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Background: Justice M Jagannadha Rao, a former judge of the Supreme Court of India, passed away recently. He was known for his significant contributions to the judiciary and his role in shaping legal principles in India. His demise marks the end of a distinguished career in public service and legal jurisprudence. Court’s Rationale: Justice Rao […]

Background: Sidharth Luthra, a prominent senior advocate, has called for courts to act swiftly when Article 356 of the Indian Constitution is misused to impose President’s Rule in states. This provision grants the President the authority to dissolve a state government and assume control, but it has often been a point of contention in political

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India has rejected public interest litigations (PILs) seeking the removal of the words “secular” and “socialist” from the Preamble of the Indian Constitution. The petitioners argued that these terms were not relevant to the current socio-political environment and should be discarded. However, the Court dismissed the petitions,

In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has ruled against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the custodial torture of protestors at the RG Kar Hospital. The Court has instead directed that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) be constituted to carry out a thorough and independent investigation into the allegations. Background:

In a recent move, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders have approached the Karnataka High Court, requesting a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged Valmiki Scam, which reportedly involves significant financial irregularities. The petitioners argue that the scam, linked to the distribution of funds meant for the welfare of the Valmiki community, needs

In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has directed search engines to mask the names of a couple involved in a personal dispute, recognizing their right to be forgotten. The decision highlights the growing importance of privacy rights and data protection in the digital age, particularly in matters of personal reputation. Background: The case

In a powerful statement, Supreme Court Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia emphasized that India was born out of love, not hate, underlining the nation’s founding principles of unity and harmony. His remarks were made during a recent hearing, highlighting the importance of preserving India’s secular and inclusive fabric amidst contemporary challenges. Background: Justice Dhulia’s comments come in

The Telangana High Court is currently hearing a plea challenging the formation of a commission tasked with the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes (SCs) in the state. The petitioners argue that the formation of such a commission is unconstitutional and discriminatory in nature. Background: The Telangana government recently established a commission to examine the need for

The Supreme Court of India recently reiterated that litigants must remain vigilant and cannot solely blame their advocates for delays in legal proceedings. The court’s remarks came in response to a case where there were allegations of delay in the resolution of a matter due to the actions of the counsel. Background: The issue arose

Supreme Court Justice KV Viswanathan recently cautioned against the growing tendency to believe and propagate misinformation circulated through social media platforms, humorously referred to as “WhatsApp University.” His remarks underline the judiciary’s concern over the role of misinformation in shaping public discourse and decisions. Context: Justice Viswanathan made these observations during a court hearing while