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Supreme Court Interventions: Safeguarding the Aravalli Range

Supreme Court Interventions: Safeguarding the Aravalli Range

The Aravalli range is under intense ecological stress from decades of quarrying and urban expansion. Protecting it now hinges on how India mines, maps and manages this ancient mountain system. Why the Aravallis matter The Aravallis are nearly two billion years old. They are India's oldest mountain range. These mountains stretch for about 650 km from Delhi to Gujarat. They act as a crucial barrier that slows the eastward spread of the Thar Desert. This helps protect the Indo‑Gangetic plains and parts of Haryana, Rajasthan, and western Uttar Pradesh from desertification. These hills moderate the local climate. They host rich…
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Supreme Court lays down Guidelines for High Courts on Rape Allegations and Consent

Supreme Court lays down Guidelines for High Courts on Rape Allegations and Consent

The Supreme Court said courts must distinguish between rape and consensual sex, emphasising careful assessment of allegations based on false marriage promises The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that there exists a "clear distinction between rape and consensual sex." It ruled that courts must carefully assess allegations of sexual assault made on the promise of marriage. If the accused never intended to marry, and made a false promise with sexual intentions, it held. Such conduct would amount to cheating or deception. The top court stressed that false or vexatious complaints tarnish a person’s image. They also amount to an abuse…
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On Teachers Day, Teachers Protest against Supreme Court Verdict

On Teachers Day, Teachers Protest against Supreme Court Verdict

Following a recent Supreme Court order, anxiety has swept across the teaching community in India. More than 10 lakh government teachers now face job insecurity. Anand Kumar Pathak is the district president of the Uttar Pradesh Primary Teachers’ Association. He stated that if the order is applied to private schools, crores could be affected. The order could have a vast impact. The decision has spread sadness and concern among teachers nationwide. Traditionally, Teachers’ Day is celebrated every year on September 5 with enthusiasm. However, this year’s sombre mood is reflected in plans for only minor gatherings and tributes in various…
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No Power to Impose: U.S. Court Strikes Down Most Trump Tariffs

No Power to Impose: U.S. Court Strikes Down Most Trump Tariffs

US Federal Supreme court ruled out an important ruling directing at Trump's decision to impose tariffs on countries.  It mentioned that all the powers used by Trump for sanctions were illegal under the Emergency laws. These laws do not explicitly mention the power to control tariffs under emergency laws. It might initiate a dispute within supreme court. The US court of appeals for the federal circuit in Washington, DC imparted the ruling. It covered two sets of tariffs. Trump's duties imposed in February against China, Mexico and Canada and Trump's “Reciprocal tariffs" imposed in April. It does not consider the…
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Supreme Court’s Big Move: Stray Dog Feeding Shifted to Designated Zones

Supreme Court’s Big Move: Stray Dog Feeding Shifted to Designated Zones

The Apex court of India, Supreme court modifies August 11 judgement for stray dogs. It allows dogs feeding at designated places only. The dogs are released back from where they were picked after sterilisation.  Only dogs exhibiting aggressive behaviour and Rabies infected will not be released back. The judgement gave the huge relief to Animal NGOs and Dog lovers all over Delhi-NCR. Apex court issued directives on recent modified Judgement regarding Dog keeping and sterilisation  The three Judge-bench of Supreme Court justices reviewed the earlier SC Judgement issued on 11 August. The judges included Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and N V…
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Public Safety or Animal Cruelty? Rahul Gandhi Challenges SC’s Stray Dogs Removal Plan

Public Safety or Animal Cruelty? Rahul Gandhi Challenges SC’s Stray Dogs Removal Plan

Rahul Gandhi leader of opposition slammed Supreme court's directive of removing Stray Dogs from Delhi-NCR region within six weeks. Calling the policy as “a step back from decades of humane, science-backed policy.” Rahul Gandhi's Remark on Recent Supreme Court's Verdict Rahul Gandhi emphasised that the policy of the Apex court is impractical. It is not backed by a scientific approach. The decision is insensitive towards animals.  Shelters, sterilisation, vaccination & community care, he noted is a need of the hour. In a post on ‘X’, Rahul Gandhi wrote, “The SC’s directive to remove all stray dogs from Delhi-NCR is a…
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Supreme Court Reviews Discrimination Against Women Officers in Short Service Commission

Supreme Court Reviews Discrimination Against Women Officers in Short Service Commission

A bench of Supreme Court Justices began hearing petitions on Wednesday, August 6. These petitions were filed by women officers of the Short Service Commission (SSC). They alleged discrimination in the grant of Permanent Commission compared to their male counterparts. Justice Surya Kant, Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, and Justice N. Kotiswar Singh heard the petitions filed by two batches of officers, those serving and those released from service. Bench will also hear pleas of Naval officers. This will be followed by officers in the Airforce. They have also been dissatisfied by denial of PC. Senior advocates Huzefa Ahmadi, Menaka Guruswamy, V.…
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Bihar’s Electoral Roll Update: Supreme Court gives Directives to EC

Bihar’s Electoral Roll Update: Supreme Court gives Directives to EC

NEW DELHI: There are two documents to consider. The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission (EC). They asked them to "consider" Aadhaar. The elector's photo identity card (EPIC) is to be considered. This is for the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) of Bihar's electoral roll. These details are already being sought or come pre-filled in the enumeration form distributed to the state's 7.9 crore voters on June 24. EC is, thus, already collecting Aadhaar details. Furnishing Aadhaar is optional for the elector. The EPIC number is pre-printed in the enumeration forms. This is shown by examining the form. The…
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Insurance Firm not Liable to Pay Compensation in Case of Rash Driving: SC

Insurance Firm not Liable to Pay Compensation in Case of Rash Driving: SC

The Supreme Court of India has ruled. It determined that insurance companies are not liable to pay compensation to the families of individuals. This applies to those who die as a result of their own rash and reckless driving. This decision highlights the harms of high-speed and reckless driving, the most important being the risk to lives. The judgment serves both as a warning and as a reminder of the responsibilities of drivers in road safety. N.S. Ravisha’s case The ruling came in a case involving N S Ravisha. On June 18, 2014, he was driving from Mallasandra village to…
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VP Dhankhar Criticizes Supreme Court for Overstepping Constitutional Limits in Presidential Directive

VP Dhankhar Criticizes Supreme Court for Overstepping Constitutional Limits in Presidential Directive

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has raised serious concerns. He views a recent Supreme Court order as judicial overreach. The order directed the President of India to act within a specified timeframe on bills referred by state governors. Speaking to a group of Rajya Sabha interns, Dhankhar questioned the constitutional validity of such directives. He warned against courts acting as a “super Parliament.” Judges Should Not Override the Constitution, Says VP During his address, Dhankhar expressed alarm over the judiciary assuming roles traditionally reserved for the legislature and executive. He referenced a recent court decision. In this decision, the President was…
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