The Supreme Court has highlighted the dangers of celebratory firing at weddings, emphasizing the loss of innocent lives. The accessibility of illegal firearms, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, was criticized as a violation of the right to life. Justices also emphasized that the right to bear arms is not a fundamental right protected by the Constitution.
Supreme Court Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gaval stressed the crucial role of judicial review in India’s governance at a Harvard Kennedy School lecture, highlighting its impact on executive accountability and policy shaping. He emphasized the judiciary’s duty to ensure legality and constitutionality of government actions, and the transformative influence of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in empowering citizens and upholding constitutional vitality.
On 28th March(Today), the Solicitor General of India, Tushar Mehta, delivered a lecture at Jindal Global Law School titled “The Journey of the Supreme Court of India on the Fundamental Rights.” He emphasized the struggle and evolution of fundamental rights, from the Government of India Act of 1935 to present-day challenges, and highlighted the pivotal role of Justice Bhagwati in shaping India’s legal system.
The Supreme Court set aside the order against Bloomberg’s report on Zee Entertainment, which alleged a $241 million accounting irregularity. It emphasized the need for a more thorough assessment of facts in such cases, nullifying the injunction. The Court expressed dissatisfaction with the prior decisions and stressed the necessity for a proper evaluation before granting an injunction.
Today(on 15th March),Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, to review all petitions regarding CAA and Citizenship Rules on March 19. NEW DELHI: Today(on 15th March),The Supreme Court of India, under the leadership of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, has announced its decision to examine all petitions related to the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) of […]
Today, Kerala CPI MP Binoy Viswam strongly opposes the implementation of the divisive Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), arguing it undermines India’s secular values. He is actively challenging the CAA legally and politically, criticizing its impact on secularism and equality. Viswam is committed to defending the secular fabric of India against such divisive laws.
On Wednesday(13th March), The Kerala government, led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, is set to challenge the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in the Supreme Court following the central government’s recent notification of CAA rules. This reaffirms the state’s persistent opposition to the CAA, rooted in the belief that it infringes upon the Indian Constitution’s fundamental principles.
On 8th March: During the ‘Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman’ campaign, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized the need for mutual respect and fraternity to maintain equality and unity in the nation. He highlighted the importance of upholding values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity within the Constitution and urged for an inclusive and just society.
The Calcutta High Court ordered the release of a Pakistani national who had completed a three-year prison term but was detained due to Pakistan’s refusal to acknowledge his citizenship. Emphasizing equality and personal liberty, the court stated that his continued detention violated his right to dignity. The decision comes after the petitioner filed a plea seeking release to reunite with his family.
Former Supreme Court Justice KM Joseph emphasized that the Indian Constitution inherently embraces secular values, regardless of the explicit mention of ‘secularism’ in the preamble. He highlighted that the removal of the word “secular” would not diminish the equality guaranteed under relevant articles. Justice Joseph underlined the significance of secularism as a basic feature of the Constitution.
