8:1 majority: SC upholds power of states to levy tax on mineral bearing lands

The Supreme Court allowed states to levy taxes on mineral-bearing lands, overturning previous rulings. The judgment, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, was passed with an 8-1 majority, with Justice BV Nagarathna dissenting. Parliament retains the right to set limitations. This benefits states like Odisha and Jharkhand.