Justice Sanjiv Khanna sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan. Tenure lasts until May 13, 2025.
Read Full ArticlePresident Murmu emphasizes judges' moral duty to uphold dharma, truth, and justice, urging an end to adjournments and faster justice, especially in heinous crimes.
While addressing the Budget Session of Parliament, President Droupadi Murmu listed the achievements of the BJP-led NDA government, which included the construction of the new Ram Temple in Ayodhya, abrogation of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir, among others.
India's President approves the new Act for the appointment and terms of the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners, sparking debates over its alignment with the Supreme Court's directives. The Act sets a new selection process for the CEC and ECs, replacing the Supreme Court's suggested panel with a new committee, opening floodgates to legal and constitutional discussions.
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to three significant criminal law reforms in India, marking a historic shift in the legislative landscape. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Act replace colonial-era laws, including the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure. However, these reforms have sparked debate, with critics raising concerns over potential constitutional violations and the risk of police excesses under the new arrest and custody provisions.
President Droupadi Murmu grants approval to the Women's Reservation Bill, transforming it into law, a significant step towards gender equality in Indian politics. Get insights into the historic passag...
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