Polity News

Plea against Places of Worship Act

The Supreme Court asked the government to respond to a plea challenging a special law 'Places of Worship Act 1991' enacted by the then government.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 13th Mar 2021

Bureaucrats cannot be State Election Commissioners: SC

The Supreme Court held that independent persons and not bureaucrats should be appointed State Election Commissioners.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 13th Mar 2021

Panel flags Centre’s meagre pensions

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Rural Development, flagged the issue of meagre pensions received by senior citizens and widows.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 10th Mar 2021

Supreme Court to examine 50% cap on quota verdict

The Supreme Court decided to examine whether the old judgment which fixed reservation for the marginalised in government jobs and educational institutions at 50% needs a relook.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 9th Mar 2021

Only NRI quota seats for OCI cardholders

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a gazette notification regarding the Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 7th Mar 2021