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Supreme Court Orders New Bench for AMU Minority Status Hearing
The Supreme Court has set in motion a pivotal reassessment of Aligarh Muslim University’s (AMU) minority status by overruling a 2005 decision that denied the institution its minority status. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud announced that a fresh seven-judge bench will re-examine the status of AMU, reigniting a debate that...
Heated Exchanges Disrupt Jammu & Kashmir Assembly Over Article 370
A wave of fervent debate broke out in Jammu and Kashmir’s assembly this week as lawmakers clashed over a resolution proposing the restoration of Article 370, the constitutional provision that granted the region special status until it was repealed by the central government in August 2019. The session marked...
Trump Moves Closer to Election Win as Harris Cancels Speech
The U.S. political landscape has become more contentious as the battle for the presidency intensifies. Republican frontrunner Donald Trump appears to be gaining significant momentum, pushing his campaign closer to a potential victory. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris has canceled a key public appearance, raising questions about the future...
Bar Association Seeks Courtroom Decorum and Dignity for Advocates
The All India Bar Association (AIBA) has raised alarms over the treatment of advocates within courtrooms, urging the Chief Justice of India (CJI), DY Chandrachud, to implement behavioral guidelines for judges. This request follows a surge of reports highlighting judges’ demeaning conduct toward lawyers, a trend that the association...
Khalistani Violence Targets Hindu Temple in Canada
Violence erupted at a Hindu temple in Canada, as an attack attributed to pro-Khalistani elements raised serious concerns about communal tensions and the safety of religious minorities. The incident occurred at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in the city of Brampton, Ontario, where perpetrators vandalized property and left a trail...
Congress Demands Inquiry into BJP’s ‘Blackmail’ of Ajit Pawar
Congress has escalated tensions in Maharashtra politics by calling for a formal investigation into allegations that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) utilized coercive tactics to induce Ajit Pawar, leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), into its fold. The party’s demand comes amid growing concerns about the integrity of...
US Tightens Sanctions on Companies Supplying Military Gear to Russia
The United States has expanded its sanctions regime to include a broad network of 398 foreign companies, including 15 firms operating in India, as part of a focused effort to curb supplies aiding Russia’s military. This latest move underscores Washington’s commitment to stymieing any form of indirect support for...
Former MP Claims 25 Crore Bribe Offer in UPA Vote Crisis
Former Lok Sabha MP Sebastian Paul has brought a sensational allegation to the forefront, asserting he was offered ₹25 crore to support the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government in a no-confidence motion following the Left’s withdrawal of support in 2008. Paul, who represented Ernakulam, Kerala, revealed that he rejected...
Opposition Protests Ex-Judges’ Involvement in Waqf Panel Meeting
Tensions flared during a recent meeting of the Waqf Board as opposition members voiced strong objections to the participation of former judges. The meeting, which aimed to address the management of Waqf properties and oversee their administration, quickly devolved into a heated debate, overshadowing its agenda. The controversy erupted...
Negotiations Reach Conclusion on LAC Disengagement
Diplomatic efforts between India and China aimed at reducing tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) are approaching a pivotal milestone, with disengagement and verification processes expected to conclude shortly. The latest discussions focus on specific areas in eastern Ladakh, where both nations have sought to stabilize their...
PM Launches India’s First Private-Sector Aircraft Plant for C-295
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, joined by his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sánchez, has inaugurated India’s first private-sector aircraft manufacturing facility in Vadodara, Gujarat. Established through a collaboration between Tata Advanced Systems and Airbus, the facility will produce the multi-role C-295 transport aircraft. This initiative represents a significant leap in the...
NIA Tightens Pannun Probe, Confiscates Chandigarh Properties
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has intensified its probe against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the head of the proscribed Khalistani group, Sikh For Justice (SFJ), by initiating searches and property seizures. Known for his divisive calls for Punjab’s secession from India, Pannun has reportedly instigated multiple campaigns promoting anti-state activities....
Kenya’s High Court Suspends Adani’s $736M Power Project
A judicial suspension has stalled Adani Energy Solutions’ $736 million infrastructure project with Kenya, initially set up to boost the country’s electricity transmission. Kenya’s high court intervened after local activists raised legal and environmental concerns regarding the agreement between Adani and the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO). This ruling...
High Court Review Raises Stakes on Jama Masjid Protection
Delhi’s historic Jama Masjid is at the center of a complex legal and administrative discourse following submissions to the Delhi High Court by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which noted that official protection status could substantially impact the monument’s operations and regulations. In its affidavit, the ASI clarified...
India and China Coordinate on LAC Patrols Amid Tensions
India and China have made significant strides towards de-escalating their long-standing military tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), as both sides agreed to coordinate border patrols. This comes after high-level diplomatic discussions aimed at restoring peace along the contested border areas. Despite these developments, defence experts caution...
Modi and Xi to Meet Amidst Border Breakthrough at BRICS Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping during the BRICS summit in Russia. This meeting comes shortly after a significant agreement was reached on military disengagement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, ending a four-year standoff. The bilateral talks will...
Supreme Court Upholds Secularism as Core Constitutional Principle
India’s Supreme Court reiterated that secularism remains an integral part of the Constitution’s basic structure during hearings on Monday. Justice Sanjiv Khanna, leading the bench alongside Justice Sanjay Kumar, emphasized that several rulings affirm secularism’s position within the Constitution. This was highlighted in the context of petitions challenging the...
Supreme Court Stays Order for Closure of Madrassas Nationwide
The Supreme Court has issued a stay on the recommendation made by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), which had urged the closure of government-funded or aided madrassas for not adhering to the Right to Education (RTE) Act. The decision comes amid widespread concern regarding the...
