Mentally ill convict escapes the noose
The Supreme Court has ruled that post-conviction severe mental illness will now be a mitigating factor while deciding appeals for commutation of death penalty. This ruling came by the apex …
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Plea in SC to ensure safety of EVMs
A plea in the Supreme Court has sought directions to the Election Commission to ensure safety and security of EVMs after 2019 Lok Sabha polls. The petitioners have raised concern …
Read MoreVellore parliamentary constituency polls rescinded
President has cancelled polling in Vellore.It is the first Lok Sabha seat to have had its elections cancelled over abuse of money power. This decision comes after the Election Commission …
Read MoreSC admits for consideration plea for lifting ban on Muslim women’s entry into mosques
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a petition seeking permission for Muslim women to enter mosques to offer prayers.The petitioner has asked the apex court to declare the prohibition …
Read MoreCabinet approves creation of sixth deputy CAG post
The Union Cabinet has approved the creation of an additional post of Deputy Comptroller and Auditor General(Coordination, Communication and Information System) in the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General …
Read MoreEC curbs campaigning by Yogi, Mayawati, Maneka and Azam
The Election Commission (EC) has imposed restrictions on the campaigning of four senior politicians for violating the model code of conduct in Uttar Pradesh. The restrictions on campaigning also prevent …
Read MoreWatch Modi biopic fully this time, SC tells ECI
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to re-examine its earlier order and take an informed decision on stay on the release of the biopic on Prime Minister Narendra …
Read MoreSC irked after poll panel’s counsel says it is ‘powerless’
The Supreme Court has expressed displeasure over the Election Commission for not taking action against politicians for communal and hate speeches during the Lok Sabha campaigning.The court has decided to …
Read MorePlea in SC seeks entry of women into mosques
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court pleading that Muslim women be allowed to enter and offer namaz inside mosques.The petitioner asked the apex court to declare the …
Read MoreOpposition parties to approach SC again to demand verification of 50% votes by VVPATs
Recently, the opposition parties had held a meeting to discuss the issue of EVM malfunctioning that cropped up during the 1st phase of Lok Sabha elections. They have further decided …
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