Introduction The Supreme Court of India has recently stepped in to address a growing and controversial practice known as “bulldozer justice.” This practice involves using bulldozers to demolish properties linked to individuals accused of serious crimes, often without following due process. In a judgment led by Justices B.R. Gavai and K.V. Viswanathan, the apex court […]
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Introduction The India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC) is a groundbreaking infrastructure initiative aimed at bridging Asia, the Arabian Gulf, and Europe through an integrated network of railway lines, sea routes, and energy infrastructure. IMEC seeks to create efficient trade pathways, foster economic collaboration, and establish a sustainable, long-term connection between key regions. With strategic partnerships involving
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Introduction Around the world, the push for women’s political empowerment is gaining traction, marked by milestones such as Kamala Harris’s role as the U.S. Democratic vice-presidential nominee. Her candidacy highlighted American democracy’s inclusive aspirations. India, too, recently marked a significant milestone with the passing of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam Bill, underlining the importance of
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Introduction India’s wind energy in India sector, crucial to its renewable energy strategy, ranks among the top globally in installed capacity. However, recent opposition to Tamil Nadu’s “Tamil Nadu Repowering, Refurbishment, and Life Extension Policy for Wind Power Projects – 2024” has highlighted the need for more robust frameworks that support sectoral growth. Wind Energy
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Introduction A seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court has laid down in a 4-3 majority verdict a “holistic and realistic” test to determine the “minority character” of an educational institution but left the factual determination on AMU to a smaller Bench. However, the ruling essentially cleared the decks for AMU to secure its minority institution
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Introduction India has witnessed promising economic growth in recent years, marked by significant GDP and farm sector gains. Between 2019-20 and 2023-24, the country achieved an average annual GDP growth rate of 4.6%, with a notable increase of 7.8% over the last three years. The agricultural sector, vital for rural livelihoods, saw average growth of
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Introduction The re-election of Donald Trump as President of the United States promises a shift in U.S. policy directions that will impact both American and global landscapes, with potential implications for India-U.S. relations. Trump’s previous term saw significant policy changes across areas such as trade, immigration, defense, and foreign relations. Now, with a renewed mandate,
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Introduction The Supreme Court of India recently delivered a landmark judgment that redefines Private Property in India rights, emphasizing the limits of government power under Article 39(b) of the Indian Constitution. In a ruling that will have far-reaching effects on property ownership and state authority, a nine-judge bench held that the government cannot classify all
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Introduction The recent developments in West Asia have once again highlighted the critical role of UN Peacekeeping missions. A notable event was the statement by the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), accusing the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) of deliberately damaging an observation tower and perimeter fence at a UN post in Marwahin. What
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Introduction The Supreme Court of India has delivered a crucial ruling on private property rights, establishing that not all private property can be deemed as “material resources of the community” under Article 39(b) of the Constitution. This nine-judge bench decision limits the government’s power to acquire privately owned property for redistribution solely based on this
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