Kochi: A petition has been filed before the Kerala High Court against temples allegedly flouting the ban on firecrackers in silent zones. The petitioner claims that despite restrictions, fireworks are frequently used near residential areas and beyond permissible hours, violating pollution control norms. According to the plea, temples in designated silent zones continue to burst Read More…
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Kerala High Court Declares Magic Mushrooms Not Narcotic Substances, A Major Legal Ruling
The Kerala High Court ruled that magic mushrooms do not fall under the classification of narcotic or psychotropic substances under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. This ruling emerged during the bail hearing of Rahul Rai, a Bengaluru resident who was arrested on October 4, 2024, for possessing 226 grams of psilocybin-containing magic Read More…
Kerala High Court Orders SIT Probe into Illegal Flex Board Installation Outside Secretariat
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court has ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the illegal installation of a massive flex board outside the Kerala Secretariat. The court’s decision follows reports of the unauthorized display, despite multiple directives to prevent such actions. Justice Devan Ramachandran expressed strong concern, stating, Read More…
Kerala High Court Lifts Ban on Pappanji Burning at Veli for New Year’s Eve, Mandates Safety Measures
In a significant decision, the Kerala High Court has lifted the ban on the traditional Pappanji burning ceremony at Veli Ground in kochi on New Year’s Eve. The court’s ruling comes as a relief to event organizers and cultural enthusiasts, ensuring the continuation of this cherished annual tradition. However, the court has imposed strict safety Read More…
Kerala High Court Clears Land Acquisition for Wayanad Landslide Victims’ Rehabilitation Township
In a significant decision, the Kerala High Court has approved the acquisition of estate land to develop a rehabilitation township for families displaced by landslides in Wayanad, dismissing objections raised by two estate owners. The court directed the state government to ensure timely and fair compensation for the acquired land in accordance with existing legal Read More…
Kerala HC Upholds Decision to Donate CPI(M) Leader MM Lawrence’s Body for Medical Research
The Kerala High Court has upheld the decision to hand over the body of veteran CPI(M) leader MM Lawrence for medical research, rejecting claims that the ruling was improper or perverse. Following his death in September, a dispute arose within his family regarding the final rites. While Lawrence’s daughters sought a Christian burial for their Read More…
Supreme Court Stays Kerala HC Order on Elephant Distancing Rules for Thrissur Pooram
In a significant decision, the Supreme Court of India directed the organizers of the iconic Thrissur Pooram festival to comply with the Captive Elephants Rules. The apex court also stayed the Kerala High Court’s recent orders mandating a strict three-metre distance between elephants paraded during the festival. The Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu Devaswoms — the primary Read More…
Kerala HC Directs Centre to Consider Excluding ₹120 Crore from Airlift Charges
The Kerala High Court has directed the Central Government to consider excluding ₹120 crore in airlift charges associated with rescue operations for victims of the Wayanad landslide. The Court questioned the rationale behind charging such a significant amount, especially when it pertains to disaster relief efforts for affected citizens. The directive came during a hearing Read More…
“Kerala Temple Committees Move Supreme Court Against High Court’s Elephant Parade Guidelines”
In a significant development, the management committees of Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu Devaswoms, two prominent participants in Kerala’s iconic Thrissur Pooram festival, have taken their case to the Supreme Court, challenging the Kerala High Court’s new guidelines for elephant parades. The High Court’s ruling mandates strict spatial restrictions: elephants must maintain a minimum distance of three Read More…
K. Surendran Accuses Kerala Government of Misleading High Court Over Wayanad Relief Efforts
BJP state president K. Surendran has strongly criticized the Kerala government for allegedly deceiving the High Court by failing to provide accurate details about the Wayanad relief fund and rehabilitation progress. He described this as an act of gross negligence and betrayal of the people. Surendran highlighted that the delay in submitting reports to the Read More…