EC: Power to verify citizenship flows from Constitution
The Election Commission told the Supreme Court its authority to assess citizenship for electoral rolls is constitutional, not a parallel NRC. Hearing resumes Jan 8.
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EC Defends Power to Assess Citizenship for Voter Lists
The Election Commission told the Supreme Court it has a constitutional mandate to verify citizenship before voter registration to ensure no foreigner votes. Arguments continue Thursday.
SC: Speedy trial a fundamental right, grants bail in PMLA case
The Supreme Court granted bail to a businessman citing delay in trial, affirming the right to speedy trial under Article 21. This comes a day after denying bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam.
EC Defends Power to Remove Foreigners from Voter Lists
The Election Commission asserts its constitutional duty to ensure no foreigners are on electoral rolls. Senior advocate argues before SC that citizenship is foundational for voting rights. Read the full arguments.
SC Defines UAPA Bail Limits in Delhi Riots Case
Supreme Court clarifies stringent UAPA bail provisions against constitutional liberty in Delhi riots case. Read the landmark legal analysis and its implications.
Article 370 Gone, But Where's the Action Plan? Pandit Asks
Sushil Pandit questions the lack of visible progress in J&K post-Article 370, urging a time-bound action plan for governance, security, and rehabilitation. Read the full analysis.
British MP Backs India's J&K Position, Condemns Pak Occupation
UK Parliamentarian Bob Blackman reaffirms support for India's stance on Jammu & Kashmir, advocating reunification and condemning terrorism. Read his decades-long position.
SC: Courts should not set timelines for probe agencies
Supreme Court says courts must not routinely set deadlines for investigative agencies, stepping on their toes. Timelines are only for cases of proven delay. Read the full analysis.
Article 370 Film Praised by X Users After OTT Release
Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi's 'Article 370' receives overwhelming praise from X users following its OTT release. Read the reactions and see why the film is trending.
Jammu's Complex Identity: Between Belonging and Refusal
A journalist's two-decade reflection on Jammu reveals a city defined by its reactive politics, selective inclusion, and the profound intellectual discipline of discomfort. Explore the complex identity shaped by Kashmir and Article 370.
SC: Passport can't be denied due to pending criminal cases
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
MP HC: Minor's consent immaterial, upholds 20-yr POCSO sentence
Madhya Pradesh High Court refuses to suspend 20-year sentence in POCSO case, stating marriage and child during bail are immaterial. Consent of a minor is not valid in law. Read the full judgement details.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
The Supreme Court of India convenes vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, during the winter break—a historic first. Discover the urgent cases heard.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
In a historic first, Supreme Court vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, convened during the winter recess. The court was closed from Dec 22 to Jan 2. Read more.
Bombay HC Restrains BMC Chief on Court Staff Election Duty
In an urgent late-night hearing at the CJ's residence, Bombay High Court restrained the BMC Commissioner from requisitioning subordinate court staff for civic polls, citing constitutional control. Next hearing on Jan 5.
Bombay HC Stops BMC Chief from Calling Court Staff for Poll Duty
In an urgent late-night hearing, the Bombay High Court restrained the BMC Commissioner from requisitioning subordinate court staff for civic election duty and demanded a personal explanation. The court cited a 2008 exemption and constitutional authority.
Sushil Pandit Addresses Pahalgam Attack, KP Migration, CAA
Activist Sushil Pandit discusses the recent Pahalgam attack's impact on Kashmiri Pandits, their migration struggle, and the implications of CAA and Article 370 revocation. Read the full analysis.
Mirwaiz Removes Hurriyat Title from Social Media
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq says J&K authorities pressured him to alter his X bio as Hurriyat is banned. He calls it a 'Hobson's choice' amid ongoing restrictions.
Bombay HC: Padma Awards Not Titles, Can't Be Used as Prefix
Bombay High Court cites Supreme Court ruling, says civilian awards like Padma Shri and Bharat Ratna are not titles and must not be used as prefixes or suffixes to names. Learn the legal implications.
Modi on Article 370, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Birth Anniversary
PM Modi, in Lucknow, stated BJP's pride in removing Article 370. He spoke at the inauguration of Rashtra Prerna Sthal on Vajpayee's 101st birth anniversary.
Yami Gautam on Motherhood, Guilt & Shooting While Pregnant
Bollywood actress Yami Gautam discusses balancing career & motherhood, overcoming guilt, and filming 'Article 370' while expecting. A candid look at her journey.
SC Regularises BDS Degrees, Imposes Heavy Fines on Colleges
Supreme Court uses Article 142 to validate degrees of 2016-17 dental students admitted via relaxed norms, but slaps ₹10 crore fine on erring colleges and mandates pro-bono service from students.
SC: Passport renewal allowed if court gives NOC
Supreme Court rules that govt cannot deny passport renewal to an accused if the trial court gives a no-objection certificate. Liberty is the state's first obligation, says bench.
SC: Time-bound probe should be exception, not norm
The Supreme Court ruled that time-bound investigations cannot be the norm, emphasizing that speedy trials are a fundamental right under Article 21. Read the full analysis.
Special SC Vacation Bench Led by CJI to Sit on December 22
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a special vacation bench on December 22 to hear urgent matters. This move ensures judicial access during the Supreme Court's winter break.
SC: Travel Abroad, Passport Rights are Personal Liberty
Supreme Court rules right to travel abroad & hold a passport are facets of personal liberty under Article 21. Landmark judgment impacts passport impoundment cases. Read details.
SC Helps Young Advocate in Property Fight, Cites Article 32
Supreme Court intervenes to protect a young advocate and her mother from harassment over ancestral property. CJI Surya Kant emphasizes the poor's first right to justice. Read the full story.
SC Empowers HCs to Appoint Retired Judges as Ad Hoc Judges
The Supreme Court has taken steps to utilise retired High Court judges to tackle the massive backlog of 63.6 lakh pending cases. New guidelines address seniority concerns to facilitate appointments. Read more.
SC's Flawed Advisory on Governor's Role: Expert Opinion
An analysis argues the Supreme Court's advisory opinion elevates the Governor's 'ornamental' role, creating confusion. The non-binding ruling fails to define timelines for bill assent, contradicting Constituent Assembly intent. Read more.
SC Sets Aside HC Order on Rape Accused's Wife in US
India's Supreme Court quashes Rajasthan HC order that forced an NRI woman to stay in India. The ruling upholds fundamental rights under Article 21. Read the full legal analysis.
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