Today, On 6th November, the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly passed a resolution calling for dialogue to restore Article 370, which granted special status to the region. BJP members opposed the motion, claiming it was not on the agenda, leading to chaos in the assembly. The resolution emphasizes the importance of the special status for Jammu and Kashmir’s identity and rights.
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Today, On 23rd October, the Allahabad High Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for not responding to a case regarding demolitions in Bahraich. The court expressed frustration over delays and instructed the state to provide detailed information about the road’s category. Affected residents were given 15 days to respond to demolition notices.
Today, 22nd October, the Supreme Court temporarily halted bulldozer actions linked to the Bahraich violence case, agreeing to review challenges against demolition notices. The Uttar Pradesh government assured no action will be taken until the next hearing. Concerns about sensitive demolition practices prompted this temporary stay for further examination.
The Supreme Court today recently ruled against the derogatory portrayal of differently abled individuals in cinema, emphasizing the need to accurately depict their experiences and achievements. This landmark decision seeks to end the perpetuation of discriminatory attitudes and promote the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in visual media. The ruling aims to shift the narrative from one of limitation to one of potential and agency.
Former Supreme Court Judge Madan Lokur emphasized the constitutional right to silence for arrested individuals during a discussion on freedom of expression. He highlighted the interconnectedness of fundamental rights and warned about suppressing freedom of speech. Parallelly, Prabir Purkayastha reflected on his experiences and emphasized democratic resilience and support for those imprisoned.