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“The State cannot remain a mute spectator when the population at large is exposed to serious physical, mental and financial risks due to constant exposure to a specific online entertainment/games/trade. In circumstances where a total prohibition is not possible at least a minimum of regulation becomes a necessity.”
“One cannot overlook the role played by the so-called beauty and fitness influencers in setting unrealistic standards by creating a make-believe world. In a bid to meet these fickle societal standards of beauty, vulnerable people go to extreme lengths and even undergo risky procedures.”
The Court strongly remarked “the Government cannot take the excuse that there are no available funds… when it is able to spend substantial funds running in millions on its publicity campaign.”
“Courts should not be places, where basic needs, such as sanitation, are overlooked and neglected. The absence of adequate washroom facilities undermines equality and poses a barrier to the fair administration of justice”.
“Every woman should live a life of respect, equality and decency, free from any kind of fear, force, violence and discrimination. According to Article 21 of the Constitution of India, every citizen, including women is entitled to the right to life and dignity.”
“Right to health is an essential component of human dignity, and it is the responsibility of the government to ensure that this right is protected and promoted for all individuals who are citizens of the nation.”
The NGT found deficiencies in the response and reports from authorities, notably the absence of virological testing facilities in local labs, inadequate clarity on the water source, and inconsistent water quality across reports.
“It appears that 576 students have received the Diploma Course certificates from the Tamil University, during the Academic Year 2007-08. Though the certificates are said to have been issued with an endorsement ‘not for practice’ and an undertaking was also obtained by the University, in reality, it is not known as to how far it is being followed by the respective certificate holders.”
Nagarathna, J., was of the view that Synthetics and Chemicals Ltd. v. State of U.P., (1990) 1 SCC 109, did not require overruling and it continues to be good law in the context of what is comprised in the expression “industrial alcohol” and “intoxicating liquors”.
This majority decision overruled Supreme Court’s 7-Judge Bench ruling in Synthetics and Chemicals Ltd. v. State of U.P., (1990) 1 SCC 109, wherein it was held that States cannot tax industrial alcohol.
This majority decision further overruled Supreme Court’s 7-Judge Bench ruling in Synthetics and Chemicals Ltd. v. State of U.P., (1990) 1 SCC 109, wherein it was held that States cannot tax industrial alcohol.
IFAR as well as the multiple audit reports in relation to the administration and financial affairs of the society, including under the chairmanship of Justice Easwar, clearly disclose that the manner in which the affairs of the society are being run, requires closer consideration and scrutiny.
“When consumers encounter different products with similar branding in the same retail context, the risk of assuming a common source or affiliation increases.”
“It is a fact that a session of hookah is more harmful than a pack of cigarettes (…) If it is 200 puffs per session, it is equivalent to 100 cigarettes, in any of these sessions. Hookah, is, as addictive as a cigarette; as harmful as a cigarette; has the same chemicals as a cigarette”.
The Delhi High Court held that Pan masala, gutka or any other form of chewing tobacco is meant for human consumption will fall under the ambit of Section 3(1)(j) of Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
The Commissioner, Food Safety, by issuing successive notifications under Section 30(2)(a) cannot impose an almost permanent ban on a food product, as it is not contemplated by law and if allowed, will amount to doing violence to the provisions.
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