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“Secularism Was Not Given Its Due”: Justice Nariman Critiques Supreme Court’s Babri Masjid Verdict
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“Secularism Was Not Given Its Due”: Justice Nariman Critiques Supreme Court’s Babri Masjid Verdict

Justice Nariman critiques the Babri Masjid verdict, calling it a travesty of justice for not upholding secularism. He emphasizes the need for tolerance and stronger laws to preserve India’s secularism.
“Secularism Was Not Given Its Due”: Justice Nariman Critiques Supreme Court’s Babri Masjid Verdict
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“Secularism Was Not Given Its Due”: Justice Nariman Critiques Supreme Court’s Babri Masjid Verdict
Justice Nariman critiques the Babri Masjid verdict, calling it a travesty of justice for not upholding secularism. He emphasizes the need for tolerance and stronger laws to preserve India’s secularism.
Economic Reservation Violates Constitutional Values: Justice Nariman Asserts in Critique of EWS Ruling
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Economic Reservation Violates Constitutional Values: Justice Nariman Asserts in Critique of EWS Ruling
Justice Nariman critiques EWS judgment, calling it “a distortion” of the Constitution. He highlights how economic-based reservation conflicts with historical justice and constitutional limits.
Fall of Bashar al-Assad's 24-Year Rule Marks a New Era of liberation : Syrian Opposition Forces Celebrate Victory in Damascus
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Fall of Bashar al-Assad's 24-Year Rule Marks a New Era of liberation : Syrian Opposition Forces Celebrate Victory in Damascus
Celebrations erupt in Damascus as Syrian opposition forces declare the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year rule, symbolizing the beginning of a new era of hope, freedom, and political change.
SC Directs Police to Complete Verification of Govt Job Candidates Within Six Months to Prevent Delays
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SC Directs Police to Complete Verification of Govt Job Candidates Within Six Months to Prevent Delays
The Supreme Court ordered police authorities to complete verification of government job appointees within six months of their appointment, emphasizing accountability and avoiding delays in regularization.
South Korea: Minister Resigns Over Martial Law Fallout as Opposition Pushes for President’s Impeachment
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South Korea: Minister Resigns Over Martial Law Fallout as Opposition Pushes for President’s Impeachment
South Korea faces a political storm as Defence Minister resigns over a short-lived martial law declaration, parliament moves to impeach the president, and the North Korea-Russia defence pact comes into effect.
Supreme Court: Litigants Must Justify Delay from Day One of Limitation Period in Appeals
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Supreme Court: Litigants Must Justify Delay from Day One of Limitation Period in Appeals
A symbolic depiction of a legal document stamped "Dismissed," a clock symbolizing deadlines, and a stack of case files, emphasizing the importance of adhering to limitation periods in appeals.
I Wish Men Had Menstruation: Supreme Court Slams MP High Court for Dismissing Female Judge Post-Miscarriage
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Shivani Chauhan
I Wish Men Had Menstruation: Supreme Court Slams MP High Court for Dismissing Female Judge Post-Miscarriage
The Supreme Court criticized MP High Court for dismissing a female judge post-miscarriage, highlighting systemic gender bias and questioning insensitive performance evaluation criteria for women in judiciary.
Discrimination in Women’s Sports? Minnesota Supreme Court Hears Transgender Powerlifter’s Case Under Human Rights Act
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Discrimination in Women’s Sports? Minnesota Supreme Court Hears Transgender Powerlifter’s Case Under Human Rights Act
Transgender powerlifter JayCee Cooper challenges exclusion from women’s events in the Minnesota Supreme Court, citing discrimination under the Human Rights Act, sparking debates on inclusion and fairness.
They Have to Be Given a Chance, or Else How Will They Come Up? - Supreme Court Upholds SC Reservation
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They Have to Be Given a Chance, or Else How Will They Come Up? - Supreme Court Upholds SC Reservation
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging SC reservation in Gram Panchayat elections in Punjab, reinforcing the rotation principle to ensure representation for marginalized communities.
Gujarat’s Judicial Crisis: 15.61 Lakh Pending Cases and 535 Vacant Judicial Posts
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Gujarat’s Judicial Crisis: 15.61 Lakh Pending Cases and 535 Vacant Judicial Posts
Gujarat’s judicial system faces 15.61 lakh pending cases and 535 judicial vacancies. Experts call for urgent reforms to fill positions, improve case management, and reduce delays in justice.
Banned Weapons Used by Israel: International Justice Demanded for Alleged 'Body Vaporization' in Gaza
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Banned Weapons Used by Israel: International Justice Demanded for Alleged 'Body Vaporization' in Gaza
Hamas demands an international probe into Israel’s use of banned weapons in Gaza, as death tolls rise. With over 44,000 Palestinians dead, the need for accountability grows.
