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Trump, Rubio attack South Africa’s land acquisition law: How do India & US compare?Subscriber Only
February 06, 2025 16:32 IST
What are the commonalities in how the right to private property evolved across South Africa, the US and India? We explain.
Sun, Feb 09, 2025
How Dalit couple argued own case, won damages for intellectual property lossSubscriber Only
February 06, 2025 04:20 IST
It was a fight that would end up in the courts, which sat in judgment on a fundamental question of law: does ‘damage to property’ in the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act include intellectual property (IP)?
Thu, Feb 06, 2025
The halal certification ban in Uttar Pradesh, and the case in SC so farSubscriber Only
January 28, 2025 17:51 IST
What exactly is halal food? Who issues halal certificates? What are the arguments for and against such certificates? And what has the SC done so far?
Tue, Jan 28, 2025
Split verdicts: Why SC decision in Chhattisgarh burial case is a departure from the normSubscriber Only
January 28, 2025 13:46 IST
In case of a split verdict, the case is usually referred to a larger Bench. Why did that not happen in this case?
Tue, Jan 28, 2025
Explained: The birthright citizenship debate in the USSubscriber Only
January 24, 2025 17:45 IST
Here is a look at the history of birthright citizenship in the US, how it has evolved over the years, and if India automatically grants citizenship to those born on its soil
Sat, Jan 25, 2025
Why Supreme Court suggested appointing retired High Court judges on ‘ad hoc’ basisSubscriber Only
January 23, 2025 15:36 IST
The Supreme Court, as well as some earlier Law Commissions, have previously batted for such appointments and laid down detailed guidelines for it.
Sat, Jan 25, 2025
What does Donald Trump mean when he says there are ‘only two genders’?Subscriber Only
January 22, 2025 16:58 IST
On his very first day in office, US President Donald Trump issued a slew of executive orders which rolled back protections to LGBTQIA+ persons extended by the Biden administration
Thu, Jan 23, 2025
Mitigating circumstances: Why RG Kar rape case convict was not given death penaltySubscriber Only
January 21, 2025 07:43 IST
The understanding of mitigating and aggravating circumstances has evolved over the years, and new factors have been added to the list through several decisions.
Tue, Jan 21, 2025
What Trump executive order says on restoring TikTok, why US Supreme Court earlier banned itSubscriber Only
January 20, 2025 18:21 IST
Why was TikTok banned in the first place? Why did the US top court choose to uphold the ban? What has Trump's stand on TikTok been?
Tue, Jan 21, 2025
Why SC dismissed PIL pertaining to ‘memorial scam’, involving Mayawati and BSPSubscriber Only
January 19, 2025 08:10 IST
The PIL was filed in 2009 by two advocates — Ravi Kant and Sukumar — seeking directions to stop further construction, and remove the statues of Mayawati and the elephants
Fri, Jan 17, 2025
Abetment of suicide charges should not be ‘mechanically’ invoked: What SC said, whySubscriber Only
January 18, 2025 16:02 IST
What are the ingredients for an abetment to suicide charge? What is the bar set by the SC for prosecuting such cases?
Fri, Jan 17, 2025
‘Those courageous to take risks are often most successful’: Who is Justice K Vinod Chandran, set to take oath as Supreme Court judge todaySubscriber Only
January 16, 2025 07:20 IST
Justice Chandran, the Chief Justice of Patna High Court was recommended by the Supreme Court Collegium for appointment as SC judge and will have a tenure of over three years and is set to retire on April 24, 2028.
Thu, Jan 16, 2025
Bail under PMLA: interpretation by SC, HCs of the law on the exception for womenSubscriber Only
January 16, 2025 07:00 IST
A Supreme Court bench was hearing the case of Shashi Bala, a government school teacher who has been accused of aiding the Shine City Group of Companies in a money laundering scam.
