Polity News
SC modifies order, says playing of national anthem in cinema halls is not mandatory
The Supreme Court on Tuesday modified its November 30, 2016 interim order and made it optional for cinema halls to play the 52-second national anthem before every show.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 10th Jan 2018
SC for larger warnings on cigarette packs
The Supreme Court stayed a Karnataka High Court order reducing the size of pictorial warnings on packages of tobacco products to 40% of the package space.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 9th Jan 2018
National Anthem in cinema halls: Govt forms panel to review rule
More than a year after the Supreme Court directed all cinema halls to play the National Anthem before films the Centre has now formed an inter-ministerial committee to frame new guidelines on the issue.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 9th Jan 2018
Cybercrime victims can complain online
The Ministry of Home Affairs is set to launch a web portal where people who have faced online abuse and victims of cybercrimes like financial frauds can register complaints on a real-time basis
posted by Jawwad Kazi 9th Jan 2018
Toddy is a very mild alcoholic beverage, Kerala govt. tells SC
Toddy is a very mild alcoholic beverage full of vitamins and used in traditional dishes, the Kerala government told the Supreme Court.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 9th Jan 2018