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Protests Erupt Over Mahadayi River Study Findings Why in the News ? A recent scientific study by CSIR-NIO and INCOIS concluded that Karnataka’s Mahadayi river diversion will have limited impact on Goa. This has sparked protests from environmental groups and political parties, citing potential threats to Goa’s ecology and water security. Background of the Dispute: …
Read MoreISRO to Launch EOS-09, Boosts Lunar Ties Why in the News ? ISRO is preparing to launch the PSLV-C61/EOS-09 earth observation satellite on May 19. Concurrently, ISRO and JAXA held a technical meeting in Bengaluru to advance the Chandrayaan-5/LUPEX mission aimed at exploring the lunar south pole. About PSLV-C61 and EOS-09 Launch : ISRO’s 101st …
Read MoreSC Affirms Digital Access As Fundamental Right Why in the News ? The Supreme Court, on April 30, ruled that Article 21 includes the right to digital access, directing the revision of KYC norms to ensure inclusivity for persons with disabilities (PwDs), particularly the visually impaired and acid-attack survivors. Legal Framework and KYC Challenges for …
Read MorePresident Seeks SC View on Bills Timeline Issue Why in the News ? President Droupadi Murmu has invoked Article 143 of the Constitution to seek the Supreme Court’s advisory opinion on whether timelines can be mandated for the President and Governors to act on Bills passed by state legislatures, following the April 8 ruling. Context: …
Read MoreWhy in News ? Recent Supreme Court judgments, especially involving Article 142 and federal disputes, have sparked criticism of judicial overreach. Concerns over separation of powers and democratic accountability have been raised, prompting a wider debate on the judiciary’s constitutional limits and responsibilities. Judicial Review: Essence, Scope and Criticism Though not explicitly stated, judicial review …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Supreme Court of India quashed a criminal case against Congress MP Imran Pratapgadhi for a poem, reaffirming that artistic expression is vital to free speech and cannot be curbed merely due to majority disapproval. SC Quashes Case Against Imran Pratapgadhi: The Supreme Court of India quashed a criminal case against …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Supreme Court granted interim protection from arrest to podcaster and influencer Ranveer Allahbadia on February 18 in relation to FIRs filed against him over remarks made on the YouTube show India Got Latent. A Bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh passed the order. The Court imposed stringent …
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