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"Judges though not elected have a vital role to play": CJI at Georgetown U
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Chief Justice of DY Chandrachud was speaking at the 3rd Comparative Constitutional Law discussion on the topic "Perspectives from the Supreme Courts of India and the United States."
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Pakistan: Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari calls for immediate announcement of poll
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
He made the remarks while addressing the golden jubilee celebration of the 1973 Constitution organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) on Monday
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Sometimes it's a vote of conscience, says CJI as he stands by minority jud
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud on Monday said he stands by his minority judgement in favour of civil unions of queer couples, as sometimes it is a "vote of the conscience and a vote of the constitution".
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Judges have vital role to play in social evolution: CJI DY Chandrachud
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Chief Justice of India (CJI), DY Chandrachud, on Monday said judges, though not elected, play a vital role as the judiciary is a stabilising influence on society as it evolves rapidly with the advent of new technologies.
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"Ambedkar's constitutionalism aimed at creating robust framework of checks
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The CJI was speaking at the sixth International Conference on the Unfinished Legacy of Dr BR Ambedkar, organised by Brandeis University.
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Pakistan Apex Court declares trial of civilian in military courts as null
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
"Amendment was necessary for the trial of terrorists [then] why amendment not required for the civilians? At the time of the 21st constitutional amendment, did the accused attack the army or installations?" inquired Justice Ahsan
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PoK: Gilgit-Baltistan leaders raise concerns over child marriage
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Civil society representatives including the head of the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) expressed concerns over the absence of laws and constitutional protections for women in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan region, especially underage marriage.
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"Will work together with state government": BJP leader Raghubar Das on bei
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
"I would like to express my gratitude to Prime Minister Modi and National President J P Nadda, who gave me the chance to play a constitutional role... Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik is continuously working for the welfare of the people. While performing the role of governor, I will work together w
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Ex-Jharkhand CM Raghubar Das appointed Odisha Governor, thanks PM Modi, la
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Ex-Jharkhand CM Raghubar Das expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President JP Nadda for giving him a constitutional role as the governor of Odisha. Raghubar Das was newly appointed as the Governor of Odisha on Thursday.
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Delhi HC to hear Mission Save Constitution's plea challenging revocation o
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The plea has been moved by Mission Save Constitution through its national convenor Mehmood Pracha who is a practicing lawyer. Petition has challenged two letters issued by the DCP (Central) and MCD revoking the permission which was granted earlier.
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Arunachal cabinet establishes Special Tiger Protection Force for the state
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet on Wednesday approved the constitution of the Special Tiger Protection Force (STPF) in the state as per the guidelines of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) for three Tiger Reserves of the State - Namdapha, Pakke and Kamlang with creation of 336 re
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Arunachal cabinet approves constitution of Special Tiger Protection Force
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The decision was taken during the state cabinet meeting held in Itanagar under the chairmanship of Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu.
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