Today(on 5th August), The Supreme Court of India is set to rule on the AAP-led Delhi government’s plea against the LG’s nomination of aldermen to the MCD without consulting the council of ministers. The decision will impact the balance of power between elected representatives and appointed officials in Delhi’s governance.
Today(on 25th July),The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on Thursday regarding whether the royalty on minerals constitutes a tax under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, and whether only the Centre or states also have the authority to levy such charges on mineral-bearing land.
The Supreme Court today recently ruled against the derogatory portrayal of differently abled individuals in cinema, emphasizing the need to accurately depict their experiences and achievements. This landmark decision seeks to end the perpetuation of discriminatory attitudes and promote the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in visual media. The ruling aims to shift the narrative from one of limitation to one of potential and agency.
On Sunday(14th July),The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) plans to challenge the Supreme Court’s ruling on maintenance for divorced women after the Iddat period and the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand. During their working committee meeting, they approved eight resolutions addressing these issues.
Today(on 25th May),The ECI released absolute voter numbers for the first five polling phases, alongside expanding its data release format. This follows the Supreme Court’s refusal to consider a plea directing the ECI to publish final voter turnout data for all polling stations, which the Commission sees as a validation of its position.
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.
