live Law  

In the latest development, a review petition has been filed against the Supreme Court's ruling which upheld the demolition drive of the Lucknow Development Authority against alleged unauthorized constructions in the Akbarnagar area of Lucknow city. In the judgment delivered on May 10, the Bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta affirmed the Allahabad High Court's observations and directions …

Supreme Court Upholds Lucknow-Akbarnagar Demolition Drive, Prevents Eviction Of Dwellers Before Giving Alternative Accommodation
10 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Upholds Lucknow-Akbarnagar Demolition Drive, Prevents Eviction Of Dwellers Before Giving Alternative Accommodation

Live Law  

While upholding the demolition drive of the Lucknow Development Authority against unauthorized constructions in the Akbarnagar area of Lucknow city, the Supreme Court on Friday clarified that no slum dweller should be evicted without being given alternative accommodation.The Bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta upheld the Allahabad High Court's observations. While upholding the demolition drive of the Lucknow …

Supreme Court upholds demolition of encroachments at Akbar Nagar in Lucknow
10 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court upholds demolition of encroachments at Akbar Nagar in Lucknow

Op India  

In a major order, the Supreme Court today upheld the Allahabad High Court’s Order to demolish illegal settlements in Akbar Nagar in Lucknow. “In view of the aforesaid, we are in agreement with the High Court that the colony has been constructed on a floodplain area,” the Supreme Court concluded, stating that the petitioners lack any legal title or document, …

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