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    ‘Nobody Is Above You’: Mamata Banerjee Urges CJI to ‘Save Constitution, Save Democracy’ Amid ED Targeting Claims
    ‘Nobody Is Above You’: Mamata Banerjee Urges CJI to ‘Save Constitution, Save Democracy’ Amid ED Targeting Claims
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    ‘Nobody Is Above You’: Mamata Banerjee Urges CJI to ‘Save Constitution, Save Democracy’ Amid ED Targeting Claims

    West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, speaking before CJI Surya Kant at the Calcutta High Court’s Jalpaiguri Circuit Bench inauguration, urged the judiciary to protect the Constitution and democracy. Her remarks came amid the ED raids controversy involving I-PAC, with Banerjee alleging deliberate targeting by central agencies.

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    Minority Schools Knock Delhi High Court Doors Against New Law Making Govt Approval Mandatory for Fee Hikes
    Minority Schools Knock Delhi High Court Doors Against New Law Making Govt Approval Mandatory for Fee Hikes
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    Minority Schools Knock Delhi High Court Doors Against New Law Making Govt Approval Mandatory for Fee Hikes

    Minority schools have approached the Delhi High Court challenging a new law that makes government approval mandatory for school fee increases. They argue the law violates Article 30 of the Constitution, which protects minority institutions’ right to manage their own affairs.

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    ‘The Constitution Is Our Only Guide’: Justice Abhay S Oka Dismisses ‘Divine or Bovine’ Influence in Judicial Decisions
    ‘The Constitution Is Our Only Guide’: Justice Abhay S Oka Dismisses ‘Divine or Bovine’ Influence in Judicial Decisions
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    ‘The Constitution Is Our Only Guide’: Justice Abhay S Oka Dismisses ‘Divine or Bovine’ Influence in Judicial Decisions

    Former Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka said judges are guided only by the Constitution and law, rejecting any ‘divine’ or external influence in delivering verdicts. He stressed that every judicial decision must strictly stand the test of constitutional principles and legal reasoning.

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    Liberty Is Our Constitutional Scheme, Not State’s Gift But Its First Obligation: Supreme Court
    Liberty Is Our Constitutional Scheme, Not State’s Gift But Its First Obligation: Supreme Court
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    Liberty Is Our Constitutional Scheme, Not State’s Gift But Its First Obligation: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court emphasized that liberty in India’s Constitution is not a privilege granted by the State but its foremost responsibility. This came while hearing a passport renewal plea of a coal block convict facing UAPA charges.

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    President Murmu Releases Constitution in Santhali, Boosts Tribal Language Inclusion
    President Murmu Releases Constitution in Santhali, Boosts Tribal Language Inclusion
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    President Murmu Releases Constitution in Santhali, Boosts Tribal Language Inclusion

    President Droupadi Murmu released the Constitution of India in Santhali language written in the Ol Chiki script, calling it a proud moment for the Santhali community. The move will help Santhali-speaking tribal citizens easily read and understand the Constitution in their own language.

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    “Judges Must Speak Through Judgments, Not Popular Opinion”: Ex-CJI B R Gavai Warns Against Loose Remarks
    “Judges Must Speak Through Judgments, Not Popular Opinion”: Ex-CJI B R Gavai Warns Against Loose Remarks
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    “Judges Must Speak Through Judgments, Not Popular Opinion”: Ex-CJI B R Gavai Warns Against Loose Remarks

    Former Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said judges must exercise restraint while pronouncing verdicts, as even light remarks are often taken out of context. He stressed that judges should decide cases strictly on facts, law, and the Constitution, not public approval.

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    “Constitution Is Supreme”: Section 35 of SARFAESI Cannot Override Constitutional Provisions, Says Supreme Court
    “Constitution Is Supreme”: Section 35 of SARFAESI Cannot Override Constitutional Provisions, Says Supreme Court
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    “Constitution Is Supreme”: Section 35 of SARFAESI Cannot Override Constitutional Provisions, Says Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court ruled that Section 35 of the SARFAESI Act cannot override any provision of the Constitution, including special protections under Article 371A for Nagaland. The Court held that SARFAESI action taken before the Act’s adoption in Nagaland was without jurisdiction and legally invalid.

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    Samvidhan Divas | From Preamble to Key Amendments: India’s Longest Constitution Explained
    Samvidhan Divas | From Preamble to Key Amendments: India’s Longest Constitution Explained
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    Samvidhan Divas | From Preamble to Key Amendments: India’s Longest Constitution Explained

    Discover the importance of Samvidhan Divas, the journey of India’s Constitution from the Preamble to key amendments, and how the world’s longest written Constitution continues to shape democracy, rights, and governance in modern India.

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    Rahul Gandhi Skips New CJI Oath Ceremony, BJP Slams Move as “Disrespect” to Ambedkar and Constitution
    Rahul Gandhi Skips New CJI Oath Ceremony, BJP Slams Move as “Disrespect” to Ambedkar and Constitution
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    Rahul Gandhi Skips New CJI Oath Ceremony, BJP Slams Move as “Disrespect” to Ambedkar and Constitution

    The BJP criticised Rahul Gandhi for not attending Justice Surya Kant’s oath-taking as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, calling it an insult to constitutional values. The party said his absence reflected “disrespect” towards Ambedkar and the ‘samvidhan’.

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    State Bar Council Polls: Supreme Court Issues Notice to BCI on Petition Challenging Ban on District, High Court Bar Leaders from Contesting
    State Bar Council Polls: Supreme Court Issues Notice to BCI on Petition Challenging Ban on District, High Court Bar Leaders from Contesting
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    State Bar Council Polls: Supreme Court Issues Notice to BCI on Petition Challenging Ban on District, High Court Bar Leaders from Contesting

    Today, On 13th November, The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Bar Council of India on a petition challenging rules that bar office bearers of district and High Court bar associations from contesting State Bar Council elections, seeking responses from BCI and UP Bar Council.

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