Poll Panel Defends SIR Power Before Supreme Court
The Election Commission of India has told the Supreme Court it holds the power and competence to undertake Summary Revision of electoral rolls. Read the full details of the legal submission.
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India, Bhutan Supreme Courts Sign MoU for Law Clerk Exchange
The Supreme Court of India and the Supreme Court of Bhutan sign a landmark MoU for exchanging law clerks and judicial knowledge, strengthening bilateral legal ties. Read more about this historic judicial partnership.
AI Spending Drives Record Corporate Bond Trading Volumes
Daily corporate bond trading hit a record $50 billion in 2025, fueled by AI infrastructure spending and private credit growth. Experts predict even higher volumes for 2026. Read more.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
The Supreme Court of India convenes vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, during the winter break—a historic first. Discover the urgent cases heard.
SC Vacation Benches Sit During Winter Break for First Time
In a historic first, Supreme Court vacation benches, including one led by CJI Surya Kant, convened during the winter recess. The court was closed from Dec 22 to Jan 2. Read more.
SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Aravalli Case
The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the Aravalli deforestation case. A bench led by CJI Chandrachud will hear the matter on Monday, December 30, 2024. Read for details.
Assam Draft Electoral Roll: 10.56 Lakh Names Deleted
Assam's draft electoral roll sees over 10.56 lakh names removed after special revision. Check details, claims, and objections process here.
SC Overturns Rape Conviction, Cites 'Sixth Sense' for Mediation
The Supreme Court acquits a man in a 2013 rape case, citing a 'sixth sense' that the parties could reconcile. The bench emphasized the need for nuance in consent cases. Read the full legal analysis.
SC: Driving Licence Invalid Immediately After Expiry
The Supreme Court has clarified that a driving licence becomes invalid the day after its expiry if not renewed. Know the legal implications and renewal process to avoid penalties.
SC Criticizes Uttarakhand for Forest Land Encroachment
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
Lottery Firm Gives Rs 110 Cr to Tamil Nadu Parties
Kolkata-based Tiger Associates donated Rs 110 crore to DMK and AIADMK in 2024-25, becoming their largest donor. Explore the details of political funding and corporate contributions in Tamil Nadu.
Congress Sees 50% Dip in Political Donations
The Indian National Congress reports a sharp 50% fall in political donations for 2023-24, raising questions about funding challenges ahead of elections. Read the full analysis.
BJP Gets 12 Times More Donations Than Congress in FY25
The BJP received a staggering ₹6,088 crore in political donations for FY25, 12 times more than Congress. Discover the top donors and the role of electoral trusts. Read the full breakdown.
Supreme Court Registry to Scrutinise Urgent Cases: CJI
CJI Surya Kant instructs Supreme Court Registry to carefully examine urgent cases for appropriate listing. Special vacation benches are currently operational for immediate hearings. Read the full details.
BJP gets 12 times Congress funding in 2024-25
BJP received over ₹6,000 crore in political donations in 2024-25, 12 times Congress' ₹522 crore. Electoral trusts dominate funding post-SC scrapping electoral bonds. Full donor list revealed.
TMC's FY25 donations triple to Rs 185 crore
Trinamool Congress declared Rs 184.96 crore from 448 donors in 2024-25, a three-fold jump. Top donors include Prudent Electoral Trust, a lottery distributor, and Bengal-based firms. Details inside.
How Money Influences Indian Politics and Elections
Explore the growing influence of money in Indian politics, analyzing election expenditure trends, corporate funding, and the implications for democracy. Understand the financial dynamics shaping governance.
JMM donations surge 174%, Vedanta tops donor list
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha's declared funding jumped to Rs 33.2 crore in 2024-25, a 174% rise. Mining giant Vedanta contributed Rs 20 crore. Explore the full donor breakdown and analysis here.
TDP, Jana Sena 2024-25 Donors: Pharma, Solar Firms Lead
The ruling TDP and ally Jana Sena in Andhra Pradesh received bulk funds from pharma, solar, and real estate firms in 2024-25, as per EC reports. TDP's donations dipped to Rs 83.03 crore. Explore the key donors and trends.
BJP Donations Hit Rs 6,073 Crore After Electoral Bonds Scrapped
BJP's donations surged 53% to Rs 6,073 crore in 2024-25 after SC scrapped electoral bonds. 52% came from trusts, top donors include Serum Institute, Vedanta. Read the full analysis.
Trust Donations Jump 3-Fold After Electoral Bonds Scrapped
After Supreme Court scrapped electoral bonds, corporate-backed trusts' political donations surged over 200% to Rs 3,811 crore in FY25, with BJP receiving 82% of total funds. Explore the data and key donors.
Special SC Vacation Bench Led by CJI to Sit on December 22
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a special vacation bench on December 22 to hear urgent matters. This move ensures judicial access during the Supreme Court's winter break.
Kerala HC Allows ED Probe into KIIFB Masala Bonds
Kerala High Court division bench stays single judge order, permitting ED to continue proceedings against KIIFB over alleged FEMA violations in Masala Bond funds usage. Details inside.
Supreme Court to Hear Urgent Matters on December 22
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced that one or two Supreme Court benches may sit on December 22 to hear urgent cases. The registry will verify the urgency before listing. Read for details.
SC Saves BDS Degrees, Imposes ₹10 Cr Fines on Colleges
Supreme Court regularises BDS degrees for 2016-17 Rajasthan students admitted with NEET percentile relaxation, but imposes ₹10 crore fines on erring colleges and mandates pro-bono service from students.
Kerala HC Stays ED Notice to CM Vijayan in KIIFB Case
Kerala High Court grants 3-month stay on ED's FEMA show-cause notice to CM Pinarayi Vijayan over KIIFB Masala Bonds. Details on the land use allegations and court's interim order inside.
Supreme Court on Stray Dogs Case: Hearing Cancelled
Supreme Court's sharp remarks in stray dogs case as scheduled hearing before a special bench is cancelled. Kapil Sibal informs bench. Details inside.
Kerala Leaders Challenge ED Notices on KIIFB Masala Bonds
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and ex-finance minister T M Thomas Isaac move High Court against ED's FEMA notices on KIIFB's Masala Bonds. Hearing scheduled for Thursday. Read the full details.
SC Asks Centre, Bar for Security Proposals After CJI Incident
The Supreme Court directs the Centre and SCBA to propose security measures after a shoe was hurled at CJI Chandrachud. Read the latest updates on judicial security.
India's Bond Market Tilts Back to Listed Debt
India's corporate bond market is witnessing a structural shift as regulatory pushes and investor demand drive issuers towards exchange-listed bonds. Discover the data and expert insights behind this trend.
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