Polity News

Panel submits report on farm laws to SC

A Supreme Court-appointed panel has submitted its report on the three agricultural reform laws in a closed cover.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 1st Apr 2021

Manipur retracts letter on refugees

The Manipur government has withdrawn a letter directing officials to not set up any camps for Myanmar nationals crossing the border into India.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 31st Mar 2021

SC to study if POCSO Act can be used against minors

The Supreme Court has decided to examine whether the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act can be employed to punish teenagers for “consensual” physical relationships which later turn “sour.”

posted by Jawwad Kazi 31st Mar 2021

Poll bond sale can go ahead: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court refused to stay the sale of electoral bonds prior to the Assembly elections in crucial States such as West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 27th Mar 2021

Supreme Court bats for women officers in Army

The Supreme Court held that the Army’s “selective” evaluation process discriminates against women.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 26th Mar 2021