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2024 Round-Up| Constitution Bench Decisions Of Supreme Court
1 day, 8 hours ago

2024 Round-Up| Constitution Bench Decisions Of Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court in 2024 held several Constitution Benches to resolve crucial and long pending issues with nationwide socio-legal ramifications. State's Power To Tax Mineral Rights In Mineral Area Development Authority v. M/S Steel Authority Of India & Ors, the Supreme Court held by an 8:1 majority that States have the power to levy tax on mineral rights and that …

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US wins ruling in a trade dispute with Mexico over its bid to ban genetically modified corn
2 days, 16 hours ago

US wins ruling in a trade dispute with Mexico over its bid to ban genetically modified corn

Associated Press  

MEXICO CITY — The United States won a ruling on Friday in a trade dispute with Mexico, which had sought to ban imports of genetically modified corn for human consumption. U.S. growers, who had worried about the potential loss of the single biggest export market for U.S. corn, welcomed the decision, calling it “a major win.” Mexico’s Economy Department said …

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Enormous sardine resource identified in Bass Strait but fishers have wanted to set up a fishery for more than a decade
1 month ago

Enormous sardine resource identified in Bass Strait but fishers have wanted to set up a fishery for more than a decade

ABC  

Off the north-east coast of Tasmania, could be one of the largest fishery resources in the country. Tasmania's Business, Industry and Resources Minister, Eric Abetz, described it as "an exciting and rare opportunity for Tasmania to develop a local, sustainable, commercial sardine fishery — the first new commercial fishery in decades". Mr Abetz said results of the "independent science will …

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How ultra-processed dog food could be making your pet sick: When her beloved Monty fell ill, GEORGIA TOFFOLO discovered a shocking cause... and now is calling on the 'kibble cartel' to come clean
1 month, 4 weeks ago

How ultra-processed dog food could be making your pet sick: When her beloved Monty fell ill, GEORGIA TOFFOLO discovered a shocking cause... and now is calling on the 'kibble cartel' to come clean

Daily Mail  

Lolloping through the countryside, having a picnic amid autumn leaves or snuggled up in his mistress's bed, Georgia Toffolo's pet dog, Monty, is the undisputed star of her social media pages. When her beloved dog Monty became dangerously sick, Georgia Toffolo was convinced his ailments were something to do with his food Like many of the UK's 13.5 million dog …

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Meghalaya High Court Directs Customs Commissioner To Refund Rs. 60 Lakhs For Destroying Seized Betel Nuts
5 months, 1 week ago

Meghalaya High Court Directs Customs Commissioner To Refund Rs. 60 Lakhs For Destroying Seized Betel Nuts

Live Law  

The Meghalaya High Court has directed the customs commissioner to refund Rs. 60 lakh for destroying seized betel nuts.The bench of Justice H. S. Thangkhiew has observed that the Tribunal found that the goods were neither imported nor proved to be smuggled. However, the orders passed by the Tribunal, which have been affirmed by this Court and the Supreme Court, …

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Despite the spread of bird flu, lawmakers in some states are pushing to legalize raw milk
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Despite the spread of bird flu, lawmakers in some states are pushing to legalize raw milk

LA Times  

As health officials scramble to determine the spread of avian flu in U.S. dairy cattle, some lawmakers are pushing to legalize and increase access to raw milk. “While I believe strongly that people should be able to eat whatever they choose to produce or herdshare, including raw milk, I have campaigned aggressively in the past against sale of commercial raw …

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Supreme Court Monthly Round-Up: April 2024
7 months ago

Supreme Court Monthly Round-Up: April 2024

Live Law  

Here's a comprehensive overview of the Supreme Court of India proceedings during April 2024. Supreme Court Stays MP Administration's Decision To Deny Permission For Christian Prayer Meet Case Title: SURESH CARLETONS vs. STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH., Diary No.- 16136 - 2024 Coram: Justices B.R. Karnataka's Plea For Drought Relief: Supreme Court Asks Union To Submit Inter-Ministerial Central Team's Report Case …

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Ghalib quoted in Supreme Court to boost Centre's argument on alcohol
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ghalib quoted in Supreme Court to boost Centre's argument on alcohol