1988 Murder Case Convict, Aged 103, Granted Freedom by Supreme Court in Rare Move
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1988 Murder Case Convict, Aged 103, Granted Freedom by Supreme Court in Rare Move
The Supreme Court ordered the interim release of a 103-year-old convict serving a life sentence for a 1988 murder case, citing the convict's advanced age and humanitarian considerations. Introduction
Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution
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Supreme Court Halts Lower Court Proceedings in Sambhal Mosque Case, Suggests Mediation for Peaceful Resolution
In the Sambhal Jama Masjid survey case, the Supreme Court urged peace and recommended forming a community mediation committee under Section 43 of the Mediation Act to foster communal harmony.
Constitutional Rights vs. State Power: Supreme Court Reviews Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act
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Constitutional Rights vs. State Power: Supreme Court Reviews Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act
The Supreme Court seeks a response from the Uttar Pradesh government regarding a plea challenging the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act of 1986, highlighting concerns over fundamental rights and potential misuse.
Supreme Court Criticizes Police Handling of Land Grabbing Case, Ensures Justice
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Supreme Court Criticizes Police Handling of Land Grabbing Case, Ensures Justice
The Supreme Court censures Uttar Pradesh Police for mishandling a land grabbing case, granting bail to the accused and emphasizing procedural reforms to ensure accountability and fairness.
Netanyahu Under Fire as Fragile Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Faces Uncertainty Amid Displacement Crisis
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Netanyahu Under Fire as Fragile Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Faces Uncertainty Amid Displacement Crisis
A tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds as thousands of displaced Lebanese return to shattered homes. With strict restrictions and heavy casualties, international pressure mounts on both sides.
ICC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing Over 'Rohingya Atrocities': A Bold Yet Uncertain Pursuit of Justice
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ICC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Myanmar Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing Over 'Rohingya Atrocities': A Bold Yet Uncertain Pursuit of Justice
The ICC prosecutor has requested an arrest warrant for Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing for crimes against humanity, a move hailed by rights groups but fraught with challenges in execution.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Waqf Land as Protected Muslim Heritage: Revenue Records Cannot Be Overlooked
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Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Waqf Land as Protected Muslim Heritage: Revenue Records Cannot Be Overlooked
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has upheld the Waqf Tribunal’s decision to classify disputed land as waqf property, rejecting the Gram Panchayat’s claims, and reinforced the inviolability of revenue records.
Ajmer Court Accepts Petition Alleging Dargah Built Over Hindu Temple Amid Sambhal Violence Aftermath
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Ajmer Court Accepts Petition Alleging Dargah Built Over Hindu Temple Amid Sambhal Violence Aftermath
A court in Ajmer has accepted a petition claiming the Ajmer Dargah was built over a Shiva temple, sparking debates amidst unresolved tensions following the Sambhal violence in Uttar Pradesh.
Sambhal Violence: Expedited Mosque Survey Leaves Six Dead, Sparks Communal Unrest, Critics Blame Judicial Bias
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Sambhal Violence: Expedited Mosque Survey Leaves Six Dead, Sparks Communal Unrest, Critics Blame Judicial Bias
The court-ordered survey of Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid sparked unrest, leaving six dead. Critics allege judicial bias, raising concerns about systemic targeting of Muslim sites and communal harmony.
Decoding Article 356: Siddharth Luthra Highlights the Need for Clarity and Judicial Intervention
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Decoding Article 356: Siddharth Luthra Highlights the Need for Clarity and Judicial Intervention
Senior Advocate Siddharth Luthra called for swift judicial intervention to prevent the recurring misuse of Article 356, advocating for clearer definitions and enhanced oversight to protect state autonomy.
Journal on Arbitration Law and Allied Fields - Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University
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Journal on Arbitration Law and Allied Fields - Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University
The Journal on Arbitration Law and Allied Fields (JALAF) by CADR, DSNLU, invites submissions for its inaugural issue on arbitration and related fields. Themes include tech, climate disputes, ethics, and more. Follow OSCOLA (4th ed.); Extended deadline: 26th Dec, 2024.
Supreme Court Clarifies Female Property Ownership Under Kerala Marumakkathayam Law: Joint or Separate?
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Supreme Court Clarifies Female Property Ownership Under Kerala Marumakkathayam Law: Joint or Separate?
The Supreme Court ruled that property acquired by a woman and her children post-partition under Kerala's Marumakkathayam law remains joint tharwad property, emphasizing the transformative nature of partition.
Netanyahu Declared War Criminal: ICC Arrest Warrant Exposes Global Division, Sparks U.S. Rejection, and Raises Questions on International Justice
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Netanyahu Declared War Criminal: ICC Arrest Warrant Exposes Global Division, Sparks U.S. Rejection, and Raises Questions on International Justice
The ICC’s arrest warrant against Netanyahu for war crimes has ignited global division. While nations like Spain pledge compliance, allies like Hungary and the U.S. reject the move, questioning international justice.
Supreme Court Examines 86-Year-Old Asaram Bapu’s Appeal for Suspension of 2013 Life Sentence on Health Grounds
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Supreme Court Examines 86-Year-Old Asaram Bapu’s Appeal for Suspension of 2013 Life Sentence on Health Grounds
Supreme Court issues notice to Gujarat on Asaram Bapu's plea to suspend his life sentence from a 2013 rape case, citing his 86 years and severe health issues.