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High Time Public Service Commissions Ensure Modern Indian Bureaucracy Draws The Best Talent : Justice PS Narasimha
1 hour, 19 minutes ago

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

Live Law  

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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Mozambique on edge as judges rule on disputed election
4 hours, 6 minutes ago

Mozambique on edge as judges rule on disputed election

Raw Story  

Tension was mounting in Mozambique Monday with judges about to rule on its disputed election, with the opposition leader vowing "chaos" if the ruling party is confirmed as the winner in a standoff that has already claimed at least 130 lives. "The Constitutional Council's ruling will lead Mozambique either to peace or chaos," Mondlane said in an online address, promising …

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SC's Justice Narasimha emphasises constitutional institutions' role in democracy at NLSIU event
15 hours, 12 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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We need institutions that can hold officials accountable: SC judge
23 hours, 59 minutes ago

We need institutions that can hold officials accountable: SC judge

The Hindu  

“The constitutional vision or preambular objectives cannot be realised if we do not invest time and effort in working our institutions. At the lecture organised by the National Law School of India University, he discussed the importance of Fourth-Branch Institutions recognised by the Constitution, such as the Election Commission, Comptroller and Auditor General, Public Service Commissions, and other Statutory bodies. …

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Emerging Threat For “Original” Lists Of Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes Published Under Article 341 Of Constitution
1 day ago

Emerging Threat For “Original” Lists Of Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes Published Under Article 341 Of Constitution

Live Law  

The Punjab and Haryana High Court stayed the government order holding In the meanwhile, in view of the law laid down by the Supreme Court in the cases of State of Maharashtra v. Milind and others 2001 SCC 4 and E.V.Chinnaiah v. State of A.P. The five judges' bench of the Supreme Court again affirms in the case of State …

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Potential risk of a constitutional convention sets stage for a fight between Newsom and a fellow Democrat
1 day, 15 hours ago

Potential risk of a constitutional convention sets stage for a fight between Newsom and a fellow Democrat

LA Times  

Gavin Newsom made a splashy announcement on a nationally televised morning show. Wiener’s proposal, which was first reported by the New York Times, would nullify and supersede all constitutional convention applications previously put forth by the Legislature. Mehta Stein described the possibility of such a convention as a “Pandora’s box for our Constitution” that would create “the opportunity for forces …

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No Band Baja, No 7 Phera: Chhattisgarh Couple Marries with Constitutional Oath
2 days, 7 hours ago

No Band Baja, No 7 Phera: Chhattisgarh Couple Marries with Constitutional Oath

ABP News  

In a move that redefines traditional wedding norms, a couple from Kapu village in Chhattisgarh tied the knot on December 18 by taking an oath on the Indian Constitution. Eman Lahre and Pratima Lahre bypassed conventional rituals such as the "Saat Phere" and "Band Baja," opting for a ceremony that reflected their commitment to equality and social justice. “We decided …

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R N Ravi Asserts Constitutional Validity of Search Committees for VCs
2 days, 21 hours ago

R N Ravi Asserts Constitutional Validity of Search Committees for VCs

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai:Countering Governor R N Ravi’s defense of all his actions in connection with the constitution of search committees to identify new Vice Chancellors for the various State universities, the State Minister for Higher Education Govi Chezhian said the government would challenge him in a court of law. While the Governor’s insistence on the State government including a nominee of the …

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Research Associate (Civil Law), Research Associate (Criminal Law), And Research Associate (Constitutional Law) Vacancy At Tripura Judicial Academy
3 days, 4 hours ago

Research Associate (Civil Law), Research Associate (Criminal Law), And Research Associate (Constitutional Law) Vacancy At Tripura Judicial Academy

Live Law  

Tripura Judicial Academy invites application for the post of Research Associate, Research Associate, and Research Associate on contractual basis. Name of the Post: Research Associate, Research Associate, and Research Associate No. 60,000/- month Essential Qualification and Experience • Postgraduate Degree in Law with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognized university/college/institution. • Interested candidates are required to submit in …

