The Supreme Court of India is considering whether nuns earning salaries should be exempt from income tax due to their vow of poverty. This legal battle, brought by Christian missionary groups, raised the issue of “civil death” and its implications for tax obligations. The contention centers on whether their income is accrued for personal benefit or religious charity.
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, denounced the alleged tampering of ballot papers during the Chandigarh Mayor elections as a “murder of democracy.” The Court issued a notice, ordered the preservation of evidence, and halted further municipal activities, demonstrating its commitment to upholding democratic values and fair electoral processes.
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to review Manish Sisodia’s bail plea in the Delhi excise policy case, where he has been in custody for almost a year. The court’s proactive approach to the matter was evident, but no specific date was provided for the proceedings. Sisodia’s legal troubles stem from allegations of financial irregularities in the Delhi excise policy, which was later scrapped. The court had previously denied bail and ordered an expedited trial. Sisodia filed a review plea which was dismissed, showcasing the stringent judicial processes involved in such high-profile cases.
In its order, the high court had stated, “The underlying object of the legislation, as has been succinctly put by counsel for the petitioners, is to create an artificial gap and a discrimination qua the citizens of India.” Furthermore, the high court held the opinion that it is beyond the purview of the state to […]
A Hindu party seeks an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey of the Gyanvapi Mosque’s cellars to establish its religious significance, highlighting the ongoing dispute with the Muslim community. The petitioner advocates for modern methods to access blocked cellars without damaging the mosque’s structure, reflecting the broader quest for historical truth and religious reconciliation in India.
On Monday, the Supreme Court decided to withhold its decision on a request made by RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav to move a criminal defamation case, currently awaiting judgment in an Ahmedabad court, to another location. The Supreme Court of India, on Monday, delivered its verdict regarding a plea by Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi […]
Kerala’s financial crisis has raised concerns for the central government, as it scrutinizes the state’s economic management. The dispute revolves around Kerala’s request to borrow more money, which the central government opposes, citing worries about the state’s growing financial issues and management. This tension has escalated as Kerala brought the matter to the Supreme Court, highlighting the struggle between state autonomy and central oversight.
On Monday, the Supreme Court declined to consider a petition that demanded “mandatory registration” for devotees planning to visit Kerala’s Sabarimala temple. “Do you have such confidence that your petition will be rejected?” Justice Kant inquired. The Supreme Court on Monday declined to consider a plea for the “compulsory registration” of pilgrims visiting the Sabarimala […]
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider the plea by Uddhav Thackeray’s faction, challenging the Maharashtra Assembly Speaker’s decision to recognize Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena Bloc as the “real political party” after their split. The Thackeray faction alleges unconstitutional power intrusion and unlawful governance and seeks interim measures to prevent Shinde’s group from participating in Assembly sessions.
The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has invoked its extraordinary powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to remit the 20-year sentence of a Tamil Nadu man, Sankar, convicted of aggravated sexual assault against a 14-year-old girl, who he later married and fathered children with. This ruling, delivered by a […]
