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India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Environmental justice is social justice, protecting nature essential for human dignity: Justice AS Oka
New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) hosted the Climate Change Conference and Awards 2025, emphasising India's judiciary's role in environmental protection and sustainability. Chief Guest Justice Sanjay Karol and Guest of Honour Justice Jasmeet Singh addressed the event, where Justice Abhay S Oka received the SILF Sustainability Award 2025 for his contributions to environmental law. Justice Abhay Shreeniwas Oka stressed that environmental justice is intertwined with social and economic equity, highlighting the Supreme Court's strong stance on pollution and its impact on vulnerable communities. He called for action beyond legal precedents to translate sustainability into real change. Justice Jasmeet Singh noted the urgent climate crisis, underscoring the judiciary's role in balancing conservation with development. He urged collective efforts toward sustainability, emphasizing the need for innovation and commitment. Justice Karol framed climate change as an emergency, stating that Indian courts have zealously protected the environment. He emphasised grassroots solutions and citizen participation in preserving ecological balance. President of SILF, Dr Lalit Bhasin praised the judiciary for setting environmental accountability precedents and called for continued focus on sustainability. The event featured discussions on environmental justice and economic development, with awards recognising contributions from distinguished figures. The conference reinforced the judiciary's critical role in advancing sustainability and environmental protection in India. (ANI)
United News of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
SILF Climate Change Conference 2025 honours Justice Abhay S. Oka with Sustainability Award
New Delhi, June 5 (UNI) In a stirring convergence of law and environmental consciousness, the Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) hosted the SILF Climate Change Conference and Awards 2025 in New Delhi on World Environment Day, recognising the Indian judiciary's unwavering role in protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development. The event was graced by Justice Sanjay Karol, Judge of the Supreme Court of India, as Chief Guest, and Justice Jasmeet Singh, Judge of the Delhi High Court, as Guest of Honour. The highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of the SILF Sustainability Award 2025 to Justice Abhay S. Oka, former Supreme Court Judge, for his extraordinary contributions to environmental jurisprudence in India. Delivering a powerful keynote, Justice Oka stated, 'Environmental justice cannot be separated from social and economic justice. Pollution and environmental degradation hurt the most vulnerable the hardest, affecting their dignity and the basic rights under Article 21 of our Constitution.' He lamented the lack of recognition for environmental activists and emphasised the need to translate judicial principles into action. 'On World Environment Day, we must honour the unsung heroes of environmental protection and turn our ideals into tangible action,' he added. Justice Jasmeet Singh stressed the urgency of the climate crisis and the judiciary's pivotal role: 'The crisis we face today is a consequence of unsustainable development. But landmark judgments like M.C. Mehta prove that environmental conservation and progress must coexist.' He urged society to embrace sustainability as a path to innovation and collective prosperity, not merely a challenge. 'It is through collective effort that climate change can become a catalyst for resilient growth,' he said. "We Belong to Mother Earth": Justice Sanjay Karol Justice Sanjay Karol made an emotional plea for grassroots environmental action: 'We must stop viewing climate change as a problem to be solved later. It is a climate emergency now. The courts have done their part, now every citizen must rise to the occasion.' He dismissed the notion that judicial activism hinders economic growth, asserting that both can progress in harmony to achieve constitutional goals of sustainability. Dr. Lalit Bhasin, President of SILF and Chairman of the CII National Committee on Legal Services, applauded the judiciary's role. He said, 'The judgments of our courts have sown seeds of environmental accountability in India's governance landscape. These precedents are now the guiding light for lawmakers, regulators, and businesses alike.' The Awards Ceremony honoured key individuals and organisations for championing sustainability, Justice Abhay S. Oka, Retired Supreme Court Judge, Dr. Bina Modi, Chairperson, Modi Enterprises, Meenakshi Arora, Senior Advocate, Prof. (Dr.) S. Shanthakumar, VC, Gujarat National Law University, Rajesh Jha, Regional Legal Director, South Asia, Reckitt India, Sharad Aggarwal, CEO, Godfrey Phillips India, Additionally, Plaques of Honour were presented to Justice Karol and Justice Jasmeet Singh for their sustained commitment to environmental justice. Engaging Panel Discussions on Judicial Responsibility, Two thematic panels 'Courts as Saviours of Clean Air, Trees, Rivers, Forests, and Climate in India' and 'Role of Judiciary in Balancing Economic Development and Sustainability'/featured rich dialogues by experts on how India's legal framework must evolve to address the country's ecological challenges. The SILF Climate Change Conference and Awards 2025 reaffirmed that law and climate responsibility are inextricably linked and that India's legal fraternity must remain at the forefront of environmental stewardship. UNI SNG RN
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
14 booked for assaulting lawyer after road rage in Faridabad
At least 14 men were booked for allegedly assaulting a man after he honked at them to move their vehicle that was blocking the road near Neelam Chowk, police said on Tuesday. The suspects also thrashed another commuter who attempted to record the incident and smashed his phone to destroy the footage. The incident took place around 12.30am on Sunday when Jasmeet Singh, a lawyer, was returning home to Sector 16 after dining at a restaurant. As he exited the restaurant, Singh found a Maruti Suzuki XL6 obstructing the road. After repeated honking to get the vehicle moved, Singh was allegedly abused and attacked by the six drunk occupants of the car, police said. A heated argument escalated into violence when the suspects reportedly called in at least eight more men, who arrived on four two-wheelers armed with rods and sticks. 'The drunk suspects mercilessly assaulted Singh with bricks while his family members tried to shield him,' said Yashpal Yadav, public relations officer, Faridabad Police. According to police, the group also pelted stones at Singh's Maruti Ciaz, causing damage. A passerby, Swatantra Nayak, who attempted to film the attack, was also beaten and had his phone smashed. Police said they had obtained CCTV footage and registration numbers of the XL6 and two-wheelers used by the suspects. 'We have asked the transport department to identify the vehicle owners so arrests can be made soon,' Yadav added. An FIR was registered Monday night at Faridabad Kotwali police station under Sections 191(2), 190, 115, and 351(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita on a joint complaint by Singh and Nayak.
