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CJI Gavai on creamy layer verdict backlash, retirement

Outgoing CJI B R Gavai reveals facing severe criticism from his community for the SC sub-classification verdict. He emphasizes logic over politics and reflects on key judicial principles in his farewell address.

CJI Gavai backs creamy layer exclusion for SC reservation

Chief Justice BR Gavai supports creamy layer concept for Scheduled Castes reservation. Analysis of OBC quota implementation reveals only 17% filled over decades. Explore the historical context and better solutions.

HC Seeks Reply on Mayor Post Reservation Challenge

Jharkhand High Court directs state govt & election commission to respond to a petition challenging the reservation policy for mayor's posts in Dhanbad and Giridih municipal elections. Next hearing on Dec 17.

SC's 50% Reservation Warning to Maharashtra for Local Polls

The Supreme Court has sternly warned the Maharashtra government against exceeding the 50% reservation cap for OBCs in upcoming local body elections, threatening to stay the polls if necessary. Get the full case breakdown.

Supreme Court Directs Restoration of Jim Corbett

Supreme Court mandates immediate restoration of Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve, bans illegal construction, and orders CBI probe into forest official misconduct. Read the full verdict.

PMK Urges TN Govt to Challenge SC's Mekedatu Ruling

PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss urges Tamil Nadu government to file review petition against Supreme Court's Mekedatu dam verdict. Calls for strong legal arguments to protect state's Cauvery water rights.

Sheikh Hasina Verdict Date Set for November 17

Bangladesh's special tribunal will deliver verdict against former PM Sheikh Hasina in crimes against humanity case on November 17. Stay informed with latest developments.

Nithari's Dark Past Fades as Life Moves Forward

Seventeen years after Nithari killings shocked the nation, the village has returned to daily rhythms. But the infamous D5 house remains a silent reminder of the horrors that exposed policing failures.

Pune Civic Polls Reservation Draw Declared

Pune Municipal Corporation election reservation draw allocates 83 seats for women, 44 for OBC. Political aspirants launch campaigns as BJP, NCP, Congress candidates reveal constituencies.

Supreme Court Acquits Nithari's Surendra Koli

The Supreme Court has acquitted Surendra Koli in the last pending Nithari killings case, ordering his release. This marks the final legal chapter in the 2006 serial murders that shocked the nation. Read the full details.

SC: Hiding criminal conviction voids election

In a groundbreaking verdict, India's Supreme Court declares that non-disclosure of criminal conviction by election candidates renders their election void, strengthening electoral transparency.

SC Allows Spectrum Transfer in Aircel Insolvency Case

In a groundbreaking verdict, India's Supreme Court clears the path for telecom spectrum transfer during corporate insolvency, providing major relief to stressed telecom companies and reshaping the industry's future.

Rajnath Singh: Army quotas would cause anarchy

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delivers powerful statement against caste-based reservations in armed forces, warning it would undermine national security and discipline.

Haryana Promotion Quota Invalid: High Court

Punjab & Haryana High Court invalidates Haryana's reservation in promotions, ruling it unconstitutional without proper amendments to state service rules. Major setback for state government.

SC Slams UP-MP Over Flawed Transport Pact

Supreme Court exposes serious flaws in inter-state transport pact between Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, questioning government's application of mind in crucial public matter.

HC: Quota in promotion without rule change illegal

In a significant verdict, Punjab and Haryana High Court rules that reservation in promotions without amending service rules violates constitutional principles. The judgment impacts government employees across both states.

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