Hindustan Times  

The nine-judge constitution bench hearing on the right to regulate industrial alcohol has produced several light-hearted moments in the Supreme Court and Thursday was no exception. A lawyer bemused the bar and bench by arguing that consumption of alcohol did not mean just drinking liquor as industrial-grade alcohol is used in products like nail polish, wood varnish, and paint, among …

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Does 'Intoxicating Liquor' Include 'Industrial Alcohol'? Supreme Court 9-Judge Bench Analyses Overlapping Powers Of Union & States [Day 1]
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Does 'Intoxicating Liquor' Include 'Industrial Alcohol'? Supreme Court 9-Judge Bench Analyses Overlapping Powers Of Union & States [Day 1]

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday commenced the hearing of the 9-judge Constitution Bench on the issue of overlapping powers between the Centre and the State in production, manufacturing, supply and regulation of 'Industrial Alcohol'. It may be noted that apart from Entry 33 List III, Entry 8 List II also provides regulation powers to the state with regards to 'Intoxicating …

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GST Council Recommends To Keep ENA Used For Manufacturing Alcoholic Liquor For Human Consumption Outside GST
1 year, 2 months ago

GST Council Recommends To Keep ENA Used For Manufacturing Alcoholic Liquor For Human Consumption Outside GST

Live Law  

The 52nd GST Council met under the Chairpersonship of Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman recommended keeping Extra Neutral Alcohol used for the manufacture of alcoholic liquor for human consumption outside GST.The Law Committee will examine suitable amendments in law to exclude ENA for use in the manufacture of alcoholic liquors for human. Nirmala Sitharaman recommended …

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Meghalaya HC directs State govt. to ban display of animal carcasses in meat shops
1 year, 6 months ago

Meghalaya HC directs State govt. to ban display of animal carcasses in meat shops

The Hindu  

The Meghalaya High Court has directed the State government to prohibit the display of animal carcasses in meat shops. “The State would do well to set an example and completely prohibit the display of animal carcasses in meat shops, though they may be stored in refrigerators or containers or even in showcases within the premises and not open to public …

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Supreme Court Annual Digest 2022- TAX
1 year, 10 months ago

Supreme Court Annual Digest 2022- TAX

Live Law  

See Also: Supreme Court Annual Digest 2022 - Income Tax Central Excise Act, 1944; Section 11B - Central Excise Rules, 2002 ; Rule 18 - While making claim for rebate of duty under Rule 18 of the Central Excise Rules, 2002, the period of limitation prescribed under Section 11B of the Central Excise Act, 1944 shall have to be applied …

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100 Important High Court Judgments of GST in 2022
1 year, 11 months ago

100 Important High Court Judgments of GST in 2022

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Allahabad High Court: Allahabad High Court Stays GST Demand On Payment Of Royalty To Conduct Mining Activity Case Title: M/s Jitendra Singh versus Union of India The Allahabad High Court bench of Justice Saumitra Dayal Singh has stayed the GST demand on payment of royalty to conduct mining activity. Show Cause Notice Cancelling GST Registration Must Disclose Reason: Allahabad High …

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Rejected Paddy Seeds Not Fit For Human Consumption, 5% GST Leviable: Chhattisgarh AAR
2 years ago

Rejected Paddy Seeds Not Fit For Human Consumption, 5% GST Leviable: Chhattisgarh AAR

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The Chhattisgarh Authority for Advance Ruling has held that 5% GST is payable on rejected or damaged paddy seeds.The two-member bench of Sonal K. Mishra and Abhinav Aggarwal has observed that rejected paddy seed that is not fit for human consumption would merit classification under chapter heading 100610.The applicant is engaged in the business of running a rice mill, and …

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18% GST Payable On Manufacturing Of Alcohol For Human Consumption By Way Of Job Work: Andhra Pradesh High Court
2 years, 1 month ago

18% GST Payable On Manufacturing Of Alcohol For Human Consumption By Way Of Job Work: Andhra Pradesh High Court

