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Supreme Court Affirms Eligibility of Visually Impaired Candidates for Judiciary

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2025

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has ruled that visually impaired individuals cannot be barred from serving as judges, emphasizing that disability should not hinder one’s eligibility for judicial positions. This decision underscores the importance of inclusivity and equal opportunity within the judiciary. Striking Down Discriminatory Provisions The Court

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Mumbai Court Orders FIR Against Ex-SEBI Chief and BSE Officials

By BPN News Desk March 3, 2025

A special Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) court in Mumbai has ordered the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against former Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, along with three current SEBI whole-time members and two senior officials from the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). The directive follows allegations of financial

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Supreme Court Halts Centre’s Environmental Clearance Exemption for Large Construction Projects

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2025

The Supreme Court of India has stayed a recent notification by the central government that exempted certain construction projects from obtaining prior environmental clearance. This decision came in response to a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by the NGO Vanashakti, which challenged the dilution of stringent environmental norms. The notification, issued on January

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Centre Opposes Lifetime Election Ban for Convicted Politicians

By BPN News Desk February 26, 2025

The Union Government has submitted a counter-affidavit to the Supreme Court, opposing a petition that seeks to impose a lifetime ban on politicians convicted of criminal offenses from contesting elections. The government contends that determining the duration of electoral disqualification falls exclusively within the legislative domain and should be decided by Parliament.

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Supreme Court Upholds Free Market in Internet Pricing

By BPN News Desk February 25, 2025

The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition seeking regulation of internet service prices in India. The bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar, emphasized the importance of market dynamics in determining service costs. Petitioner’s Argument for Price Regulation The petitioner, Rajat, argued that the absence of price regulation allows

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Supreme Court Dismisses Plea for Protection of Hindus in Bangladesh

By Editor - News Desk February 25, 2025

The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking intervention for the protection of the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. The petition, filed by advocate Ashwini Upadhyay, urged the Indian government to engage diplomatically with Bangladesh to safeguard its Hindu population from alleged persecution. During

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New Criminal Laws to Take Effect in Jammu and Kashmir

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2025

India is set to implement three newly introduced criminal laws in Jammu and Kashmir by April 2025. These laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—will replace the existing Indian Penal Code (IPC), Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), and Indian Evidence Act, respectively. The move aims to modernize the country’s

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Supreme Court Grants Alimony Rights in Void Marriages

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2025

The Supreme Court rules that spouses in void marriages can seek alimony under the Hindu Marriage Act, ensuring financial security.

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Supreme Court: Husband Liable for Wife’s Stock Market Debts

By BPN News Desk February 12, 2025

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has ruled that a husband can be held liable for the stock market debts incurred by his wife if an oral contract exists between them. This decision underscores the enforceability of oral agreements within matrimonial relationships concerning financial transactions. Case Background The case involved a dispute where […]

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Supreme Court Rules Against Central Service Tax on Lottery Sales

By BPN News Desk February 12, 2025

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has declared that the central government lacks the authority to levy service tax on the sale of lottery tickets, affirming that this domain falls exclusively under state jurisdiction. Lottery Sales Classified Under State Jurisdiction The Supreme Court’s ruling emphasizes that all activities related to lotteries—from ticket