The Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024, has ignited a nationwide debate, with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to withdraw the proposed changes, citing concerns over minority rights and religious autonomy.
The West Bengal Government today has set up a seven-member committee, led by a retired judge of the Calcutta High Court, to review three new criminal laws that replaced the British-era laws on July 1. The committee, including state ministers, the advocate general, and police officials, will submit its findings within three months. West Bengal is the third state to amend these laws.
The Tamil Nadu government today has formed a one-man committee to suggest changes to new criminal laws. Chief Minister MK Stalin urged the committee to consult stakeholders and submit a report within a month. The laws, criticized for lack of proper discussion, sparked protests nationwide. Karnataka also seeks state-level amendments. The Union Government passed the laws in haste and without proper consultation.
Former Chief Justice of India and former Kerala Governor K Sathasivam praised new criminal laws but struggled with their Sanskrit names. He plans to request the union minister to keep the English nomenclature. The Kerala High Court will hear a case on this issue on July 26 and has also questioned the use of Sanskrit titles.
The Supreme Court of India Today(on 8th April), reinstated bail for YouTuber ‘Sattai’ Durai Murugan, accused of making derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin. The court emphasized the importance of balancing individual rights and public order, setting a precedent for protecting freedom of expression and highlighting the need for careful consideration in cases involving allegations made on digital platforms like YouTube.
The Madras High Court Today rejected ‘quo warranto’ petitions against DMK Ministers Udhayanidhi Stalin, P K Sekar Babu, and MP A Raja, dismissing challenges to their eligibility stemming from alleged disparaging remarks about Sanatana Dharma. Justice Anita Sumanth emphasized the responsibility of public officials to verify historical facts and maintain decorum, highlighting the court’s stance on free speech and public office conduct.
In a significant development, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has lodged a complaint with President Droupadi Murmu against Governor R.N. Ravi, alleging bias and unfitness for the constitutional post. The Chief Minister’s grievances include unnecessary delays in granting assent to bills adopted by the State Legislative Assembly, hindrance in sanctioning prosecution for accused persons, […]