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German lawmakers back plan to protect supreme court against meddling by authoritarians, extremists
4 days, 1 hour ago

German lawmakers back plan to protect supreme court against meddling by authoritarians, extremists

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German lawmakers on Thursday approved legislation designed to protect the country’s highest court against possible future manipulation or obstruction by authoritarian or extremist politicians. In what is expected to be one of its last sessions before it is dissolved ahead of an early election in February, parliament’s lower house, or Bundestag, backed the plan by 600 votes to …

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'Blot On Constitutional Spirit' : Supreme Court Aghast At Attack & Disrobing Of Woman Over Witchcraft Allegations
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4 days, 3 hours ago

'Blot On Constitutional Spirit' : Supreme Court Aghast At Attack & Disrobing Of Woman Over Witchcraft Allegations

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today expressed its shock at a case where a woman was physically abused and disrobed in public over allegations of witchcraft. A bench comprising Justice CT Ravikumar and Justice Sanjay Karol was hearing a petition challenging the Patna High Court's order staying the investigation in the case. Although the quashing petition filed in the High Court was …

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'Blot On Constitutional Spirit' : Supreme Court Aghast At Attack & Disrobing Of Woman Over Witchcraft Allegations
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4 days, 3 hours ago

'Blot On Constitutional Spirit' : Supreme Court Aghast At Attack & Disrobing Of Woman Over Witchcraft Allegations

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today expressed its shock at a case where a woman was physically abused and disrobed in public over allegations of witchcraft. A bench comprising Justice CT Ravikumar and Justice Sanjay Karol was hearing a petition challenging the Patna High Court's order staying the investigation in the case. Although the quashing petition filed in the High Court was …

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German lawmakers back plan to protect supreme court against meddling by authoritarians, extremists
4 days, 15 hours ago

German lawmakers back plan to protect supreme court against meddling by authoritarians, extremists

LA Times  

German lawmakers have approved legislation designed to protect the country’s highest court against possible future manipulation or obstruction by authoritarian or extremist politicians. “We see when we look abroad that, when autocrats come to power, they almost always first turn against the effectiveness and independence of justice,” Interior Minister Nancy Faeser told lawmakers. Germany’s Federal Constitutional Court, based in the …

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No Constitutional Court Can Direct Trial Courts To Write Bail Orders In A Particular Manner : Supreme Court
5 days, 7 hours ago

No Constitutional Court Can Direct Trial Courts To Write Bail Orders In A Particular Manner : Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court has expressed disapproval of the directions issued by the Rajasthan High Court that the Trial Courts should incorporate in a tabular chart the criminal antecedents of the accused while deciding bail applications. The Court observed that High Cours cannot direct the Trial Courts to write bail orders in a particular manner. It was in 2020 that the …

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Constitutional Right To 'Property' Must Be Understood In Context Of State's 'Eminent Domain': Calcutta High Court
5 days, 9 hours ago

Constitutional Right To 'Property' Must Be Understood In Context Of State's 'Eminent Domain': Calcutta High Court

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court has held that the right of eminent domain exercised by a state for the larger public interest would prevail over the constitutional right to property of private landowners under Article 300A of the Constitution.While allowing the authorities to acquire the petitioner's premises for metro railway construction, Justice Aniruddha Roy held:The right guaranteed under. The Calcutta High …

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75 Years Of The Constitution And The Court: A Fascinating Journey
5 days, 10 hours ago

75 Years Of The Constitution And The Court: A Fascinating Journey

Live Law  

This year marks the 75th year of our Constitution which was finally approved by the Constituent Assembly and adopted with all fervour and enthusiasm on November 26, 1949. The limitations imposed by constitutional law on the actions of government are essential for the preservation of public and private rights, notwithstanding even the representative character of political institutions. But in countries …

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'Master distorians': Congress slams PM Modi, Shah over criticism of Nehru for 1st Constitutional amendment
5 days, 15 hours ago

