The Supreme Court of India expressed concern over successive governments failing to enact legislation ensuring the independent functioning of the Election Commission of India during hearings challenging the validity of the 2023 appointment law.
The Supreme Court of India observed that if every religious practice or ritual is challenged before constitutional courts, it could lead to excessive litigation, weakening religions and affecting India’s civilizational fabric, while stressing that religion remains deeply connected with the country’s social structure.
The Supreme Court has started final hearing on Andhra Pradesh’s challenge to the Centre’s fresh reference under the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act in the Krishna river dispute. The State argues the 2023 notification is unconstitutional and overrides the mechanism under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014.
Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and senior advocate Haresh Jagtiani have approached the Bombay High Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Centre’s Sahyog Portal. They argue that the portal enables arbitrary online content takedowns without notice or hearing, violating free speech and Supreme Court safeguards.
