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Noise pollution is regulated in India primarily through the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, framed under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. Citizens affected by excessive noise have multiple channels to file complaints and seek relief. This guide covers the permissible noise limits, where and how to file a complaint, and the legal remedies available if the authorities fail to act. Permissible Noise Levels Under CPCB Rules The Central Pollution Control

A review petition is a legal remedy available under Article 137 of the Constitution and Order XLVII of the Supreme Court Rules, 2013, allowing a party to seek reconsideration of a judgment or order passed by the Supreme Court. This guide explains the grounds on which a review petition can be filed, the procedure to follow, the applicable time limit, and how the Court decides such petitions. Legal Basis for Review Petitions Article 137 of the Constitution grants the Supreme Co

Government employees in India are required to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer before applying for a passport. This NOC, typically issued in Annexure G or Annexure M format, confirms that the employer has no objection to the employee obtaining a passport. This guide explains the step-by-step process, the documents required, and the legal framework governing this requirement. When Is a Police NOC Required for Passport A Police NOC (more accurately, a

On July 7, 2026, the Supreme Court held that external agencies such as the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) cannot declare advocates professionally negligent or maintain 'caution lists' blacklisting lawyers. The jurisdiction to examine professional misconduct lies exclusively with the Bar Council of India and the State Bar Councils under the Advocates Act, 1961. In the same judgment, the Court directed the BCI to undertake a comprehensive performance audit of its disciplinary

The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition filed by CBSE students challenging the Kerala government's 2026 standardization formula for preparing the rank list for Kerala Engineering, Architecture and Medical (KEAM) admissions. A bench of Justice Manoj Misra and Justice Shree Chandrashekhar held that the new scheme for standardization of marks was a policy matter in the domain of experts and not the Court. What Is the KEAM Standardization Formula The 2026 KEAM Prospectus for A

In Chandrikaben Kishor Dafda v. State of Gujarat, reported as 2026 INSC 665, the Supreme Court held that candidates standing for municipal elections must disclose the self-acquired and self-owned properties of their spouse and dependants in the nomination affidavit. The bench of Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh upheld the disqualification of a candidate who had omitted four agricultural land survey numbers held in her husband's name. Background of

In its judgment dated July 6, 2026, reported as 2026 INSC 669, the Supreme Court of India reiterated that when a Will is surrounded by suspicious circumstances, the mere examination of attesting witnesses is not sufficient to prove its validity. The propounder bears an additional burden of dispelling all doubts and satisfying the judicial conscience that the document truly represents the free and informed wishes of the testator. Facts of the Case: Sardari Lal v. Bishan Dass T

On July 7, 2026, the Gujarat High Court upheld the death sentences of 38 convicts in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial bomb blasts case, one of India's deadliest coordinated terror attacks. A Division Bench comprising Justices A.Y. Kogje and Samir Dave confirmed the Special Court's February 8, 2022 verdict, which had convicted 49 of the 77 accused and awarded 38 death sentences alongside 11 life imprisonment terms. Background: The 2008 Ahmedabad Serial Blasts On July 26, 2008, 21 bom

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) oversees service quality and consumer protection in the telecommunications sector. If you are facing issues such as network outages, incorrect billing, unsolicited calls or messages, unfair tariff changes, or poor service quality from your telecom operator, you have the right to file a complaint through a structured grievance redressal mechanism. This guide explains the complete process. Understanding the Two-Tier Grievance Red

Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) is the world's largest government-sponsored health insurance scheme, providing coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary hospitalisation. The scheme covers over 12 crore families (approximately 55 crore beneficiaries) and is designed to reduce the financial burden of healthcare for economically vulnerable populations. This guide explains how to check your eligibility and apply. Who Is E

Every registered taxpayer under the Goods and Services Tax regime in India with an annual turnover exceeding Rs 2 crore is required to file the GSTR-9, the annual return that consolidates all monthly and quarterly returns filed during the financial year. For taxpayers with turnover exceeding Rs 5 crore, a reconciliation statement in GSTR-9C is additionally required. This guide walks you through the complete process of filing GSTR-9. Who Must File GSTR-9 GSTR-9 is mandatory fo

The Supreme Court of India has substantially enhanced the motor accident compensation awarded to a carpenter who lost his right leg in a road accident, raising the total from Rs 11,51,423 to Rs 35,95,923. The judgment in Shankar Dutt v. United India Insurance Co. Ltd., cited as 2026 INSC 656, addresses the calculation of just compensation for victims whose injuries result in 100 percent functional disability in their occupation. The Accident and Injuries The accident occurred

The Supreme Court of India has set aside a Labour Court award that directed the reinstatement of an employee who had remained absent from work without authorisation. In a judgment cited as 2026 LiveLaw (SC) 636, the Court held that an employee who fails to substantiate claims of being prevented from working cannot seek the benefit of reinstatement with back wages. Facts of the Case The employee had been absent from work for a prolonged period without obtaining prior permissio

The Employees' Provident Fund Scheme, 2026 has come into effect from June 29, 2026, replacing the Employees' Provident Fund Scheme, 1952 that governed provident fund contributions in India for over seven decades. The new scheme has been notified under the Code on Social Security, 2020, which consolidates and replaces nine existing labour welfare laws including the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. What Has Changed Under EPF Scheme 2026 The cor

The Faizabad Bar Association has filed a formal criminal complaint seeking the registration of a First Information Report against key officials of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust over the alleged theft of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The complaint names former General Secretary Champat Rai, former Trustee Anil Mishra, and administrator Gopal Rao, alleging a well-planned conspiracy to embezzle donation money. Background: The Original FIR and A