📰Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilitySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability'Such encounters becoming routine': HC on man being shot before arrest in UP, Pg8Allahabad HC slams UP police for routine 'encounter' shootings, demands DGP explanation on alleged extrajudicial actions violating rule of law.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilitySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability31 Jan, 2026'Such encounters becoming routine': HC on man being shot before arrest in UP, Pg8Allahabad HC slams UP police for routine 'encounter' shootings, demands DGP explanation on alleged extrajudicial actions violating rule of law.31 Jan, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsSC asks States to evolve plan on domestic workers’ wages, Pg14Supreme Court directs states to formulate mechanisms for including domestic workers under Minimum Wages Act and Code of Wages, 2019.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections30 Jan, 2026SC asks States to evolve plan on domestic workers’ wages, Pg14Supreme Court directs states to formulate mechanisms for including domestic workers under Minimum Wages Act and Code of Wages, 2019.30 Jan, 2026
📰Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary‘India has 22 judges per 10 lakh people’, Pg6India's judge-to-population ratio stands at 22 per 10 lakh, far below Law Commission's 1987 recommendation of 50.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary30 Jan, 2026‘India has 22 judges per 10 lakh people’, Pg6India's judge-to-population ratio stands at 22 per 10 lakh, far below Law Commission's 1987 recommendation of 50.30 Jan, 2026
📰Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsRajasthan Gov returns Bill seeking to curb honour killings, Pg6Rajasthan Governor returns anti-honour killing Bill citing IPC/CrPC repeal and BNS sufficiency, mirroring lynching bill rejection rationale.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections29 Jan, 2026Rajasthan Gov returns Bill seeking to curb honour killings, Pg6Rajasthan Governor returns anti-honour killing Bill citing IPC/CrPC repeal and BNS sufficiency, mirroring lynching bill rejection rationale.29 Jan, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryWhen can courts interfere in an ongoing investigation?, Pg12Supreme Court clarifies limits on High Courts' power to interfere in ongoing police investigations, emphasizing restraint and justification for intervention.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary26 Jan, 2026When can courts interfere in an ongoing investigation?, Pg12Supreme Court clarifies limits on High Courts' power to interfere in ongoing police investigations, emphasizing restraint and justification for intervention.26 Jan, 2026
📰Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary‘Striking intrusion’: SC flags govt intervention in judicial transfers, Pg10SC Judge raises concerns over executive's influence in judicial transfers, emphasizing the need to safeguard judicial independence and constitutional morality.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary26 Jan, 2026‘Striking intrusion’: SC flags govt intervention in judicial transfers, Pg10SC Judge raises concerns over executive's influence in judicial transfers, emphasizing the need to safeguard judicial independence and constitutional morality.26 Jan, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActEC releases ‘logical discrepancies’ list following SC order, Pg11Election Commission releases 'logical discrepancies' list of 1.25 crore West Bengal voters following Supreme Court order for public display.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's Act25 Jan, 2026EC releases ‘logical discrepancies’ list following SC order, Pg11Election Commission releases 'logical discrepancies' list of 1.25 crore West Bengal voters following Supreme Court order for public display.25 Jan, 2026
📰The Freedom StruggleStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryE GovernanceThe Freedom StruggleStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryE GovernanceCJI:HC primary sentinel, must be proactive, not wait for knock at door, Pg1CJI emphasizes High Courts' role as 'primary sentinels' ensuring proactive justice delivery and bridging gaps in rule of law.The Freedom StruggleStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryE GovernanceThe Freedom StruggleStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryE Governance25 Jan, 2026CJI:HC primary sentinel, must be proactive, not wait for knock at door, Pg1CJI emphasizes High Courts' role as 'primary sentinels' ensuring proactive justice delivery and bridging gaps in rule of law.25 Jan, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGubernatorial walkouts test constitutional limits, Pg8Governors' walkouts spark constitutional debate; States consider legal action challenging gubernatorial conduct and discretionary powers within India's parliamentary system.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary24 Jan, 2026Gubernatorial walkouts test constitutional limits, Pg8Governors' walkouts spark constitutional debate; States consider legal action challenging gubernatorial conduct and discretionary powers within India's parliamentary system.24 Jan, 2026
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryLinkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryLinkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismMindless killing, Pg6Ethnic tensions escalate in Manipur after Meitei man's murder; video surfaces online, fueling protests and demands for NIA probe.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryLinkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryLinkages between Development and Spread of Extremism24 Jan, 2026Mindless killing, Pg6Ethnic tensions escalate in Manipur after Meitei man's murder; video surfaces online, fueling protests and demands for NIA probe.24 Jan, 2026
