The Uttarakhand High Court permitted to continue the panchayat elections after going through the reservation roster. It lifted the earlier stay order of June 23, bringing major relief to the state government.
Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the 25th Central Zonal Council meeting in Varanasi, focusing on women’s safety, rural banking, and healthcare. Key discussions include improving investigations of sexual offences, enhancing financial services in rural areas, and addressing regional issues. The meeting emphasizes cooperative federalism for national development.
Today, On 14th April, In his Ambedkar Jayanti speech in Hisar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress for opposing the amended Waqf law, accusing them of “appeasing fundamentalists” and misusing the Constitution for vote-bank politics. He emphasized that the new law would end land “loot” and benefit poor Muslims.
The Supreme Court of India has responded to Jitendra Narayan Tyagi’s plea to consolidate multiple criminal cases against him for inflammatory speeches made during the 2021 Haridwar Dharam Sansad. Tyagi cites threats to his life and requests the transfer of a Srinagar case to Haridwar, while the court has issued notices for responses from relevant governments.
For the first time in 163 years, the Calcutta High Court now has eight women judges. This milestone was achieved after the swearing-in of three additional judges. The increased representation marks a step toward gender balance in the judiciary. It also inspires more women to pursue legal careers despite challenges.
Today, On 27th February, A PIL has been filed in the Nainital High Court questioning the constitutional validity of the UCC Act and its rules. The petition argues that the Act may violate fundamental rights and constitutional principles. The court is expected to examine whether the legislation aligns with legal and democratic frameworks. This challenge could have important legal and societal implications.
