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End Inequality To Be Truly Democratic, Says Chief Justice Of India
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said at an event in Milan that Without addressing the structural inequalities that marginalise large sections of society, no nation can claim to be truly progressive or democratic.
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New York Politician Says She'll Help People Get Firearms Permit. Here's Why
A Queens city lawmaker is urging her constituents to take up firearms and exercise their "constitutional right to defend themselves" after a home invasion left a local family tied up and robbed by suspects posing as Amazon delivery workers.
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"Judicial Activism Shouldn't Turn Into Judicial Terrorism": Chief Justice Of India
Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai described the Constitution as a "quiet revolution etched in ink" and a transformative force that not only guarantees rights but actively uplifts the historically oppressed.
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Constitution Is A "Quiet Revolution" Uplifting Oppressed: Chief Justice
Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai has described the Constitution as a "quiet revolution etched in ink" and a transformative force that not only guarantees rights but actively uplifts the historically oppressed.
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Supreme Court Upholds Constitutional Validity of Dual Taxation on Cable TV, OTT Platforms: Report
The Supreme Court has upheld the right of state governments to levy an entertainment tax on broadcasting and digital streaming services, as they are classified as a "luxury" under the seventh schedule of the Constitution of India. This ruling clarifies that both cable TV broadcasters are liable to pay a service tax to the central government and an ...
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US Immigration Chief Misstates Habeas Corpus Definition In Senate Hearing
US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristie Noem on Tuesday misstated definition of Habeas Corpus 'the right of a person to challenge their detention in court' during a Senate hearing, claiming instead it was the opposite.
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Constitution Doesn't Support Forced Or Fraudulent Conversion: Allahabad High Court
Allahabad High Court has observed that though the Indian Constitution gives every citizen the right to freely follow and spread their religion, it does not support forced or fraudulent conversions.
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'No Kings In America': Thousands Hold Anti-Trump Protests Across US
In Washington, protesters voiced concern that Trump was threatening long-respected constitutional norms, including the right to due process.
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Italy Opens Its First 'Sex Room' In Prison For Inmates
The private visits for some prisoners follow a Constitutional Court ruling that recognised inmates' right to have "intimate meetings" with partners visiting from outside.
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"If Probe Agency Has Fundamental Rights, It Should...": Supreme Court
A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan questioned the probe agency on how it had filed a writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution meant for individuals.
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Fresh Plea Filed In Supreme Court Challenging Constitutional Validity Of Waqf Bill
A fresh plea has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, claiming it was a "blatant intrusion" into the rights of a religious denomination.
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Woman Can't Be Forced To Take Virginity Test, Violates Right To Dignity: Court
The Chhattisgarh High Court has said that a woman cannot be forced to undergo a virginity test which violates Article 21 of the Constitution that guarantees her fundamental right to protection of life and liberty, including the right to dignity.
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Will Focus On Equal Rights For Women, Says Gujarat Panel On Uniform Civil Code
The high-level committee constituted by the Gujarat government to draft the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will hold public consultations and focus on equal rights for women and care for children, its chairperson Justice (retired) Ranjana Desai said.
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Ought To Be Wary Of Interfering With Liberty Of Individuals: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has said the liberty of an individual being a precious right under the Constitution, courts ought to be wary that such liberty is not lightly interfered with.
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Judiciary Doesn't Have Right To Make Changes To Constitution: Vice President
The more we learn about the Constitution, which gives us our fundamental rights, the more we will turn towards nationalism, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said here on Saturday.
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End Inequality To Be Truly Democratic, Says Chief Justice Of India
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said at an event in Milan that Without addressing the structural inequalities that marginalise large sections of society, no nation can claim to be truly progressive or democratic.
-
New York Politician Says She'll Help People Get Firearms Permit. Here's Why
A Queens city lawmaker is urging her constituents to take up firearms and exercise their "constitutional right to defend themselves" after a home invasion left a local family tied up and robbed by suspects posing as Amazon delivery workers.
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"Judicial Activism Shouldn't Turn Into Judicial Terrorism": Chief Justice Of India
Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai described the Constitution as a "quiet revolution etched in ink" and a transformative force that not only guarantees rights but actively uplifts the historically oppressed.
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Constitution Is A "Quiet Revolution" Uplifting Oppressed: Chief Justice
Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai has described the Constitution as a "quiet revolution etched in ink" and a transformative force that not only guarantees rights but actively uplifts the historically oppressed.
-
Supreme Court Upholds Constitutional Validity of Dual Taxation on Cable TV, OTT Platforms: Report
The Supreme Court has upheld the right of state governments to levy an entertainment tax on broadcasting and digital streaming services, as they are classified as a "luxury" under the seventh schedule of the Constitution of India. This ruling clarifies that both cable TV broadcasters are liable to pay a service tax to the central government and an ...
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US Immigration Chief Misstates Habeas Corpus Definition In Senate Hearing
US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristie Noem on Tuesday misstated definition of Habeas Corpus 'the right of a person to challenge their detention in court' during a Senate hearing, claiming instead it was the opposite.
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Constitution Doesn't Support Forced Or Fraudulent Conversion: Allahabad High Court
Allahabad High Court has observed that though the Indian Constitution gives every citizen the right to freely follow and spread their religion, it does not support forced or fraudulent conversions.
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'No Kings In America': Thousands Hold Anti-Trump Protests Across US
In Washington, protesters voiced concern that Trump was threatening long-respected constitutional norms, including the right to due process.
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Italy Opens Its First 'Sex Room' In Prison For Inmates
The private visits for some prisoners follow a Constitutional Court ruling that recognised inmates' right to have "intimate meetings" with partners visiting from outside.
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"If Probe Agency Has Fundamental Rights, It Should...": Supreme Court
A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan questioned the probe agency on how it had filed a writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution meant for individuals.
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Fresh Plea Filed In Supreme Court Challenging Constitutional Validity Of Waqf Bill
A fresh plea has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, claiming it was a "blatant intrusion" into the rights of a religious denomination.
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Woman Can't Be Forced To Take Virginity Test, Violates Right To Dignity: Court
The Chhattisgarh High Court has said that a woman cannot be forced to undergo a virginity test which violates Article 21 of the Constitution that guarantees her fundamental right to protection of life and liberty, including the right to dignity.
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Will Focus On Equal Rights For Women, Says Gujarat Panel On Uniform Civil Code
The high-level committee constituted by the Gujarat government to draft the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will hold public consultations and focus on equal rights for women and care for children, its chairperson Justice (retired) Ranjana Desai said.
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Ought To Be Wary Of Interfering With Liberty Of Individuals: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has said the liberty of an individual being a precious right under the Constitution, courts ought to be wary that such liberty is not lightly interfered with.
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Judiciary Doesn't Have Right To Make Changes To Constitution: Vice President
The more we learn about the Constitution, which gives us our fundamental rights, the more we will turn towards nationalism, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said here on Saturday.
