Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Representation of the People's Act Constitutional Bodies

SC message to States: Won’t allow impediment to SIR, Pg1

Supreme Court intervenes in West Bengal's electoral roll revision, ensuring fair process and extending scrutiny deadline amidst allegations of obstruction.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Representation of the People's Act Constitutional Bodies

10 Feb, 2026

SC message to States: Won’t allow impediment to SIR, Pg1

Supreme Court intervenes in West Bengal's electoral roll revision, ensuring fair process and extending scrutiny deadline amidst allegations of obstruction.

10 Feb, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure 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.

9 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Representation of the People's Act

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.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Representation 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.

9 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure 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.

8 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

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 Judiciary Important 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.

7 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Representation of the People's Act Constitutional Bodies

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.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Representation of the People's Act Constitutional 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.

7 Feb, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

‘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 Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable 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.

7 Feb, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

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.

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable 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.

7 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

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.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role 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.

6 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures Structure 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.

6 Feb, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure 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.

6 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Constitutional Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

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.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Constitutional Bodies Government 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.

6 Feb, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure 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.

5 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

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.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure 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.

5 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

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 Judiciary Vulnerable 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.

4 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

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 Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Important 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.

4 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary