forest

Supreme Court insists on absolute forest protection, holding that “no activity inside forest land can proceed without explicit prior approval” while restructuring oversight mechanisms for conservation compliance

Court’s decision The Supreme Court issued a comprehensive set of directions strengthening the legal and administrative framework governing diversion of forest land. It reaffirmed that no activity—commercial, developmental, extractive, or…
revocation of license

Bombay High Court Upholds Revocation of Courier Licence and Forfeiture of Security Deposit for Failure to Comply with Courier Import Regulations Despite Plea of Disproportionality, Emphasises Non-Compliance Undermines Revenue Trust and Facilitates Smuggling

“The petitioner failed to comply with its obligations under the Courier Import Regulations, causing serious breaches that resulted in smuggling and revenue loss, justifying revocation and forfeiture.” Court’s Decision The…