”When history of court is written, this will not be a golden period”: Remarks Kapil Sibal to 3-judge SC Bench
“In the future narrative of this court’s legacy, it is unlikely to be hailed as a golden era,” remarked senior
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Title: Embracing Diversity: Exploring the Dynamics of Bilingual Education in India
India, with its rich tapestry of languages and cultures, has embarked on a journey to integrate bilingual education into its diverse educational landscape. This article delves into the intricacies of the bilingual education system in India, examining its historical context, current status, benefits, challenges, and potential recommendations for further enhancement.
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Centre Officially Appoints Six Advocates as Judges of Kerala High Court
The Central government has formally declared the selection of six advocates to act as supplementary judges of the Kerala High
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“The Electoral Bond Saga: Transparency, Controversy, and Legal Scrutiny”
The Election Commission of India (ECI) recently released additional data on electoral bonds, including party-wise details of redeemed amounts. This information, obtained in digitized form from the Supreme Court’s registry, was submitted by political parties following the court’s interim order in April 2019. The data, provided in sealed covers and returned to the ECI by the Supreme Court, was uploaded on Sunday in compliance with a court order.
Earlier, the ECI had already uploaded electoral bond data provided by the State Bank of India (SBI) in accordance with the court’s directives. This data, disclosed on March 14, revealed significant donations made to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election.
According to the State Bank of India (SBI), between April 1, 2019, and February 15, 2024, a total of 22,217 electoral bonds were purchased, worth Rs. 12,769.40 crore, with 22,030 bonds redeemed by political parties. The SBI, responsible for the electoral bond issuance system, was directed by the court to provide details to the ECI by March 12 or face potential contempt charges.
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Foreign Students Reportedly Attacked at Gujarat University Hostel over Ramzan prayers, 4 injured
Four foreign students residing at Gujarat University’s international boys’ hostel in Ahmedabad were injured in an attack by a mob
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Kerala Urges Supreme Court to Halt Implementation of Citizenship Amendment Act
The Central Government has issued the Citizenship Amendment Rules to enforce the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019, which has
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Electoral bonds data submitted by SBI to Election Commission
The Supreme Court delivered a groundbreaking verdict by striking down the seven-year-old electoral funding system. In a landmark judgment, the
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Gynaecologists Challenge Kerala High Court Decision Requiring Sexual Assault Survivors to be Examined Exclusively by Gynaecologists
Justice Devan Ramachandran highlighted a concerning trend of increasing instances of boys falling prey to sexual violence compared to previous years. This observation came during the deliberation of a petition challenging the practice of permitting only female gynecologists to examine rape victims. The High Court has acknowledged that men can also be victims of sexual assault.The Kerala High Court made the observation on Wednesday that males are also victims of sexual assault. The court said that the practice is set to help victims, who are mostly women or girls. “Sexual assault is not confined to girls, it happens to boys also. It is rare, but it is possible”, the court added. Generally, ninety-nine per cent of sexual assault victims for some reason are women,” Justice Devan Ramachandran observed. Questioning the rationale behind the petition, he added: “I don’t know why you should be concerned. We are trying to give maximum support to the victim.
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Title: “Empowering Women Across the Globe: A Celebration of Strength, Resilience, and Achievements
Celebrating women across the world is not just a one-day affair; it’s an ongoing commitment to fostering equality and empowering future generations. As we commemorate International Women’s Day, let’s carry the spirit of celebration forward, recognizing the strength, resilience, and achievements of women every day.
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Justice Lokur stressed the imperative for the Supreme Court to revert to its essence as the “People’s Court.”
During an interview with The Quint at the 17th edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival, Justice Madan B Lokur, a
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