People Will Say I Favoured My State: CJI Surya Kant During P&H Bar Council Women’s Reservation Hearing

During the Supreme Court hearing on women’s reservation in Punjab and Haryana Bar Council elections, CJI Surya Kant emphasized his impartiality. He stated he did not want anyone to perceive that he was favoring his home state.

Election Commission Cannot Act as a Silent Spectator: Rajasthan High Court Orders Immediate Action to Hold Municipality Polls

Rajasthan High Court has directed the State Election Commission to take immediate action to conduct overdue municipality elections. The court emphasized that the Election Commission cannot remain a silent spectator, upholding local self-governance and constitutional requirements.

[Manipur] Delhi Meitei Coordinating Committee Calls for Postponement of Lok Sabha Election, Appeals to CEC and CJI

The DMCC has requested a delay in Manipur’s Lok Sabha elections due to ongoing conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo tribes. They highlighted politically driven attacks on Meitei and the compromised law and order situation, leading to an unlevel playing field for political entities. The conflict has also resulted in dire measures, including looting of firearms.