India’s outgoing Chief Justice DY Chandrachud concluded his tenure with a heartfelt message, seeking forgiveness for any unintended harm caused during his time on the bench. He praised his successor, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, and reflected on the challenges and rewards of his role as the nation’s highest judicial officer.
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has overturned a 1967 ruling that denied Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) minority status. This decision, delivered by a 4:3 majority, paves the way for a fresh examination of AMU’s status under Article 30 of the Constitution, which safeguards the rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions. The court has now assigned a three-judge bench to determine whether the university was ‘established’ by a minority, potentially altering the institution’s future.
The Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on whether the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) qualifies as a minority institution under Article 30 of the Constitution. The court will decide if the 1981 amendment, which granted AMU minority status, is valid, potentially impacting the university’s autonomy and reservation policies.
Today, November 8, is packed with significant events across various sectors. From the announcement of Q2 FY24 results by 164 companies, including SBI, LIC, and Tata Motors, to the ongoing Swiggy IPO subscription and PM Modi’s campaign rallies in Maharashtra, the day promises a mix of business, politics, and legal developments. Get ready for a busy day with our comprehensive roundup of top events.
The Supreme Court has reinstated tax notices worth ₹20,000 crore to ₹23,000 crore issued by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) against major companies including Vedanta, Vodafone Idea, Adani Enterprises, and Canon. This decision overturns a 2021 ruling that had limited the DRI’s authority to issue such notices.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that states cannot acquire all private property under Article 39(b) of the Constitution. While acknowledging the importance of equitable resource distribution, the court clarified that only certain private resources, based on their ‘material’ nature and impact on the community, fall under the purview of this article. This landmark judgment ends a decades-long legal debate surrounding the scope of state power in acquiring private property.
The Supreme Court has expressed its strong disapproval of the blatant disregard for the firecracker ban in Delhi during Diwali, as pollution levels in the national capital soar towards the ‘severe’ mark. The court has sought explanations from the Delhi government and police commissioner for the lack of compliance with its orders. The Supreme Court bench also directed Punjab and Haryana governments to respond on the rising farm fire incidents in October, highlighting the need for comprehensive action to curb pollution.
Get ready for a day packed with significant events! From the Supreme Court’s deadline for the NEET panel report to the release of IRCTC’s Q2 results, and Prime Minister Modi’s rallies in Jharkhand, today is set to be a day filled with political, financial, and technological developments. We’ll also witness Royal Enfield’s historic launch of its first-ever electric bike. Read on for a comprehensive breakdown of these events.
The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled that mail-in ballots received without a postmark can be counted up to four days after the election, rejecting a Republican National Committee lawsuit challenging the legality of the deadline. The court found the RNC’s claims of potential election fraud and partisan bias lacked evidence and deemed the lawsuit ‘inherently speculative.’ This decision could have a significant impact on the upcoming election in Nevada, a key battleground state.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is facing a legal battle just days before the election. The state is appealing a lower court ruling that halted the removal of potential noncitizens from voter rolls, a move that could impact the outcome of the election. The case hinges on the interpretation of the National Voter Registration Act and the validity of Virginia’s process for verifying citizenship.
