On Monday, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna recused himself from hearing two significant pleas regarding the finalisation of the constitutions for the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the All India Football Federation (AIFF). These constitutions were drafted by former Supreme Court judge Justice L. Nageswara Rao. CJI Khanna informed the bench, which included Justice Sanjay Kumar, that he would not participate in the proceedings because of his prior involvement with the case in t

The Supreme Court of India on Friday emphasized the need for an effective mechanism to combat caste-based discrimination in educational institutions across the country. The bench, consisting of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, addressed the sensitive issue and directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) to notify draft regulations to ensure that caste-based discrimination is prevented in central, state, private, and deemed universities. The Court specifically asked the UGC

A Bangladesh court on Thursday rejected the bail plea of Chinmoy Krishna Das, a prominent Hindu monk and spokesperson for the Bangladesh Sammilit Sanatan Jagran Jote. Das, who previously served as a leader in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), was arrested on charges of sedition and other offenses. The Chattogram Metropolitan Sessions Judge Md Saiful Islam denied the bail request following a 30-minute hearing, which was held with heightened security. The bail petiti

On May 22, 2004, Dr. Manmohan Singh, clad in his signature white kurta-pyjama and blue turban, was sworn in as India's 14th Prime Minister at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. This moment was a political surprise, as Sonia Gandhi, despite leading the Congress-led UPA coalition to victory, chose not to assume the role due to political resistance and personal reasons. Instead, she stepped aside in favor of Dr. Singh, a respected economist with no mass political base. Dr. Singh’s rise

The question of where Santa Claus lives has sparked a variety of claims from countries across the globe. Finland, for instance, touts Korvatunturi in Lapland as Santa's home, drawing tourists to the region. Denmark points to Greenland, Sweden suggests Mora, and all these locations are close to the North Pole, contributing to the myth of a snowy Santa home. However, this image of Santa as a jolly man with reindeer and a sleigh was not always so cheerful. Historically, European fo

The Delhi High Court has denied anticipatory bail to former IAS trainee officer Puja Khedkar, who is facing serious charges of forgery, cheating, and attempting to deceive authorities in order to secure benefits for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam. Khedkar is accused of falsely claiming physical and mental disabilities, altering her name and surname, and forging an OBC certificate to qualify for the examination. The court observed that her actions were part of a larger conspir

In a significant legal development, the Bombay High Court has upheld the Maharashtra government's decision to award the Dharavi slum redevelopment project to the Adani Group, dismissing a challenge filed by UAE-based Seclink Technologies. The court ruled that there was no evidence of "arbitrariness, unreasonableness, or perversity" in the state government's decision-making process. Seclink Technologies had alleged that the tender conditions were specifically designed to favo

A Chinese court has ruled that Li, a man involved in a complicated breakup, is not required to return a 300,000 Yuan (₹3.2 crore) gift given to him by his ex-girlfriend, Xu. The unusual legal case, which has gained significant attention, centers on the couple's tumultuous relationship. Li and Xu had been in a stable relationship since 2018 until 2020, when Li discovered that Xu had an affair with his nephew. The revelation led to a breakup, but Xu later transferred a large sum of money

Telangana High Court Directs Action on JHCHS President’s Disqualification: The Telangana High Court has intervened in a dispute over the disqualification of the president of Jubilee Hills Co-Operative Housing Society Limited (JHCHS). In a recent ruling, Justice T. Madhavi Devi ordered the commissioner for cooperation and registrar of cooperative societies to review the membership records of the cu

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded senior bureaucrats in Delhi, including the Chief Secretary, for the delayed payment of dues to construction workers impacted by the city's construction ban aimed at reducing pollution. The court had ordered that workers should be compensated during the ban, which was imposed on November 18, but only partial payment had been made. The government had promised ₹8,000 to over 90,000 workers, but many had only received ₹2,000 as an immediate relie

The Bombay High Court recently condemned the rising number of frivolous petitions filed to stall redevelopment projects, calling it the "cheapest method" to delay legitimate work. In this case, a 67-year-old tenant, Khimjibhai Patadia, filed a petition claiming tenancy rights to resist eviction from the 83-year-old Bubna bungalow in Kandivali, Mumbai. The property was set for redevelopment, with all other tenants already vacating. Patadia's claims were rejected by the court, whi

The Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to respond to a petition challenging the legality of the Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces Act, 2024. The petition, filed by the All Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registrar and Kazi Association, contests the newly enacted law, which replaces the Assam Moslem Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935. The court has given the state government four weeks to respond and has stated that the issue of int

The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the National Capital Region (NCR) states, including Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, for failing to pay compensation to construction workers after air pollution led to a halt in construction activities. The court emphasized that action only begins when it summons top officers and demanded proof of payments made to the workers. Despite its orders, none of the states had shown evidence of compensation. The court has now asked the

The Allahabad High Court has directed Additional Solicitor General (ASG) S.B. Pandey to seek instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs and submit a response regarding the citizenship petition involving Rahul Gandhi by December 19, 2024. The matter was adjourned for hearing in the week beginning December 19, with the Court urging the government to present its findings on the issue. This follows a previous petition filed by S. Vignesh Shishir, a resident of Karnataka, who had pre

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court of India dismissed a petition filed by KA Paul, seeking to bring back ballot paper voting in elections instead of the current use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). During the hearing, the Court raised questions about the motivations behind Paul's petition, especially given his background as the president of an organization focused on humanitarian work, including rescuing orphans and widow

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has raised concerns over the whereabouts of seven social media activists affiliated with the YSR Congress party who were reportedly arrested by the police for posting abusive messages against political rivals. The court admitted arguments on six habeas corpus petitions filed by the activists' family members and requested CCTV footage from the relevant police stations to determine the activists' status between November 4 and November 7. The state

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed the State's power to requisition private property for public welfare under Articles 31C and 39B of the Constitution. In an 8-1 majority decision led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, the court ruled that while privately owned property can theoretically qualify as community resources under Article 39B, not all private property falls under this category.The bench outlined specific factors to consider when determining if a resource

The United States boasts an electoral system that is distinct from those of other nations, particularly regarding its timeline for transferring power. While many countries transition to new leadership swiftly after elections, the U.S. implements a measured approach, with voters casting their ballots in November and the new president being inaugurated the following January. This 11-week transition period, although seemingly lengthy, is actually a reduction from the four months originally allow

Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been officially appointed as the next Chief Justice of India, set to take office on November 11, 2024. The announcement, confirmed by Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, comes after receiving approval from President Droupadi Murmu. Justice Khanna, currently the second senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, will succeed CJI DY Chandrachud, who is retiring on November 10, 2024. This appointment follows the convention of the retiring Chief Justice recommending

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) questioning the colors of Anna Canteen buildings is likely politically motivated. The Anna Canteens, established to provide affordable meals, have featured yellow and red colors since their inception, and there have been no recent changes to this scheme. The PIL was filed by Chandrasekhar Reddy, former president of the AP NGO Association, who alleged that the TDP was imposing its party colors on these government-f