Constitution of India
Constitution of India
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Supreme Court rules bank staff's interest-free loans taxable as perquisites under Income Tax Act, upholding validity of Section 17(2)(viii).
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Judiciary
SC directs States/UTs to revisit policy regime on 'History Sheet' [Read Judgment]
SC orders States/UTs to revise policies on police 'history sheets' to ensure privacy and dignity, following Supreme Court guidelines.
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Judiciary
Delhi HC in MCD textbooks case: Can't trample children's fundamental rights because Delhi CM in jail [Read Judgment]
Delhi HC rules Kejriwal's jailing can't hinder MCD students from receiving textbooks and other educational rights.
Legislative Corner
Constitutional Amendments Suggested By The Panel On “One Nation One Election”
Report by panel suggests amendments for 'One Nation One Election' to streamline polls and improve governance. Read detailed insights.
WhatsApp has threatened to exit India if asked to “break end-to-end encryption”
WhatsApp has threatened to exit India if directed by law to break end-to-end encryption offered on its digital messaging platform.
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Supreme Court Orders Man to Pay Rs 25 Lakh for Misappropriating Wife's Jewellery on Wedding Night [Read Judgment]
Supreme Court orders man to pay Rs 25 lakh for taking wife's jewelry in 2003, emphasizing her right to stridhan as absolute property.
Denying child care leave to working mothers of disabled children violated constitutional mandate: SC
Supreme Court of India rules denying child care leave for mothers of disabled kids violates constitutional rights.
SC grants permission for medical termination of pregnancy of 14-yr-old rape survivor
Supreme Court grants medical termination of pregnancy to 14-yr-old rape survivor after assessing adverse health impacts, setting aside Bombay HC's decision.
Need to safeguard judiciary from unwarranted pressures: 21 ex-judges write letter to CJI
21 ex-judges write to CJI Chandrachud urging protection of judiciary from pressures undermining its integrity and autonomy.
Nariman always recognised his highest duty was to court, Constitution: CJI
Chief Justice of India honors Fali S Nariman's legacy, emphasizing his dedication to justice, unwavering commitment to the Constitution, and enduring legal prowess.
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SC stays Alld HC's order striking down Madarsa Act [Read Order]
Supreme Court stays Allahabad HC's order striking down UP Madarsa Act, citing inconsistency with Article 28(1) of Constitution and concerns for students' right
Plea filed in SC against Alld HC's order declaring Madarsa Act as unconstitutional
Plea challenges Allahabad High Court’s ruling on Madarsa Act, deeming it unconstitutional. SC petition argues violation of fundamental rights and secularism principles.
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'Will lead to chaos, uncertainty,' SC dismisses plea for stay on appointment of ECs
Supreme Court dismisses plea against new EC appointments without CJI, citing potential chaos and the importance of procedure in the 2023 law.
SC declines to stay Citizenship Amendment Act
Supreme Court declines to stay Citizenship Amendment Act rules, issuing notice for Centre's response by April 9, amidst debates on constitutionality.
CAA rules have unholy nexus with NRC; to act as incentives for Muslims to change faith for citizenship, Owaisi tells SC
AIMIM's Asaduddin Owaisi challenges India's CAA in Supreme Court, claiming it incentivizes religious conversion for citizenship and discriminates against Muslims.
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Supreme Court to hear on May 17 plea by ADR on release of voters turnout data
SC to hear plea on May 17 by ADR for immediate release of detailed voter turnout data after each polling phase.
13 May, 2024 01:57 PM
Assessing the Implications of Social Media Regulations in India
Exploring India's new social media regulations: impacts on privacy, expression, and innovation, balancing security with fundamental rights.
13 May, 2024 06:25 PM
Indian Courts this Week: Law Street Journal's Weekly Round-Up of SC & HCs [May 6 - May 10]
Get the latest updates from India's Supreme Court and the High Courts ! Here’s a round up of the week's top legal stories in a quick, easy-to-read summary.
13 May, 2024 10:29 AM
SC dismisses Union govt's plea against bail to Maoist financer in case of attack on police party in Jharkhand [Read Judgment]
SC rejects govt's plea against bail for accused in Jharkhand police attack case, citing absence of violated bail conditions.
13 May, 2024 11:33 AM
3,800 metric tonnes of solid wastes going untreated everyday in Delhi SC records concern
The Supreme Court expressed concern as 3,800 metric tonnes of solid waste in Delhi go untreated daily. The issue must be addressed promptly beyond political lines.
14 May, 2024 11:30 AM
No legal right, propriety yes SC declines to consider plea for removal of Kejriwal as Delhi CM
SC declines plea for Kejriwal's removal as Delhi CM: Legal right questioned, propriety acknowledged. Interim bail granted for campaign.
13 May, 2024 04:47 PM