India grapples annually with the twin challenges of floods and droughts, both driven by the monsoon season. Despite contributing 75% of annual rainfall, the monsoon remains erratic and unpredictable. As the 2023 monsoon progresses, floods are once again causing destruction. The staggering…
Transforming India’s Legal Landscape: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) The proposed Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has sparked debates as it aims to reshape India’s legal framework, shedding colonial terminology and promoting ‘Bharatiyata’ or Indian-ness. This move, driven by the Narendra Modi government…
In the early 1990s, the halls of NLSIU buzzed with the brilliance of Dr Justice S Muralidhar. His captivating lectures on the “Auto Shankar” case left an indelible mark on my perception of law and justice. Youthful Arrogance and Awakening NLSIU’s “Harvard…
Manipur witnessed one of its deadliest days in a fortnight as clashes erupted along the Bishnupur-Churachandpur border. Six people, including a father-son duo, were killed, and 16 others were injured in the day-long mortar and grenade attacks. The escalating situation has led…
Supreme Court hearing on Article 370 challenges debates about the permanence of temporary provisions. Central govt defends citing progress in Jammu and Kashmir. Historical Context of Article 370 Article 370 granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, providing it with a separate…
The Gyanvapi mosque survey in Varanasi has raised legal questions as the case moves between courts. The central issue revolves around The Places of Worship Act, 1991, and its impact on worship rights within the mosque complex. The case gained attention with…
In a landmark ruling on a vehicle theft insurance claim, the Supreme Court highlighted the necessity of a fundamental breach to deny coverage. The case involved New India Assurance Co. Ltd. (respondent) and an appellant whose truck was stolen. The court held…
Clash of Communities and Ethnic Tensions The conflict in Manipur arises from the longstanding disputes between the Meitei, constituting 53% of the population, and the Kuki, making up 30% of the population, over land and resources. Located in India’s Northeast region, Manipur…
A devastating landslide in Maharashtra’s Raigad district caused 27 deaths, leaving 78 people still missing. The state government must decide whether to continue rescue efforts amidst challenging terrain and weather conditions. The Tragedy Unfolds The Irshalwadi landslide tragedy resulted in 27 deaths,…
The historic Ukrainian Black Sea city of Odesa is facing an unprecedented crisis as Russia continues its barrage of attacks, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. The latest attack targeted the iconic Transfiguration Cathedral, causing severe damage and leaving…