📰The Freedom StruggleIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryThe Freedom StruggleIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryTricolour's journey to citizens' hands & hearts, a democracy story, Pg13Landmark judgments democratized India's flag, transforming it from state symbol to citizens' constitutional right through legal battles and civic engagement.The Freedom StruggleIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryThe Freedom StruggleIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary24 Jan, 2026Tricolour's journey to citizens' hands & hearts, a democracy story, Pg13Landmark judgments democratized India's flag, transforming it from state symbol to citizens' constitutional right through legal battles and civic engagement.24 Jan, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationMulti-disciplinary team of experts to ‘define’ Aravalis, Pg1Supreme Court forms expert team to define Aravalis and permissible activities amidst ecological concerns and regulatory lacunae.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and Degradation22 Jan, 2026Multi-disciplinary team of experts to ‘define’ Aravalis, Pg1Supreme Court forms expert team to define Aravalis and permissible activities amidst ecological concerns and regulatory lacunae.22 Jan, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActEC discretion during SIR is not unregulated power: SC, Pg1Supreme Court emphasizes Election Commission's discretion in electoral roll revision must adhere to natural justice and prescribed procedures.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's Act22 Jan, 2026EC discretion during SIR is not unregulated power: SC, Pg1Supreme Court emphasizes Election Commission's discretion in electoral roll revision must adhere to natural justice and prescribed procedures.22 Jan, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryJudicial removal — tough law with a loophole, Pg6Article scrutinizes the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, highlighting a loophole where the Speaker can unilaterally halt impeachment proceedings.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary22 Jan, 2026Judicial removal — tough law with a loophole, Pg6Article scrutinizes the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, highlighting a loophole where the Speaker can unilaterally halt impeachment proceedings.22 Jan, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryMeaningless formality, Pg6Governors in Tamil Nadu and Kerala spark controversy by deviating from or skipping portions of the customary Legislative Assembly address.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary22 Jan, 2026Meaningless formality, Pg6Governors in Tamil Nadu and Kerala spark controversy by deviating from or skipping portions of the customary Legislative Assembly address.22 Jan, 2026
📰Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationSC seeks names of experts to study definition of Aravalli hills, Pg4Supreme Court seeks expert panel nominations to redefine Aravalli Hills, prioritising environmental concerns and regulatory compliance for enhanced protection.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and Degradation22 Jan, 2026SC seeks names of experts to study definition of Aravalli hills, Pg4Supreme Court seeks expert panel nominations to redefine Aravalli Hills, prioritising environmental concerns and regulatory compliance for enhanced protection.22 Jan, 2026
📰Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationSC gives agencies 4 weeks to act on pollution measures, Pg3Supreme Court directs states to implement CAQM's long-term air pollution control measures within four weeks, focusing on vehicular emissions.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and DegradationStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and Degradation22 Jan, 2026SC gives agencies 4 weeks to act on pollution measures, Pg3Supreme Court directs states to implement CAQM's long-term air pollution control measures within four weeks, focusing on vehicular emissions.22 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernor altered policy address, says Kerala CM, Pg1Kerala Governor alters policy address, omitting and changing critical paragraphs on fiscal federalism and pending bills, escalating tensions with state government.Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary21 Jan, 2026Governor altered policy address, says Kerala CM, Pg1Kerala Governor alters policy address, omitting and changing critical paragraphs on fiscal federalism and pending bills, escalating tensions with state government.21 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSC to examine query by T.N., Kerala on whether ED is a ‘juristic person’, Pg12Supreme Court to examine if ED is a 'juristic person' following petitions from Tamil Nadu and Kerala.Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies21 Jan, 2026SC to examine query by T.N., Kerala on whether ED is a ‘juristic person’, Pg12Supreme Court to examine if ED is a 'juristic person' following petitions from Tamil Nadu and Kerala.21 Jan, 2026
Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActWomen and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActAugean mess, Pg8Supreme Court intervenes as ECI's electoral roll 'cleaning' faces scrutiny over flawed processes and potential voter disenfranchisement across multiple states.Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActWomen and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's Act21 Jan, 2026Augean mess, Pg8Supreme Court intervenes as ECI's electoral roll 'cleaning' faces scrutiny over flawed processes and potential voter disenfranchisement across multiple states.21 Jan, 2026