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High Time Public Service Commissions Ensure Modern Indian Bureaucracy Draws The Best Talent : Justice PS Narasimha
1 hour, 27 minutes ago

High Time Public Service Commissions Ensure Modern Indian Bureaucracy Draws The Best Talent : Justice PS Narasimha

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Speaking at the Justice ES Venkataramiah Centennial Lecture 2024 on 'Reimagining Constitutional Institution: Efficiency, Integrity, and Accountability', Justice PS Narasimha expressed how rising litigation of service matters signalled the need to review the quality of selections in Public Services. However, Justice Narasimha also flagged concerns over the conduct of panchayat and municipalities' elections by the State Election Commissions : "I …

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Allahabad HC Appoints Rtd. CJ Govind Mathur To Lead Commission To Probe PCS-J Exam 2022 'Irregularities'
1 hour, 55 minutes ago

Allahabad HC Appoints Rtd. CJ Govind Mathur To Lead Commission To Probe PCS-J Exam 2022 'Irregularities'

Live Law  

While hearing several pleas concerning the allegations of serious irregularities in the UP-PCSJ 2022 examination, the Allahabad High Court has appointed former Chief Justice Govind Mathur to lead an independent commission to probe into the matter. A bench of Justice Saumitra Dayal Singh and Justice Donadi Ramesh has urged the commission to file a report by May 3st, 2025, while …

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President Appoints Former SC Judge Justice V. Ramasubramanian As Chairperson Of National Human Rights Commission
2 hours, 41 minutes ago

President Appoints Former SC Judge Justice V. Ramasubramanian As Chairperson Of National Human Rights Commission

Live Law  

Former Supreme Court judge Justice V. Ramasubramanian will be the new chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission. #JustIN | President Of India Droupadi Murmu appoints former Supreme Court judge V. Ramasubramanian as the Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission. pic.twitter.com/KidPRef4SX — Live Law December 23, 2024 Born on June 30, 1958, Justice Ramasubramanian Graduated in Chemistry from Ramakrishna …

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UPPSC PCS Prelims 2024: Only 42% of candidates appear for exam
8 hours, 55 minutes ago

UPPSC PCS Prelims 2024: Only 42% of candidates appear for exam

India Today  

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission successfully concluded the PCS Preliminary Exam on Sunday, despite large-scale protests at the beginning. UPPSC Secretary Ashok Kumar confirmed that the exams were conducted peacefully, with the support of police and other agencies to ensure smooth operations. As soon as any candidate was seen roaming around, we immediately alerted the concerned centre about what …

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Charging More Than Displayed Tag Price : Delhi District Commission Holds Siyaram Silk Mills Liable
10 hours, 32 minutes ago

Charging More Than Displayed Tag Price : Delhi District Commission Holds Siyaram Silk Mills Liable

Live Law  

The Delhi district commission has held Siyaram Silk Mills liable for unfair trade practice by charging an amount above the displayed tag price. Brief background: Siyaram Silk Mills launched a promotional scheme of '2+2' where customers had to pay the full amount for two shirts and were entitled to other two shirts for free. The complainant stated that the company …

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100 Important Supreme Court Judgments Of 2024 - Part 2 [26-50]
10 hours, 34 minutes ago

100 Important Supreme Court Judgments Of 2024 - Part 2 [26-50]

Live Law  

Part 1 can be read here. Supreme Court Issues Directions Against Misleading Ads: Self Declaration Forms By Advertisers; Influencers Must Endorse Responsibly Case Title: Indian Medical Association v. Union of India | 2024 LiveLaw 381 Coram: Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah The Supreme Court, in a pivotal order passed a slew of measures to protect consumers from misleading Case …

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SC's Justice Narasimha emphasises constitutional institutions' role in democracy at NLSIU event
15 hours, 20 minutes ago

SC's Justice Narasimha emphasises constitutional institutions' role in democracy at NLSIU event

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: From the intricate workings of constitutional institutions to the legacy of Justice ES Venkataramiah, Justice PS Narasimha of the Supreme Court shed light on crucial aspects of India’s legal framework in an event organised by the National Law School of India University on Sunday. Speaking at the event, Justice Narasimha emphasised the vital role constitutional institutions play in preserving …

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Bangladesh launches $5bn graft probe into Hasina's family
15 hours, 20 minutes ago

Bangladesh launches $5bn graft probe into Hasina's family

New Indian Express  

Bangladesh has launched a probe into the alleged $5 billion embezzlement connected to a Russian-backed nuclear power plant by ousted leader Sheikh Hasina and her family, the anti-corruption commission said Monday. A statement Monday from the commission said it had launched an inquiry into allegations that Hasina and family members had "embezzled $5 billion" from the Rooppur plant via "various …

