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Supreme Court Defers Marital Rape Case Hearing for Four Weeks, Eyes Diwali Break and Retirement of Chief Justice

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October 23, 2024

The Supreme Court of India has postponed its hearing on petitions challenging the legal immunity granted to husbands in marital rape cases by four weeks. This decision follows the approaching retirement of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, who is set to leave office on November 10, with his last working day in the court on November…
India Does Not Believe in ‘Taken-for-Granted’ Relations: PM Modi

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October 21, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that India’s global relations are built on trust and reliability, and the world increasingly recognizes this foundation. Speaking at the NDTV World Summit, Modi made it clear that India does not form “taken-for-granted” relations. His remarks come at a time of heightened tension between India and Canada, following allegations from…
‘We Miss Out Genuine PILs’: SC Dismisses Plea Seeking Regulation Of OTT Platforms

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October 18, 2024

Key Highlights: The Petition and Court’s Response Advocates Shashank Shekhar Jha and Apurva Arhatia filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) before the Supreme Court, seeking the regulation of content on over-the-top (OTT) platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime. They emphasized the need for checks on OTT content, citing the absence of a certification process similar…
PM Modi Becomes BJP’s First Active Member, Launches Nationwide Campaign

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October 16, 2024

Key Highlights: PM Modi’s Leadership in BJP’s Active Membership Drive Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a significant step towards energizing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), became the first active member of the party by launching the ‘Sakriya Sadasyata Abhiyan’ (Active Membership Campaign). This campaign is a key part of the BJP’s larger initiative to expand…
Supreme Court Seeks Response From Centre and Election Commission on Freebies Issue

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October 15, 2024

The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre and the Election Commission (EC) on a fresh petition challenging the practice of political parties promising freebies during elections. The petition argues that unregulated promises of freebies place a heavy financial burden on the public exchequer and distort the democratic process. Key Highlights: This case reflects…
No Spot Booking at Sabarimala, But All Devotees Will Get Darshan: Minister Vasavan

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October 13, 2024

How will devotees manage without spot booking at Sabarimala? Kerala’s Devaswom Minister V N Vasavan announced that there would be no spot booking for the annual Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage at Sabarimala. This decision sparked controversy, with political groups like the BJP threatening protests. Traditionally, spot booking allowed devotees to book their darshan slots upon arrival at…
RBI Raises UPI Limits: Big Changes for Lite Wallet and 123Pay Users!

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October 10, 2024

How will these new UPI limits impact everyday users? India’s digital payment system just got an upgrade! The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced higher transaction limits for UPI Lite Wallet and UPI 123Pay, a move that will make digital payments even more convenient. With the rise of mobile payments across the country, these…
Congress Alleges Haryana Election Results Are “Against Reality” – EVMs Blamed for Flawed Outcome

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October 8, 2024

Why is Congress questioning the Haryana election results? Following the recent Assembly election in Haryana, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has voiced serious concerns about the outcome, claiming it doesn’t reflect the reality on the ground. According to Ramesh, the people of Haryana had expressed their desire for change, yet the results show the opposite, which…
Supreme Court Upholds Decision to Scrap Electoral Bonds Scheme: What’s Next?

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October 5, 2024

Could the Electoral Bonds Scheme Make a Comeback? In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed all pleas seeking a review of its February 2024 verdict, which struck down the Modi government’s electoral bonds scheme. The court, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, maintained that there was no error in its original…
Centre Announces Rs 2,038.57 Crore Festive Bonus for Railway Employees

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October 3, 2024

News Summary: How Does This Bonus Impact Railway Employees?In a festive gesture, the Indian government has announced a significant productivity-linked bonus for railway employees. The Union Cabinet’s approval brings a Rs 2,038.57 crore payout to more than 11.72 lakh non-gazetted staff, just in time for the Durga Puja/Dusshera celebrations. This bonus, equivalent to 78 days’…