Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled revised direct income tax rates under the new regime in the 2024-25 Union Budget, aiming to make the exemption-free system more attractive to salaried taxpayers. The goal is to encourage a shift to the simplified New Tax Regime.

The Supreme Court today stayed the directives issued by the Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand governments that required food and beverage establishments along the Kanwar Yatra route to display the names and identities of the owners. The bench, consisting of Justices Hrishikesh Roy and SVN Bhatti, passed

President Joe Biden has announced his withdrawal from the 2024 US presidential race, leaving the Democratic nomination open just months before the election. Citing concerns about his age and health, Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. This unprecedented move, coming days be

Amid escalating violence over the job quota system, Bangladesh has imposed a strict curfew and deployed military forces in Dhaka to restore order. The curfew, starting at midnight and relaxing briefly for essentials, aims to control widespread unrest and clashes that have resulted in numerous casual

The International Court of Justice declared that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories and settlements is unlawful and should end immediately. Though not legally binding, the advisory opinion carries significant political weight and marks the first time the ICJ has addressed the occupation’

The Allahabad High Court ruled on Wednesday that a marriage certificate from Arya Samaj Mandir or the Registrar of Hindu Marriages does not alone validate a marriage. The court stressed that customary rites, including saptapadi (seven steps), are essential for a Hindu marriage’s legal validity. The

On Friday, the Uttar Pradesh State Government introduced measures for the Kanwar Yatra starting July 22. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath mandated that food and beverage outlets along the route display the names of their operators. Action will be taken against vendors selling halal-certified products.

On Thursday, the Supreme Court granted bail to an individual accused under the UAPA, stating that the NIA v. Zahoor Ahmad Shah Watali judgment cannot be used to deny bail for those facing prolonged incarceration. Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan overturned the Allahabad High Court’s dec

In a significant diplomatic move, Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz declined Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide’s request to visit Israel. The refusal was due to Norway’s recognition of a Palestinian state, its stance on Hamas, and its support for South Africa’s case against Israel in Th

The Delhi riots “larger conspiracy” case highlights the plight of students and activists languishing in pre-trial detention. The Supreme Court’s recent intervention underscores that serious charges cannot justify indefinite detention without trial, emphasizing the urgent need for swift justice to up

The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a notification clarifying that, under Sections 265, 266, and 308 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (BNSS), 2023, police stations or locations controlled by the Department of Police are not to be designated as venues for the examination of witnesses via audio-v

The RBI has issued a new master circular on fraud risk management for banks, HFCs, and NBFCs, emphasizing enhanced internal audits, board controls, and data analytics for fraud detection. It mandates a board-approved policy defining roles in fraud risk management, ensuring oversight and accountabili

Lamine Yamal, the most viral footballer currently, helped Spain reach the Euro 2024 final with a stunning goal but may not play the full 90 minutes in the final against England. At just 16, he became the youngest scorer in the European Championship. However, German labor laws, which prohibit minors

Recently, the Supreme Court emphasized disregarding confessional statements included in charge-sheets by police officers. According to Section 25 of the Indian Evidence Act and Section 23(1) of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, such confessions aren’t admissible in court. Justices Abhay Oka and Augus

An Israeli airstrike targeted Hamas’ military chief, Mohammed Deif, in Gaza, resulting in at least 71 Palestinian deaths, according to Gaza’s health ministry. It remains unclear if Deif was killed. The strike occurred in Al-Mawasi, a humanitarian zone west of Khan Younis. Deif, a mastermind of the O

The State Government of Uttarakhand has published the expert committee’s report on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), marking a significant move toward uniform laws for marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption. Chairman Shatrugan Singh unveiled the report in Dehradun. The UCC will apply to all reside

The Government of India announced that June 25 will be annually commemorated as ‘Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas,’ or ‘Constitution Assassination Day,’ to honor those who suffered and resisted the severe misuse of power during the Emergency. Announcing on X, Home Minister Amit Shah stated, “On June 25, 1975,

President William Ruto announced the dismissal of his entire cabinet and the Attorney General, except for the Deputy President and the Prime Cabinet Secretary (PCS), in response to youth demands. This reshuffle aims to address public dissatisfaction and align the government’s priorities with the nee

UN experts from the Special Procedures of the Human Rights Council announced on Tuesday that famine has undeniably spread across the Gaza Strip, following the deaths of three more Palestinian children in May and June. The experts found six-month-old Fayez Ataya, 13-year-old Abdulqader Al-Serhi, and

The Supreme Court has affirmed that Section 125 of the CrPC applies to all married and divorced women, including Muslims. For Muslim women, remedies under Section 125 of the CrPC and the 1986 Act are complementary, not exclusive. In cases of illegal divorce under the 2019 Act, Muslim women can seek

The UN Security Council unanimously voted to extend the mandate of the United Nations Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA) until July 14, 2025. Resolution 2742 (2024) requests monthly updates on Hudaydah’s situation. Established following the 2018 Stockholm Agreement, UNMHA oversees the

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court declined a petition to reduce the passing marks for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). A bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized that lowering the cutoff would affect the quality of new lawyers. CJI Chandrachud remarked, “How much more can the cutoffs be

The Supreme Court on Tuesday denied requests for an open court hearing on review petitions challenging its October 2023 ruling, which did not recognize same-sex marriages or civil unions. Senior Advocate NK Kaul, representing a petitioner, asked Chief Justice DY Chandrachud for an open court hearing

On July 8, the Supreme Court stated that canceling the entire NEET-UG 2024 would be an “extreme last resort,” affecting over 23 lakh students. The Court, addressing petitions about the May 5 exam conducted by the NTA, stressed the need to identify beneficiaries of the paper leak. It outlined criteri

An Israeli airstrike on the UNRWA-run Al-Jaouni school in Gaza’s Nuseirat refugee camp killed at least 35 displaced individuals, including 14 children. The school, sheltering around 6,000 people, was targeted amid ongoing conflict. Gaza’s Ministry of Health reported 29 fatalities in the same period,