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Death of two TN electricity department contract workers: NHRC issues notice to Chief Secretary, DGP
15 hours, 20 minutes ago

Death of two TN electricity department contract workers: NHRC issues notice to Chief Secretary, DGP

New Indian Express  

The National Human Rights Commission, has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report that two persons, working as contract labourers with the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation died due to electrocution while repairing a high-tension overhead power line near Olaiyur Ring Road in KK Nagar, Tiruchi on December, 18, 2024. According to a statement, the Commission has observed …

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Oppn slams ECI for tweaking rule on poll videos
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Oppn slams ECI for tweaking rule on poll videos

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Union government’s recent amendment restricting public access to electronic election materials, such as CCTV footage and webcasting at polling booths, strong rooms, and counting tables, has drawn sharp criticism from Opposition parties. Based on the Election Commission of India’s recommendation, the law ministry on Friday altered Rule 93 of the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, limiting the …

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Odisha’s 26 villages get recognition as ‘Tsunami Ready’ by Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO
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Odisha’s 26 villages get recognition as ‘Tsunami Ready’ by Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO

The Hindu  

In Odisha, six districts comprising 24 villages, along with two previously recognised villages, making a total of 26 villages, have been recognized as “Tsunami Ready” by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO, said a press statement on Saturday. These activities included —Training and Capacity Building, Community Awareness Programs, Distribution of Tsunami Awareness Materials, Preparation of Tsunami Management Plans, Conducting Mock …

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Systematic conspiracy: Mallikarjun Kharge slams Centre's election rule change
1 day, 15 hours ago

Systematic conspiracy: Mallikarjun Kharge slams Centre's election rule change

India Today  

Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday sharply criticised the central government for amending election rules to restrict access to poll documents, calling it a deliberate conspiracy to undermine the integrity of the Election Commission. “Modi Govt’s audacious amendment in the Conduct of Election Rules is another assault in its systematic conspiracy to destroy the institutional integrity of the Election Commission …

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Punjab State Election Commission Act | Person Is Not 'Ordinarily Resident' Only Because He Owns A House In The Constituency: High Court
1 day, 21 hours ago

Punjab State Election Commission Act | Person Is Not 'Ordinarily Resident' Only Because He Owns A House In The Constituency: High Court

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The Punjab & Haryana High Court said that a person would not be an “ordinarily resident” in terms of Punjab Election Commission Act only on the ground of owning or possessing a house. The court said, “though the statutory coinage “ordinarily resident” has been statutorily conveyed the connotation, that any voter would not be “ordinarily resident” in a constituency or …

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Kerala Urban Policy Commission proposes climate-change mitigation steps and professionalisation of urban governance
2 days ago

Kerala Urban Policy Commission proposes climate-change mitigation steps and professionalisation of urban governance

The Hindu  

Kerala’s urban policy, an interim report on which was submitted by the Urban Policy Commission to the government last week, has proposed several steps to mitigate climate change. It also recommends professionalisation of urban local body governance and the setting up of metropolitan planning committees and business development councils for major cities. Last year, the State government constituted the commission, …

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Failure To Hand Over Commercial Space To Purchasers Is 'Deficiency In Service': Delhi State Commission
2 days, 2 hours ago

Failure To Hand Over Commercial Space To Purchasers Is 'Deficiency In Service': Delhi State Commission

Live Law  

The Delhi State Commission has held that default in delivering the commercial space by Parsvnath developers booked by the complainants is 'deficiency in service'. Brief background: Complainants applied for allotment of an office space in the construction project- Parsvnath City Center Bhiwadi of the developer company in Rajasthan. Observations: Issue 1: Whether purchase of commercial space, would make the complainant …

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Karnataka: Women's Commission Seeks Probe Into BJP MLC’s Slur
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2 days, 3 hours ago

Karnataka: Women's Commission Seeks Probe Into BJP MLC’s Slur

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Karnataka State Commission for Women Chairman Dr Nagalakshmi Chowdhury on Saturday made an appeal to Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti to order an high-level investigation into the alleged derogatory slur made by Bharatiya Janata Party MLC and former minister C.T. Ravi against Congress leader and Minister for Women and Child Welfare Laxmi Hebbalkar during the recent winter Assembly session in …

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Empanelment Of Advocates Vacancy At Khadi And Village Industries Commission
2 days, 5 hours ago

