India’s Supreme Court has upheld Article 31C of the Constitution, which grants legal protection to laws enacted to fulfill Directive Principles of State Policy. This decision reaffirms a portion of the landmark Kesavananda Bharati case judgment while acknowledging the limitations imposed by the Minerva Mills ruling on the article’s scope.
Read MoreJustice Hrishikesh Roy playfully remarked on the Supreme Court’s recent judgments, complimenting Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud’s extensive contributions to the court’s ‘intellectual resources’ while also lightheartedly requesting contributions from other benches in the CJI’s remaining days in office.
Read MoreThe Indian government has raised concerns with Wikipedia regarding alleged bias and inaccuracies in its content. The government has questioned Wikipedia’s intermediary status, suggesting it should be held accountable as a publisher. This could expose Wikipedia to legal action for potentially defamatory or inaccurate information.
Read MoreDuring a rally in his stronghold of Baramati, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar hinted at retiring from active politics. He stated that he would reconsider seeking another term in the Rajya Sabha after his current term ends and ruled out contesting any future elections.
Read MoreThe Waqf Board’s claim on the historic Bidar Fort, a protected monument under ASI custody for over 70 years, has shocked officials. A 2005 notification listed the fort as Waqf property, despite its protected status since 1951. The Board also claims two Bidar villages, raising concerns among farmers and prompting calls for clarification.
Read MoreHindu saints in Prayagraj have voiced their support for the Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad’s proposal to ban non-Hindu vendors from the Maha Kumbh mela area. They argue that the event is deeply rooted in Hindu traditions and allowing non-believers to profit from it is inappropriate. The saints threatened to boycott the event if their...
Read MoreIndia and Nigeria strengthened their counter-terrorism cooperation during a dialogue in New Delhi. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and his Nigerian counterpart Nuhu Ribadu discussed threats posed by terrorism, extremism, and cybercrime. They agreed to enhance bilateral capacity building and collaborate on the international stage to combat these challenges.
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