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The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, was a landmark legislation passed by the Indian Parliament to maintain the religious character of places of worship as it stood on August 15, 1947. With one notable exception,the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute—the law prevents the conversion of any place of worship, including mosques, temples, and churches, thereby preserving their historical and religious identity. However, the Act has now come under legal scrutiny, particularly with a batch of petitions challenging its validity....
Read MoreIntroduction The death penalty remains a highly debated issue across the world, invoking questions of human rights, state authority, and its effectiveness in deterring crime. Although many countries have abolished capital punishment, India remains one of the retentionist states. The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, a recent attempt to reform India’s criminal laws, offers several changes to how death penalty cases are handled. While it aims to modernize the procedures for the death penalty, significant concerns remain regarding its....
Read MoreThe dawn of 2025 has witnessed a monumental milestone in India’s space sector, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighting the groundbreaking achievements of Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel. In particular, the launch of Firefly, India’s first private Earth imaging satellite constellation, has drawn attention from around the world, marking a significant step forward in the country's space exploration and technological advancement. Let’s delve into the exciting details behind Pixxel's Firefly, the transformative implications for India’s space-tech future, and the additional feat by....
Read MoreIntroduction: In recent developments, Baba Ramdev and his close associate, Acharya Balakrishna, are facing legal challenges over misleading advertisements related to their products from Divya Pharmacy, an affiliate of Patanjali Ayurved. The Kerala Judicial First Class Magistrate Court issued a bailable warrant against the two for allegedly violating the Drug and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisement) Act, 1954. This case has gained widespread attention due to the nature of the allegations and its potential impact on the credibility of Patanjali Ayurved....
Read MoreThe Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) introduces several reforms aimed at modernizing criminal law procedures. One of the significant changes is the abolition of the post of "Assistant Sessions Judge." This reform has sparked debates concerning its justifiability. At the same time, the BNSS introduces advanced provisions for transparency, particularly through the integration of technology in criminal investigations. A deeper examination of these provisions, especially Section 105, sheds light on the evolving nature of criminal law and its implications for....
Read MoreUnderstanding Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in India: A Tool for Social Justice Justice P.N. Bhagwati, a pioneer in expanding PIL, remarked: "The role of the court is not merely to provide relief to the parties before it, but to also provide a solution to the larger societal issue at hand." Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is a powerful legal tool in India that enables citizens to seek justice for issues of broader public concern. PIL serves as a critical mechanism for....
Read MoreCyber fraud has emerged as a grave threat in today’s digital age, sparing no one—not even individuals who have served in positions of authority and integrity. In a shocking case from Kerala, Justice Sasidharan Nambiar, a retired judge of the Kerala High Court, fell victim to an elaborate cyber scam, losing Rs 90 lakhs of his hard-earned savings. The incident highlights the growing sophistication of online frauds and the need for robust measures to combat them. The Incident Justice Nambiar,....
Read MoreThe Kolkata Sessions Court recently delivered a pivotal judgment in the tragic and widely publicized RG Kar rape-murder case. Sanjoy Roy, the principal accused in the brutal crime, was convicted for the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. This case not only underscores the gravity of crimes against women but also sheds light on systemic lapses in the investigation and the judiciary's role in upholding justice. Background of the Case The....
Read MoreIn a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has temporarily stayed a Delhi High Court order directing the Delhi government to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for implementing the Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) in the national capital. The case highlights a contentious debate between the central government and the AAP-led Delhi government over the best approach to healthcare for the city’s residents. Background: The Ayushman Bharat Scheme Launched in 2018, the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya....
Read MoreSpace exploration is no longer limited to traveling to celestial bodies or studying distant stars; it now encompasses solving critical challenges for human survival in space. One such breakthrough comes from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), which has successfully germinated black-eyed pea seeds in space as part of its Compact Research Module for Orbital Plant Studies (CROPS) initiative. This monumental achievement paves the way for sustainable food sources, addressing the nutritional and psychological needs of astronauts during long-duration space....
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