Empanelment Of Advocates Vacancy At Khadi And Village Industries Commission

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Khadi and Village Industries Commission invites application for Empanelment of Advocates for rendering Legal opinion and contesting cases in various courts/tribunals for and on behalf of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission in Hon'ble High Court, Srinagar. Name of the post: Advocate Essential Qualification and Experience • For being eligible to be enrolled on a panel, an advocate shall have …

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Telangana State Commission Holds Tour Agency Liable For Not Providing Satisfactory Bus Services To Pilgrims
2 days, 5 hours ago

Telangana State Commission Holds Tour Agency Liable For Not Providing Satisfactory Bus Services To Pilgrims

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The Telangana state commission has held RV Tours and travels liable for providing substandard bus services to the complainants. 6000/- Brief background: The complainants booked tickets under 'Gujarat Shivaratri Special package' on an The complaint was allowed by the district commission by directing the agency to grant the complainants the discount of 10%. However, the inadequate services provided by the …

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Karnataka Women’s Commission Seeks Probe Against BJP MLC CT Ravi Over Derogatory Remarks
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2 days, 6 hours ago

Karnataka Women’s Commission Seeks Probe Against BJP MLC CT Ravi Over Derogatory Remarks

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The Karnataka State Women’s Commission has called for a high-level inquiry into allegations that BJP MLC C T Ravi used derogatory language against Minister for Women and Child Development Laxmi Hebbalkar during a session of the Legislative Council on December 19. Commission chairperson Nagalakshmi Chowdhary wrote to Legislative Council Chairperson Basavaraj Horatti, condemning Ravi's remarks as an affront to women’s …

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Charging Convenience Fee For Booking Online Movie Tickets Is Lawful: Andhra Pradesh State Commission Allows Big Tree Entertainment's Appeal
2 days, 8 hours ago

Charging Convenience Fee For Booking Online Movie Tickets Is Lawful: Andhra Pradesh State Commission Allows Big Tree Entertainment's Appeal

Live Law  

The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Andhra Pradesh presided by Smt. C. V. S. Bhaskaram and Sri B. Srinivasa Rao held that the charging of convenience fee while booking online movie tickets is completely lawful. Further, the commission allowed the appeal of Big Tree Entertainment Private Limited as there was no deficiency in service on their part. Brief facts: The …

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'Death Penalty Not Warranted': Chhattisgarh HC Commutes Capital Sentence Awarded To Man For Murder Of Wife & Three Minor Children
2 days, 10 hours ago

'Death Penalty Not Warranted': Chhattisgarh HC Commutes Capital Sentence Awarded To Man For Murder Of Wife & Three Minor Children

Live Law  

The Chhattisgarh High Court has recently commuted the extreme sentence of death awarded by a Sessions Court to a man who was found guilty for commission of murder of his wife and three minor children. While finding the crime to be heinous but not 'rarest of rare', the Division Bench of Chief Justice Ramesh Singh and Justice Amitendra Kishore Prasad …

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Ernakulam District Commission Holds Dry Cleaners Liable For Damaging Churidars
2 days, 12 hours ago

Ernakulam District Commission Holds Dry Cleaners Liable For Damaging Churidars

Live Law  

The Ernakulam District Commission, presided by Shri. Brief Facts of the Case The complainant had entrusted two new churidars to the dry cleaners for cleaning. Consequently, the complainant filed a complaint before the District Commission, citing deficiency in service and unfair trade practices on part of the dry cleaners. After the first use, the churidars were entrusted to the dry …

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SC allows banks to charge over 30% interest on credit card; overturns NCDRC cap
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2 days, 21 hours ago

SC allows banks to charge over 30% interest on credit card; overturns NCDRC cap

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday allowed appeals filed by banks challenging a 2008 National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission order, which held that charging over 30% interest on credit card dues amounted to unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Act. The NCDRC had passed the order in 2008 on the questions whether banks could charge the credit card users interest …

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Onus On Complainant To Prove Allegations Of Deficiency In Service: Uttarakhand State Commission Overturns Lower Commission's Order Against LG Electronics
3 days, 1 hour ago

Onus On Complainant To Prove Allegations Of Deficiency In Service: Uttarakhand State Commission Overturns Lower Commission's Order Against LG Electronics

Live Law  

The Uttarakhand State Commission, presided by Ms. Kumkum Rani and Mr. B.S. The complainant lodged a complaint with the dealer, who suggested contacting the LG service centre. Contentions of the Opposite Party The service centre contended that the District Commission's order was illegal as the parties had not been given an opportunity to be heard. Observations by the State Commission …

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