Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief CP Radhakrishnan has been elected as India’s next Vice President after securing majority support in Parliament. He defeated Opposition nominee B Sudershan Reddy as several regional parties abstained.
Today, on 2nd September, On Day 7 of the Presidential Reference hearing, the Supreme Court questioned, “What if the Governor does not follow the timeline?” The Bench examined the consequences of delays in assenting to bills, highlighting executive accountability.
Today, on 2nd September, On Day 7 of the Presidential Reference hearing, the Supreme Court questioned, “What if the Governor does not follow the timeline?” The Bench examined the consequences of delays in assenting to bills, highlighting executive accountability.
The Centre told the Supreme Court that fixing timelines for President and Governors to act on Bills would upset the constitutional balance, stressing such powers are “non-justiciable.” SG Tushar Mehta warned that judicial overreach could trigger “constitutional disorder.”
Today, On 16th June, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin Slammed Governor RN Ravi, saying he has not changed his ways despite the Supreme Court verdict and is deliberately holding back the Kalaignar University Bill, stalling key state development and welfare plans.
Tamil Nadu Governor cleared two Bills enabling nomination of persons with disabilities to local bodies, benefiting over 12,000 people. Reacting to the move, MK Stalin said, “He is afraid of the Supreme Court,” targeting the Governor.
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.
The Bombay High Court today dismissed a PIL challenging Maharashtra’s ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’ scheme, stating it benefits women without discrimination. The court deemed the scheme a valid policy decision beyond judicial interference. The PIL’s arguments about political motivation and discriminatory nature were disregarded, and the court emphasized the scheme’s social welfare intent.