Mint
15-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
The Gensol-BluSmart saga: Delhi HC orders seizure of 76 more electric vehicles
Gensol Engineering Ltd and ride-hailing startup BluSmart have lost control of another leased 76 electric vehicles after the Delhi High Court ordered seizure of the cars and barred the companies from transferring or selling them. Justice Jasmeet Singh, acting on a plea by investment firm Vriksh Advisors, on Thursday restrained Gensol, BluSmart, and their promoters from selling, alienating, or creating any third-party rights over the 76 Tata Tigor electric cars. The High Court's latest order is the fifth such in under three weeks, bringing the total number of Gensol and BluSmart leased EVs under judicial protection to 698. The court also appointed a receiver to take possession of the vehicles and ensure their safety. 'Issue notice. For the reasons stated, Respondent No. 1 (Gensol Engineering Ltd), its shareholders, directors including Respondent No. 2 (Anmol Singh Jaggi) and other officers, are restrained from selling, alienating, transferring, encumbering, or creating third-party rights in the 76 Tata Tigor EVs owned by the petitioner, until the next date of hearing. The petitioner shall have the right to repossess the vehicles in case of default,' the court said. Vriksh Advisors had leased the vehicles to Gensol under an agreement signed in August 2023. The agreement was executed by Gensol's promoter-directors, Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi. The lessor alleged that Gensol defaulted on its lease rental obligations and raised concerns over ongoing investigations and fraud allegations involving the company and its promoters. Fearing misuse or dissipation of assets, Vriksh approached the High Court seeking protection of its leased fleet. The court noted that Gensol and its promoters are under multiple investigations related to alleged fraud and financial mismanagement. Referring to Mint's 24 April report, the court recorded: 'Report in news agency Mint stated that R3 (Puneet Jaggi), a promoter-director of Gensol Engineering Ltd (R1), has been detained by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with alleged illegal foreign exchange transactions undertaken by R1 (Gensol).' Justice Singh also observed that the petitioner had been recently made aware of allegations of fraud, mismanagement, and siphoning of funds by Gensol and its key promoters, which had also triggered credit rating downgrades. The court further took note of Gensol's failure to pay the lease rentals for April. According to the court, it passed the order in favour of repossession as the facts presented by the lessor created a 'reasonable apprehension' that Gensol may dispose of or create third-party rights over the leased assets. The court also sought responses from Gensol and its promoters. The matter is slated for further hearing on 29 July. On 8 May, the Delhi High Court ordered the seizure of 129 EVs leased by Gensol and BluSmart based on a plea by STCI Finance, which accused the companies of defaulting on a ₹ 15 crore loan. 15 crore loan. On 7 May, the court barred the firms from creating third-party rights over 220 EVs leased by SMAS Auto Leasing India Pvt. Ltd and Shefasteq OPC Pvt. Ltd. Both lessors alleged lease violations and defaults in rental payments. On 25 April, the court restrained the sale or transfer of 175 EVs leased by Orix India, citing similar concerns of misuse and non-payment. On 29 April, the court passed a similar order protecting 95 EVs leased by Clime Finance Pvt. Ltd, bringing additional leased assets under judicial watch. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has issued a show-cause notice to Gensol and barred its promoters Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi from holding key positions in any listed company or accessing capital markets, citing corporate governance violations and financial irregularities, including undisclosed related-party transactions. Additionally, Gensol is under investigation over its use of ₹ 978 crore in loans disbursed by Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (Ireda) to finance 6,400 EVs. Company filings show that only 4,704 vehicles were procured. On 14 May, Ireda announced that it had filed an insolvency plea against Gensol before the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), citing fraud and default. Earlier, PFC filed a complaint with the Economic Offences Wing of Delhi Police, alleging that Gensol used forged documents to secure loans. Ireda, which funded 3,400 EVs, may be short over 1,400 vehicles based on current disclosures.
New Indian Express
10-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Central committee to oversee felling of 50 or more trees in city: High court
NEW DELHI: The Delhi HC on Friday said that all permissions to cut down 50 or more trees in the national capital must now be overseen by the Central Empowered Committee (CEC), as directed earlier by the Supreme Court. Justice Jasmeet Singh, while delivering the order, clarified that approvals for felling fewer than 50 trees will continue under the existing process till a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is finalised and enforced by city authorities. 'The orders dated 31 August 2023, 14 September 2023, and 9 August 2024, are hereby vacated and modified to the extent that any permission to fell 50 or more trees will now be supervised by the CEC in accordance with the Supreme Court's direction,' the Court stated. It further noted, 'In cases involving up to 50 trees, the current arrangement shall continue until the SOP, as referred to in the previous orders, is finalised and implemented by the respondents.'
