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5.11.2020
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W.P.(C) No.19877 of 2020
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Biju K Varghese vs Geologist
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When a quasi-judicial body embarks on determining the rights of parties, adherence to the principles of natural justice is of supreme importance. The first and foremost among the said principles is the principle commonly known as audi alteram partem, viz, that no man should be condemned unheard. (This judgment provides guidelines on the actions to be taken by a Geologist/Assistant Geologist when an offence is detected. These include writing the mahazzar, drafting notices, the importance of hearings, and the significance of adjudicating orders.)
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30.11.2022
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WP(C) NO. 17394 OF 2022
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Rahul PU vs Geologist, Palakkad
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Section 30B of MMDR Act-It is not mandatory to consititue Special Courts by the State. If Special Courts are not established, the
prosecution and trial of offences under the MMDR Act would
be governed by the general provisions of the Cr.P.C.
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29.2.2024
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CA No. 3589 of 2023
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High Court Bar Assn. vs Sate of UP and Ors
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Stay orders granted in pending cases do not automatically lapse after six months: Supreme Court
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18.6.2024
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WP(C) 13425 of 2024
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Rajesh K vs District Geologist Thrissur
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Rule 106 of KMMCR 2015. Construction of pond by blasting rock comes under Rule 106(1) of KMMCR.
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19.6.2024
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CRL.MC No 3921 of 2024
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Arshad vs State of Kerala
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Penal provisions of Kerala Protection of River Banks and Regulation of Removal of Sand Act 2001 applies to river sand found on a stationary vehicle.
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26.6.2024
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WP(C) No.14619 of 2024
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Satheesh Jospeh vs State of Kerala
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Rule 14(2) of KMMC R contemplates construction of building and the same is not constrained to construction and digging of foundations for building.
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2.7.2024
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WP(C) No. 31162 of 2018
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Mathew Philip vs State of Kerala
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The statutory authorities while passing final orders in appeal, revision and other proceedings after conclusion of hearing, a time limit should be followed. Hon'ble High Court issued guidelines: after hearing the statutory authorities should pass final orders within 30 days from the date of concluding the hearing. (This is applicable for all statutory authorities including Geologists/Asst. Geologists.)
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12.6.2024
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OP(C) No. 3120 of 2018
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Thomas Baby vs Jojo V George
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Under Section 3(26) of the General Clauses Act and Section 2(6) of the Registration Act, trees are regarded as immovable property. Therefore, any interest created by an agreement to tap latex from rubber trees requires registration. (Based on this judgment, it is evident that any agreement between a landowner and a lessee, if not registered, is null and void.)
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25.7.2024
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Civil Appeal Nos. 4056-4064 of 1999
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Mineral Area Development Authority & Anr vs M/S Steel Authority of India & Anr Etc.
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Hon'ble Supreme Court 9 Bench judgment which decided that royalty is not a tax.
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8.8.2024
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WP(C) NO. 27562 OF 2024(S)
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S. Unnikrishnan vs State of Kerala
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Interim order of Hon'ble High Court directing official
respondent not to allow excavation from hilly terrain with
steep slopes
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19.11.2024
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CIVIL APPEAL NO. 1279 OF 2024
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SBI vs Naveen Kumar Sinha
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Disciplinary proceedings can not be started after retirement. Note: May not be applicable for GoK employees as this judgment is referring to State Bank of India Officers’ Service Rules,
1992
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