New Delhi: The Supreme Court continued its hearing on Wednesday regarding the Presidential reference on whether timelines can be fixed for Governors and the President to act on Bills passed by State legislatures. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta opposed the notion that Governors are mere “postmen,” asserting that they occupy a high constitutional office with an...
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Supreme Court Cites Nepal, Bangladesh Unrest While Defending Indian Constitution
The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday highlighted the importance of the nation’s constitutional framework while drawing comparisons with recent unrest in neighboring countries. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, referring to deadly protests in Nepal led by the Gen Z population, remarked, “We are proud of our constitution, see what is happening in neighbouring countries.” Justice...
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B Sudershan Reddy Named INDIA Bloc’s VP Candidate, Calls Role Equal to SC Judge
The Opposition’s INDIA bloc has unanimously chosen former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy as its candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge announced on Tuesday. Reddy is set to file his nomination on August 21. In his first statement after the nomination, Reddy emphasized the constitutional importance of the role,...
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Rahul Gandhi Launches ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar, Calls It a Fight to Save the Constitution
Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, launched the ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ from Sasaram, Bihar, on Sunday, describing it as a battle to protect India’s Constitution. The 16-day campaign aims to raise awareness about voting rights and alleged electoral malpractices. “This is a fight to save the Constitution. Across the country, RSS and...
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Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Response on Jammu and Kashmir Statehood Restoration Pleas
The Supreme Court has asked the central government to clarify its position on several petitions demanding a time-bound plan to restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. The matter was heard by a bench comprising Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod Chandran, where petitioners argued that the prolonged delay in reinstating statehood...