Live Law  

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has held that 18% GST is payable on the manufacturing of alcohol for human consumption by way of job work.The division bench of Justice C. Praveen Kumar and Justice A.V. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has held that 18% GST is payable on the manufacturing of alcohol for human consumption by way of job work. …

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Singapore mulls insects for human consumption
2 years, 2 months ago

Singapore mulls insects for human consumption

The Hindu  

Singaporeans may soon be able to consume insects, with the Singapore Food Agency seeking feedback from the food and animal feed industry to allow insects for human consumption and as livestock feed. The agency conducted a thorough scientific review and assessed that specific species of insects with a history of human consumption can be allowed for use as food, said …

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Skittles ‘unfit for human consumption,’ California lawsuit claims
2 years, 5 months ago

Skittles ‘unfit for human consumption,’ California lawsuit claims

LA Times  

Skittles, the colorful, fruit-flavored candy, are coming under fire after a lawsuit filed in Northern California says people are tasting more than the rainbow. That ingredient is a “known toxin” and “unfit for human consumption,” according to a lawsuit filed last week against the Mars candy company in the Northern District of California. In 2016, Mars Inc. promised to phase …

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The Taste With Vir: Crisis faced by Indian tea
2 years, 6 months ago

The Taste With Vir: Crisis faced by Indian tea

Hindustan Times  

Two years ago, I wrote about the crisis faced by Indian tea in Rude Food, my column in Brunch. It was acknowledged, I said, that though some Indian teas were among the best in the world, the tea industry itself was in bad shape. The Taste With Vir: Crisis faced by Indian tea Certainly, most of the safety concerns I …

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Supreme Court Monthly Round-Up March 2022
2 years, 8 months ago

Supreme Court Monthly Round-Up March 2022

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Limitation Period Cannot Be Extended On Equitable Grounds: Supreme CourtCase Title: Lingeswaran vs Thirunagalingam | SLP 2054-2055/2022 | Citation: 2022 LiveLaw 227 The Supreme Court observed that an application for condonation of delay has to be dismissed if it is found that the delay is not properly explained and that the period of limitation cannot be extended on equitable. Section …

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States Cannot Levy Excise Duty On Alcohol Which Is Not Fit For Human Consumption: Supreme Court
2 years, 9 months ago

States Cannot Levy Excise Duty On Alcohol Which Is Not Fit For Human Consumption: Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court observed that States have power to levy excise duty only in respect of the alcoholic liquor for human consumption. Alcoholic liquors other than for human consumption have been left to the Central Legislature for levy of duty of excise, the bench comprising Justices L. Nageswara Rao and BR Gavai noted.The Orissa High Court, in this case, had …

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Guidelines Needed To Ensure Ethical Treatment Of Animals Even If They Are Raised For Human Consumption: Madras High Court
3 years, 10 months ago

Guidelines Needed To Ensure Ethical Treatment Of Animals Even If They Are Raised For Human Consumption: Madras High Court

Live Law  

In a plea complaining of the cruel manner in which cattle is transported to slaughterhouses, the Madras High Court on Monday directed the State Government to file its counter-affidavit within six weeks. During the course of the hearing, the Bench of Justice Chief Justice Sanjib Banerjee and Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy observed, "The matter is of some concern not only because …

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The human face of India's Union Budget 2021-22: Hits and Misses
3 years, 10 months ago

The human face of India's Union Budget 2021-22: Hits and Misses

India Today  

Union Budget 2021-22 had to bear a unique burden of expectations to put India back on a recovery path following a deep recession induced by Covid-19 and the consequent lockdowns. The Union Budget 2021-22 was founded on the 6 pillars - 1) Health and Well-being; 2) Physical and Financial Capital; 3) Inclusive Development for Aspirational India; 4) Reinvigorating Human Capital; …

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Biotechnology could change the cattle industry. Will it succeed?
4 years, 3 months ago

Biotechnology could change the cattle industry. Will it succeed?

Salon  

When Ralph Fisher, a Texas cattle rancher, set eyes on one of the world's first cloned calves in August 1999, he didn't care what the scientists said: He knew it was his old Brahman bull, Chance, born again. He envisions the gene-edited bulls serving herds in tropical regions like Brazil, the world's largest beef exporter and home to around 200 …

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