'Master distorians': Congress slams PM Modi, Shah over criticism of Nehru for 1st Constitutional amendment

New Indian Express  

"It makes Article 19 justiciable and I do not wish to minimise the importance of this change in the protection of civil liberty in this country," he said. Article 31 was the result of the Supreme Court striking down zamindari abolition laws in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and other states," he said. "Both those master distorians-- the PM and the HM …

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Stop blaming Nehru, work for people: Opposition to BJP
5 days, 20 hours ago

Stop blaming Nehru, work for people: Opposition to BJP

The Hindu  

The Opposition in Rajya Sabha targeted the Centre over violations of Constitutional principles in the last ten years while participating in the debate on the 75 glorious years of the Constitution. “See your arrogance on a day when we are debating the Constitution of India, your hubris makes you bring a bill on Constitution at 12 noon,” Mr O’ Brien …

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Simultaneous polls: Voting showed BJP does not have 2/3 majority for constitutional amendment, says Shashi Tharoor
6 days, 3 hours ago

Simultaneous polls: Voting showed BJP does not have 2/3 majority for constitutional amendment, says Shashi Tharoor

The Hindu  

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday hit out at the government, saying voting at the introduction stage of two bills on simultaneous elections in the Lok Sabha showed the BJP did not have the two-third majority required to pass a constitutional amendment. Parliament Winter Session Day 18 LIVE Updates Opposition parties dubbed the draft laws — a Constitution amendment bill …

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Battle Erupts Over South Korean Court That Will Determine The Fate Of Impeached Yoon
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6 days, 5 hours ago

Battle Erupts Over South Korean Court That Will Determine The Fate Of Impeached Yoon

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea’s acting leader vowed Tuesday to convey to the world that things are back to normal following parliament’s impeachment of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol, as rival parties squabble over the appointments of justices who will determine whether to unseat or reinstate him. The country’s liberal opposition-controlled parliament voted to impeach Yoon …

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South Korea: Yoon impeached but removing him may not be easy, he needs just one dissenting judge
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6 days, 7 hours ago

South Korea: Yoon impeached but removing him may not be easy, he needs just one dissenting judge

Firstpost  

Can South Korean President Yoon be removed from his post? In 2016, the Constitutional Court upheld the impeachment bill against Park after 91 days of its passage in South Korea’s National Assembly. South Korean media reports say Yoon’s impeachment trial case will likely be case number ‘2024 Heon-na 8’ in the court. Lens on the court South Korea’s Constitutional Court …

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Yoon lawyer says to fight insurrection charge in court: Yonhap
6 days, 8 hours ago

Yoon lawyer says to fight insurrection charge in court: Yonhap

Deccan Chronicle  

Seoul: South Korea's acting leader vowed Tuesday to convey to the world that things are back to normal following parliament's impeachment of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol, but rival parties began squabbling over the mechanics of a court ruling to determine whether to formally unseat or reinstate him. The country's liberal opposition-controlled parliament voted to impeach Yoon last Saturday over …

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Syllabus related to constitutional values to be incorporated in school curriculum in Himachal
6 days, 9 hours ago

Syllabus related to constitutional values to be incorporated in school curriculum in Himachal

Hindustan Times  

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday said that the school curriculum in the state would include syllabus related to constitutional values. Presiding over a review meeting of the Education Department, Sukhu said that six schools, each in every assembly constituency, would be equipped with all the necessary facilities, like adequate staff and other infrastructural conveniences, such as …

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One Nation One Election Bill explained: Special majority, state ratification
6 days, 15 hours ago

One Nation One Election Bill explained: Special majority, state ratification

India Today  

The Constitution Amendment Bill, 2024 is a landmark proposal aimed at introducing simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state legislative Assemblies. By aligning elections for the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, the bill aims to minimise electoral fatigue among voters, reduce administrative costs and allow governments to focus more on policymaking and long-term governance. The bill's proposal to synchronise …

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