The Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana has issued notices to 16 advocates regarding allegations of bench hunting at the High Court. Senior Advocates Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Mukul Rohatgi will also be asked to respond to the Privilege Committee.
The Supreme Court of India has authorized the Election Commission to advance with the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, highlighting the inclusion of Aadhaar, voter ID, and ration card for verification. This decision addresses concerns from petitioners and emphasizes transparency, impacting future electoral processes across states.
During the hearing, the Chief Justice clearly stated that the courts cannot interfere with a law made by Parliament unless there is a strong and obvious constitutional problem. NEW DELHI: 20th May: The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, heard a series of petitions today against the Waqf Amendment […]
The Joint Parliamentary Committee on ‘One Nation, One Election’ will meet on April 22, 2025, to discuss the implications of synchronizing elections in India. Experts presented varied views, addressing potential benefits like reduced costs and increased governance efficiency. Concerns regarding representation of regional issues and constitutional integrity were also raised.
Rajya Sabha MP Abhishek Singhvi expressed concerns that the judiciary might declare the Waqf Bill “unconstitutional.” The bill seeks to address flaws in the previous law and improve the functioning of Waqf boards. It aims to streamline the registration process and enhance transparency. Additionally, it promotes the use of technology for better management of Waqf records.
