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Recent Controversies About Ex-Gratia Payments
The recent ex-gratia compensation disbursal to the families of victims from the New Delhi railway station stampede has sparked debate. The Ministry of Railways provided cash payments of Rs 10 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased. This ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Supreme Court’s Ruling on Prisoner Remission
Recently, the Supreme Court of India made ruling regarding prisoner remission. The court directed states to consider the premature release of prisoners even if they do not apply for remission. This marks a very important change from previous rulings where ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
SC’s Recent Directions on Mullaperiyar Dam Dispute
The Mullaperiyar dam has been at the centre of a long-standing dispute between Tamil Nadu and Kerala. On February 19, 2025, the Supreme Court directed a supervisory committee to address the concerns raised by Tamil Nadu regarding the dam’s maintenance. ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Torres Ponzi Scam and MPID Act
Investors affected by the Torres Ponzi scam are expected to receive approximately Rs 40 crore over the next six months. The Mumbai Police’s Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has initiated the auctioning of properties seized from the accused under the Maharashtra ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Death Penalty in India
The Indian judiciary’s application of the death penalty has come under scrutiny following two recent murder cases with contrasting outcomes. On January 22, 2025, a civic volunteer received life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a medical student, while ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Changes in Chief Election Commissioner Appointment Process
Recently, meeting took place involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi. This meeting was convened to appoint a successor to Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, who was set to retire. The meeting ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Tibetan Buddhism
In December 2024, the State Administration for Religious Affairs in China introduced new regulations governing Tibetan Buddhist temples. These measures, effective from January 1, 2025, enhance state control over religious practices in Tibet. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) aims to ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Chhattisgarh HC Ruling on Marital Rape
The Chhattisgarh High Court recently delivered ruling regarding marital rape and its implications under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This decision has sparked widespread discussion on the legal protections available for women and the status of Section 377, which addresses ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025
The Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 is legislative proposal by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs in India. Set to be introduced during the Budget session starting March 10, 2025, this Bill aims to consolidate and modernise immigration laws. It ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Proposed Amendments to Advocates Act, 1961
The Government of India has proposed amendments to the Advocates Act, 1961. This initiative is aimed at modernising the legal framework in response to contemporary challenges. The amendments are part of a broader reform agenda to enhance the legal profession ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs