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The SC Judge Justice Sanjiv Khanna used the ILC stage to speak for the vast number of litigants and argued that the language of the law should be straightforward.

A parliamentary commission is deliberating over the new bill. Cases under Section 124A would still be able to be brought.

According to a report provided to the SC, politicians who are convicted of a crime with moral turpitude should be permanently barred from running for office.

It asserted that there were signs the state leadership had become politicized. The Internet censorship was criticized for hurting reporting.

The Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states that children “born out of void or voidable marriages” are entitled to a part of their parents’ property.

Centre informs the Supreme Court that elections can be held “anytime now” in Jammu and Kashmir.

Ecological catastrophes in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, two hill states, have exposed the Himalayan region’s vulnerability.

The Supreme Court has produced a manual that aims to assist judges in recognizing, comprehending, and combating damaging preconceptions about women.

The decision demonstrates that the supreme court is aware of politicians’ use of the defamation law as a weapon to settle disputes with opponents.

The court has harshly remarked: “It is your government.” referring to the BJP’s involvement in Nagaland’s current administration.

The court had criticised the government in May for giving Mishra a third extension while pondering what made the official “so indispensable.”

The points in the report are merely further elaborated in Justice Awasthi’s explanations, which are not new.

Panel’s stand contrary to spirit of SC rulings

Understanding the significance of marriage to same-sex couples is necessary in light of the ongoing lawsuit around “same sex marriage” in India.

The conflict between the Delhi government and the Centre over control of the state’s bureaucracy is becoming murkier as the former openly tries to weaken the latter.

The hallmark of India’s Constitution is right jurisprudence, whose dimensions are growing with the judicial artistry of the court.

In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has stayed the ban imposed by the West Bengal government on the screening of the film ‘The Kerala Story.’

The Supreme Court has warned the ED not to foster a climate of fear, noting that when an agency does so, even a legitimate reason might be questioned.

Date: May 15, 2023

In a landmark case before the Supreme Court, the issue of same-sex marriages has garnered significant attention as the court deliberates on the

The supreme court has made it quite plain that an elected government must exercise control over bureaucrats in order for the concept of responsibility to be intact.

Eknath Shinde, the chief minister of the Shiv Sena-BJP coalition, has breathed a sigh of relief.

According to Article 142, the court has exclusive authority to make any orders it deems appropriate to administer full justice in any case or matter.

THE Supreme Court rightfully criticised the Union Government for extending Sanjay Kumar Mishra’s employment with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for a third time.

The complainant had said the BBC documentary “India: The Modi Question” has defamed organizations like the BJP, RSS, and VHP.

The film is scheduled to be released on May 5.

The BCI had issued a statement calling for the Supreme Court to uphold the traditional definition of marriage as being between a man and a woman.

The Supreme Court has ordered states and union territories to file lawsuits against hate-mongers even if no complaints are made because of the rise in hate speech.

With a few notable exceptions, the scathing remarks frequently made by judges during a hearing do not appear in the verdict.

VHP Joint General Secretary Surendra Jain expressed apprehension the top court’s actions could lead to “new disputes”.

Apex court gives fresh impetus to wheels of justice

The issue of same-sex marriage has been a topic of debate and discussion in countries across the world.

SC raps Army for bias in recruiting women dentists

A bench of justices KM Joseph and BV Nagarathna made this remark while it was hearing petitions related to the case against Lakshadweep MP Mohammed Faizal.

The Supreme Court directed SEBI to refund ₹300 crores deposited by NSE as part of a disgorgement order.

By establishing a new procedure for choosing the members of the Election Commission,the Supreme Court has highlighted the importance of fair and credible elections.

Ashwini Upadhyay’s PIL asking the Supreme Court to establish a “renaming committee” to restore the “original” names of ancient locations has been correctly refused.

Manish Sisodia who was arrested by CBI in the Delhi excise policy case has moved a Delhi court for bail after his plea was dismissed by the Supreme Court.

The Supreme Court refused to accept the sealed cover report submitted by the Centre, stating that they want to have complete transparency.

Living will is an advanced medical directive on end-of-life treatment.

Two names being reaffirmed for nomination by the Supreme Court collegium is a powerful statement in and of itself.

The Union Law Minister has suggested to DY Chandrachud that a government nominee should be included in the Collegium that shortlists judges for the Supreme Courts.

SUPREME COURT EXAMINES MARRIAGE OF 15 YEAR OLD GIRLS AS OF A MUSLIM LAW

The Supreme Court mandated that a trust be established by the government to monitor temple building.

The SC has passed a judgement stating that moviegoers will not be allowed to take outside food and beverages in the movie theatres.

The case was decided on by a five-judge Constitution bench, led by Justice S. A. Nazeer, who will retire on January 4.

The arguments between the center and supreme Court has now entered into the upper house of country

The five-judge Constitution bench headed by Justice K M Joseph was hearing a petition seeking reforms in the system of appointing election commissioners.

Dog feeders asked to adopt the dogs

The way judges are appointed in India is by the Collegium system and it has no checking mechanism. Which might be a problem.

The Supreme Court ruled that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI activities) are commercial in nature and can be classified as a “shop”.