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SC Pushes Wage Data to Speed Accident Claims Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India has directed all States and Union Territories to submit comprehensive minimum wage notifications to address delays and inconsistencies in awarding compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, citing outdated legal schedules and data gaps. Supreme Court’s Key Observations and …
Read MoreSupreme Court Flags Questionable Judicial Orders Before Retirement Why in the News? The Supreme Court cautioned judicial officers against passing dubious or contentious orders just before retirement, observing that such actions may attract disciplinary scrutiny if they appear driven by extraneous or ulterior considerations, while hearing a case on a judge’s suspension. This warning extends …
Read MoreJudicial Overreach Threatens Constitutional Balance in India Syllabus: GS-2: Judicial Review Why in the News ? The Supreme Court’s recent remarks on regulating OTT content, including Aadhaar-based age verification and drafting executive guidelines, have triggered debate on the separation of powers. Concerns are rising that the judiciary may be overstepping its constitutional role, affecting free …
Read MoreSC Verdict Weakens India’s Environmental Protection Framework Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has allowed post-facto environmental clearances, reversing its earlier 2022 Vanashakti ruling that banned them as illegal. This decision has triggered widespread concern among environmental experts, given India’s severe air …
Read MorePresidential Reference and Governor’s Role in Legislation: Supreme Court of India to Weigh In Syllabus: GS-2: Judiciary, Indian Constitution, Constitutional Bodies, Role of Governor, Co-operative Federalism, Federalism, Centre-State Relations Focus: A recent Presidential Reference under Article 143 of the Indian Constitution seeks the Supreme Court of India’s advisory opinion on the powers of a Governor …
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 MoreSyllabus GS 2: Indian Constitution Why in the News? Recently, on April 8, 2025, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgment in The State of Tamil Nadu vs The Governor of Tamil Nadu, clarifying the Governor’s role in granting assent to Bills, with judicial review and a time limit. Introduction On April 8, 2025, the …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Ministry of Mines has released guidelines to establish Centres of Excellence under the National Critical Mineral Mission, aiming to boost research and technology in critical minerals essential for clean energy, mobility, electronics, defence, and space sectors. Strengthening Critical Mineral Research: The Ministry of Mines has issued fresh guidelines for …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered sea vessel as a landmark public-private collaboration. The project reflects India’s push for self-reliance in clean energy technology, supported by CSIR’s New Millennium Indian Technology Leadership Initiative (NMITLI). Historic Milestone in Marine Innovation: India unveiled its first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The 6th India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise ‘DUSTLIK-6’ has begun at Pune’s Foreign Training Node. This annual event strengthens defence ties and focuses on sharing tactics for joint sub-conventional operations. The exercise will continue until April 28, 2025. Participating Forces: The Indian contingent includes 60 personnel from the JAT Regiment and …
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