Unraveling the Aligarh Muslim University Minority Status Debate: A Historical Perspective
Introduction: In the ongoing legal battle over the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Solicitor General Tushar Mehta presented a historical argument, contending that the British government had full control over the institution during its formative years. The case, revolving around Article
Debating Aligarh Muslim University’s Minority Status: Historical Choices and Legal Implications
Introduction: In the ongoing legal discourse surrounding the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), petitioners recently concluded presenting their arguments. Advocate M.R. Shamshad highlighted the significance of group rights for minorities under Article 30 of the Constitution, emphasizing the inclusivity of the
Administrative Closure of NCDRC in Commemoration of Ram Mandir Inauguration
Introduction: On January 22, 2024, the administrative operations of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) will observe closure until 2:30 PM. This decision aligns with the directive from the Ministry of Personnel Public Grievances and Pensions, urging the shutdown of Central government
Supreme Court Rejects Pleas for Delayed Surrender in Bilkis Bano Case
Introduction: On January 8, the Supreme Court nullified the remission granted by the Gujarat government to 11 convicts in the high-profile Bilkis Bano case. The court criticized the state’s complicity with an accused and ordered the convicts, prematurely released on Independence Day in
Calcutta HC sets aside the excommunication of a member of the Agrahari Sikh Community: says it violates Article 21 of the Indian Constitution
Recently, the Calcutta High Court set aside the order ‘Gurudwara Chhota Singh Sangat’ excommunicating a man from the Agrahari Sikh community due to an alleged dispute between his son and daughter-in-law. A single bench of Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharya further directed three respondents to
Delhi High Court suspends website ‘khadi organic’ claiming to deliver Ram Mandir Prasad for free
Recently Delhi High Court issued an order suspending the website of ‘Khadi Organic’ which claims to deliver the Ram mandir prasad for free following the Pran Pratishtha of the temple. The court was hearing a lawsuit filed by Khadi and Village Industries Commission,
Constitutional Validity of IBC Section 204 and IBBI Regulations Regulation 23A
Issue: In a recent ruling, the Madras High Court addressed the constitutionality of Section 204 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and Regulation 23A of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Model Bye-Laws and Governing Board of Insolvency Professional Agencies) Regulations,
Validity of Goa Cess Act upheld by Bombay HC
Issue:- A plea was filed by 8 companies including TATA Metaliks and JK Cement which were involved in the transportation of the iron as well as coal in Goa. These companies had challenged the constitutional validity of the Goa Cess Act. Arguments:- The
Ministry of Education Imposes Stricter Guidelines on Coaching Centers in India
Issue: In an important step to stop the unchecked growth of private coaching facilities, the Indian Ministry of Education has implemented strict regulations that prevent pupils under the age of 16 from enrolling. The ‘Guidelines for Regulation of Coaching Center 2024′ have been
