Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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Parliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
9 Feb, 2026

Question and answer, Pg6

Lok Sabha Speaker's explanation for PM's absence during motion of thanks raises concerns about parliamentary norms and democratic accountability.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's Act
9 Feb, 2026

EC: Only ERO, not micro observers, can accept or reject eligibility of electors, Pg6

EC clarifies EROs, not micro observers, hold authority in electoral roll revisions amid West Bengal controversy.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
8 Feb, 2026

A chief minister without a House seat: How SC settled the law, Pg11

SC clarified constitutional provision allowing non-legislators to become CMs, citing Article 164(4) and historical precedents in Bihar and UP.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
7 Feb, 2026

Right to be forgotten: Apex court to examine if it applies to online news, Pg9

Supreme Court examines 'Right to be Forgotten' applicability on online news, balancing privacy with freedom of press after discharge.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActConstitutional Bodies
7 Feb, 2026

Why micro observers in Bengal are at the heart of Mamata vs EC battle, Pg7

Mamata Banerjee challenges EC's micro-observers in Bengal's electoral roll revision, alleging bias and bypassing statutory authorities before Supreme court.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
7 Feb, 2026

‘Can’t compel’: SC allows teen to terminate 30-week pregnancy, Pg12

Supreme Court allows minor to terminate 30-week pregnancy, emphasizing reproductive autonomy and mental health over compulsory childbirth, setting legal precedent.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
7 Feb, 2026

Supreme Court allows minor to end 30-week pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court permits minor to terminate 30-week pregnancy, affirming reproductive autonomy and highlighting the complexities of underage pregnancies.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of Civil Services in a Democracy
6 Feb, 2026

SC flags States’ preference for ‘ad-hoc’ DGP appointments, Pg14

Supreme Court criticizes states for bypassing regular DGP appointments, favoring 'Acting' chiefs, violating Prakash Singh case directives on fixed tenures.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
6 Feb, 2026

Should the Governor's address be scrapped?, Pg9

Debate erupts over Governor's address legality; experts question constitutional obligation and potential reforms amid rising Centre-State tensions.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
6 Feb, 2026

Police cannot make arrest to simply ask questions: SC, Pg8

Supreme Court mandates notice under Section 35(3) BNSS for arrests in offences punishable up to seven years, emphasizing Article 21.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConstitutional BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
6 Feb, 2026

SC directs UPSC to act against those states delaying DGP appointments, Pg2

Supreme Court empowers UPSC to enforce timely DGP appointments, addressing state delays and upholding Prakash Singh case directives.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
5 Feb, 2026

SC sets aside HC order staying TN Bills on V-C appointment, Pg8

Supreme Court overturns Madras HC stay on Tamil Nadu Bills regarding Vice-Chancellor appointments, citing insufficient time given to state.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
5 Feb, 2026

Delhi HC orders Indian passport for stateless Tibetan woman, Pg7

Delhi HC grants Indian passport to stateless Tibetan woman born in India, affirming citizenship rights under the Citizenship Act.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
4 Feb, 2026

SC has not upheld death penalty in 3 years: report, Pg14

Supreme Court halts death penalty confirmations for three years amidst concerns over procedural violations and wrongful convictions in lower courts.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
4 Feb, 2026

SC questions WhatsApp, Meta on personal data, Pg12

Supreme Court scrutinizes WhatsApp and Meta over data privacy concerns, questions data sharing practices and commercial exploitation of user information.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
4 Feb, 2026

SC Collegium clears 5 ex-judges in ad hoc role for Allahabad HC, Pg10

Supreme Court Collegium approves appointment of five retired judges as ad hoc judges to Allahabad High Court under Article 224A.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
4 Feb, 2026

In 10 years, trial courts handed death to over 1,300 people, HCs upheld only 70, Pg1

Study reveals trial courts' high death penalty conviction rate, with High Courts overturning most, raising concerns about justice delivery.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
3 Feb, 2026

Pennaiyar water dispute: SC directs Centre to set up tribunal, Pg5

Supreme Court mandates Centre to establish tribunal within a month to resolve Pennaiyar river water dispute between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
31 Jan, 2026

Menstrual health in schools is integral to right to life: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court declares menstrual health a fundamental right, orders schools to provide sanitary napkins and hygiene facilities.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
31 Jan, 2026

HC raps U.P. police over shooting accused in legs during ‘encounters’, Pg1

Allahabad HC slams U.P. police for routine 'encounter' shootings, violating accused rights, directs strict adherence to SC guidelines.

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