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The Times of India SC ruling on properties puts wealth distribution debate in focus again
The Supreme Court ruled against extending the concept of 'material resources' to private assets, reigniting the debate on wealth redistribution sparked during the Lok Sabha elections. The Congress party had proposed equitable distribution of assets based on caste, drawing criticism from the BJP, who labeled it as vote bank politics.
The Times of India Every private property not a community resource: SC
The Supreme Court ruled that private property cannot be broadly categorized as community resources under Article 39(b) of the Constitution. This overturns a 46-year-old socialist interpretation, asserting that while the state can distribute resources for common good, it must be determined on a case-by-case basis and should not assume all private assets are inherently community-owned.
The Times of India CJI's comments on Iyer not justified, says Justice B V Nagarathna
Justice B V Nagarathna disagreed with Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud's criticism of the Justice Krishna Iyer Doctrine, calling it unwarranted. Both Nagarathna and Justice Dhulia defended the doctrine's humanist principles and its relevance to India's socio-economic context at the time.
The Times of India Justice Roy, CJI exchange banter on 'intellectual resources'
Justice Hrishikesh Roy playfully remarked on the Supreme Court's recent judgments, complimenting Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud's extensive contributions to the court's 'intellectual resources' while also lightheartedly requesting contributions from other benches in the CJI's remaining days in office.
The Times of India Article 31C on Directive Principles continues to hold good: SC
India's Supreme Court has upheld Article 31C of the Constitution, which grants legal protection to laws enacted to fulfill Directive Principles of State Policy. This decision reaffirms a portion of the landmark Kesavananda Bharati case judgment while acknowledging the limitations imposed by the Minerva Mills ruling on the article's scope.
The Times of India IIT-K to consider Olympiad rankings for admission to BTech, BS courses
The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IITK), is opening a new admissions path for its BTech and BS programs for the 2025–26 academic year. This route, available to top performers in international Olympiads, allows students to bypass the JEE Advanced exam and demonstrate their exceptional talents.
The Times of India EC seeks report on Soren copter 'grounding'
The Election Commission is investigating an alleged delay in Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's flight plans due to a no-fly zone established for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's election rallies. Soren's helicopter was reportedly grounded for 90 minutes, which the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) claims violated Election Commission guidelines regarding the duration and radius of no-fly zones during the election period.
The Times of India SK Verma to be Maharashtra DGP till model code stays in place: EC
Maharashtra government placed DGP Rashmi Shukla on compulsory leave and appointed Sanjay Kumar Verma as the new DGP, following the Election Commission's order. Verma, who previously led the investigation into the 2015 murder of Govind Pansare, will serve as DGP while the model code of conduct is in effect. Shukla's removal comes after complaints from opposition parties regarding her conduct.
The Times of India Soren's government dud cracker, NDA govt a powerful rocket: Rajnath
During election rallies in Jharkhand, India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh criticized the incumbent coalition government as ineffective, contrasting them with the BJP's potential for progress. He accused the opposition of corruption and pledged to address issues like illegal immigration and tribal land encroachment if BJP is elected. The opposition JMM countered, suggesting the election results would reveal the true failures.
The Times of India Affordable homes for Marathis, free edu for boys on Uddhav list
At a rally in Kolhapur, Uddhav Thackeray announced that if the Maha Vikas Aghadi returns to power, they will control the prices of essential food items and provide free education for boys. He also pledged to build a Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj temple in every district and countered the opposition's slogan with his own, emphasizing the party's commitment to protecting Maharashtra's interests.
The Times of India Congress slams PM Modi for his choice of words
The Congress party criticized Prime Minister Modi's recent "beti chheen leinge" remark, comparing his language to that used during the Lok Sabha elections. Congress leader Pawan Khera condemned the Prime Minister's words as inappropriate and accused him of stooping to personal attacks while failing to address border security concerns.
The Times of India HC: Can't allow jumbo parade at private events
An amicus curiae, appointed by the Kerala High Court, has recommended prohibiting the use of elephants in private events and restricting their participation to religious festivals. The report, submitted in a case concerning the welfare of captive elephants, also suggests banning practices like head-lifting contests and barring elephants over 65 from parades.
The Times of India Taking photo of woman in public is not voyeurism: HC
The Kerala High Court ruled that taking photographs of a woman in front of her house does not constitute voyeurism under Section 354C of the IPC, as it is a public space where privacy is not typically expected. However, the court stated that such actions could potentially fall under sexual harassment charges (Section 354A) and insulting the modesty of a woman (Section 509) depending on the evidence presented.
The Times of India Press release by itself can't amend law: SC
The Supreme Court ruled that a government press release announcing a policy change doesn't constitute law. The court stated that benefits can only be claimed after a formal notification is issued, emphasizing that a press release is merely a statement of intent, not a legal amendment.
The Times of India SC denies dad of minor in Pune Porsche crash pre-arrest bail
The Supreme Court of India has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of a father accused of tampering with evidence to protect his minor son. The son was allegedly a passenger in a Porsche involved in a fatal accident that killed two people in Pune. The father is accused of conspiring to swap his son's blood samples to conceal his alleged intoxication during the incident.