Mon, Jan 20, 2025
Wife can get maintenance even if she defies court order to go back to husband: what SC has ruled and whySubscriber Only
January 15, 2025 17:50 IST
At issue is Section 9 of the Hindu Marriage Act, which allows a court to pass a decree of ‘restitution of conjugal rights’. It has argued that the provision has no place in modern society. What are the questions in this legal battle?
Thu, Jan 16, 2025
Is it a crime to offer a bribe even if it is refused? The question before Supreme CourtSubscriber Only
January 02, 2025 21:16 IST
Though a 2018 amendment to the PCA clearly made it a crime to even offer a bribe, separate High Courts have offered different perspectives.
Fri, Jan 03, 2025
Why Karnataka HC held transgender people can change their name and gender on birth certificatesSubscriber Only
December 30, 2024 19:34 IST
What does the law say about transgender people changing their name and identity on official documents, such as Aadhar card, passport, and others?
Sat, Jan 04, 2025
Why credit card holders cannot challenge excessive interest rates in consumer courtSubscriber Only
December 26, 2024 20:04 IST
A Bench of Justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma last week held that the interest rate charged by banks could not be challenged as an “unfair trade practice”
Fri, Jan 03, 2025
Ex-SC judge V Ramasubramanian appointed new NHRC chairpersonSubscriber Only
December 24, 2024 04:08 IST
Was part of several benches in key cases, including one that upheld demonetisation.
Tue, Dec 24, 2024
Ex-SC judge Sanjay Kaul appointed member of Bahrain International Commercial CourtSubscriber Only
December 23, 2024 04:20 IST
The BICC is a part of the Bahrain government’s “Team Bahrain” to enhance private sector investment in the country by providing a forum for dispute resolution between parties.
Mon, Dec 23, 2024
Former Supreme Court judge Madan Lokur to chair UN Internal Justice CouncilSubscriber Only
December 22, 2024 03:23 IST
The Internal Justice Council comprises five members appointed by the Secretary-General. The other four members on the list are Carmen Artigas (Uruguay), Rosalie Balkin (Australia), Stefan Brezina (Austria) and Jay Pozenal (United States of America).
Sun, Dec 22, 2024
Supreme Court expands the reach of NIA’s powers: What was the case?Subscriber Only
December 20, 2024 16:51 IST
The Supreme Court held that the NIA has the power to investigate offences “connected” to the main Scheduled Offence that is already under investigation — even if the connected offence was committed by a separate person who is not an accused in the Scheduled Offence
Sat, Dec 21, 2024
Is coconut oil an edible oil or a haircare product? Here is what Supreme Court ruledSubscriber Only
December 19, 2024 12:45 IST
Since 2017, with the introduction of the new GST regime of taxation, coconut oil carries are taxed at a 5% rate whereas products under the “Preparations for use on the hair” category carry a 18% tax.
Fri, Dec 20, 2024
PM Modi accuses Nehru of wanting to ‘hide’ Article 35A: What’s the basis of his chargeSubscriber Only
December 19, 2024 08:03 IST
Article 35A, which pertained to J&K and now stands scrapped, was introduced through a presidential order in 1954. The challenge to it argued that it allowed Centre to amend the Constitution even though this power solely lies with Parliament
Thu, Dec 19, 2024
Rohit Bal succession controversy: what are the elements of a valid will?Subscriber Only
December 17, 2024 15:05 IST
Rohit Bal's will is the subject of a dispute between his long-time friend Lalit Tehlan, and his family, led by his step-brother Rajiv Bal. What are the contents of a will, and can it be challenged in court? We explain.
Wed, Dec 18, 2024
How Supreme Court, govt have attempted to define importance of religion in SC & OBC reservationsSubscriber Only
December 15, 2024 15:13 IST
The recognition of a religious community, such as Muslims, as OBC beneficiaries based on religion has led to contentious debates. Whether Scheduled Caste religious converts are eligible for reservation is another issue that has been challenged in court.
Tue, Dec 17, 2024Journalism of Courage
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