The Bangladesh government labeled ISKCON a “fundamentalist” group amid rising tensions following the arrest of a Hindu priest, which sparked protests for minority protections. The interim administration faces criticism over its handling of anti-Hindu violence. Diplomatic strains with India increased as it urged protection for Hindu communities, prompting a defensive response from Dhaka.
The Supreme Court reserved its verdict on petitions challenging the inclusion of “socialist” and “secular” in the Indian Constitution’s Preamble, scheduled for November 25. CJI Sanjiv Khanna emphasized secularism as a core constitutional aspect and noted prior judicial review of the 42nd Amendment, rejecting claims of its unconstitutionality during the Emergency.
A writ petition in the Supreme Court requests the removal of “socialism” and “secularism” from India’s Constitution Preamble, arguing they were added unconstitutionally during the 1976 Emergency. The petitioner claims modifications without state ratification distort its authenticity, conflict with contemporary values, and challenge Parliament’s amendment powers, questioning the balance between evolving democratic values and historical intent.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticized Congress for its Muslim appeasement policies and their impact on public support. He announced plans for new legislation to limit Waqf’s unchecked authority, aiming for greater accountability and reform. Joshi called for the removal of Waqf Minister Zamir Ahmed Khan and urged transparency around property management practices in Karnataka.
The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, reserved its verdict on (22nd October) on pleas challenging the Allahabad High Court’s ruling that deemed the Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Act unconstitutional. The court emphasized India’s diverse religious education and addressed the necessity of regulating madrasas while supporting their integration into mainstream education.
The Supreme Court, today (21st October) addressing challenges to the 42nd Amendment’s inclusion of “socialist” and “secular” in the Preamble, emphasized these terms’ relevance in the Indian context rather than solely from a Western view. Justices questioned the amendment’s legitimacy due to lack of parliamentary debate during the national emergency, scheduling further hearings for November.
The Supreme Court of India, today (21st Oct)led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, dismissed a petition by Dr. SN Kundra aimed at replacing “Hindutva” with “Bharatiya Samvidhanatva.” The court deemed the plea a “complete abuse of the process,” reflecting hesitation to alter foundational political concepts, despite concerns over religious nationalism’s impact on governance.
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A special court in Bengaluru has ordered an investigation into Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah regarding the MUDA scam, following the Karnataka High Court’s validation of the Governor’s sanction for the probe into the alleged illegal allotment of 14 sites to his wife, Parvathi. This could involve significant legal and political consequences for Siddaramaiah.
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The Supreme Court today has set a final hearing on August 13 for petitions challenging the annulment of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004. The Act was declared unconstitutional by the Allahabad High Court, but the Supreme Court highlighted the need for regulatory measures and stayed the high court’s judgment.