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Recent Controversies About Ex-Gratia Payments

February 22, 2025

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 ..

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Supreme Court’s Ruling on Prisoner Remission

February 21, 2025

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 ..

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SC’s Recent Directions on Mullaperiyar Dam Dispute

February 21, 2025

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. ..

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Torres Ponzi Scam and MPID Act

February 20, 2025

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 ..

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Death Penalty in India

February 20, 2025

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 ..

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Changes in Chief Election Commissioner Appointment Process

February 18, 2025

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 ..

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Tibetan Buddhism

February 17, 2025

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 ..

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Chhattisgarh HC Ruling on Marital Rape

February 17, 2025

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 ..

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Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025

February 17, 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 ..

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Proposed Amendments to Advocates Act, 1961

February 14, 2025

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 ..

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