Author name: Arshiya Banu

The Calcutta High Court has designated 81 lawyers as Senior Advocates, recognizing their exemplary legal expertise, contributions to the profession, and adherence to ethical standards. This marks a significant development in the court’s efforts to acknowledge and promote excellence in the legal field. Background: The designation of Senior Advocate is a prestigious honor granted by […]

The Supreme Court of India has expressed strong disapproval of a Christian convert who re-embraced Hinduism to claim benefits reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) under the Dalit quota. The court emphasized the misuse of constitutional provisions designed to uplift historically marginalized communities. Background: The petitioner, a person born into a Scheduled Caste family, had converted

The Calcutta High Court has quashed the West Bengal government’s decision to regulate private industry employments, deeming it unconstitutional. The ruling emphasized that the state government exceeded its jurisdiction by interfering in matters reserved for private enterprises. Background: The West Bengal government had introduced measures to regulate employment practices in the private sector, citing the

A Gujarat court has granted anticipatory bail to journalist Mahesh Langa, who was accused in a cheating case. The court’s decision ensures that Langa cannot be arrested in connection with the case, subject to compliance with the bail conditions. Background: Mahesh Langa, a senior journalist, was named in a cheating case involving allegations of financial

On Constitution Day 2024, discussions revisited the historical debates within the Constituent Assembly about the exclusion of the terms ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ from the original text of the Constitution. These terms, though central to contemporary political discourse, were deliberately omitted by the framers during the drafting process. Background: India’s Constituent Assembly, tasked with framing the

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of Constitution Day, emphasized that his government has not attempted to encroach upon the Constitutional limits set for governance. He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to respecting the principles enshrined in the Constitution while carrying out its duties. Background: Speaking at a Constitution Day event, PM Modi addressed concerns

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has highlighted the importance of each branch of government—executive, legislature, and judiciary—functioning within the framework established by the Constitution. He stressed that maintaining this balance is crucial for preserving democracy and upholding the rule of law. Background: The remarks were made during a public address where CJI Khanna

The Allahabad High Court has instructed the Central government to resolve questions surrounding the citizenship of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi by December 19. The court’s directive came during a hearing of a plea challenging his eligibility to contest elections based on alleged dual citizenship. Background: The petition alleged that Rahul Gandhi held dual citizenship, claiming

The Madras High Court has granted permission to an activist to install a statue of the late Father Stan Swamy, overruling objections from the Tamil Nadu government. The court emphasized the importance of upholding individual freedoms and the right to honor public figures, provided legal and civic requirements are met. Background: Father Stan Swamy, a

The Supreme Court of India has called for innovative and effective solutions to deal with unruly passengers following the highly publicized incident on an Air India flight, where a passenger urinated on another. The court emphasized the need for strict measures to address such behavior and protect the safety and dignity of passengers. Background: The