President Droupadi Murmu Confers Padma Awards, Honoring Distinguished Personalities Including Former CJI Khehar, Dancer Shobana, and Actor Anant Nag

President Droupadi Murmu Confers Padma Awards

In a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred the prestigious Padma Awards upon 68 eminent personalities, recognizing their exceptional contributions across various fields. Among the distinguished recipients were former Chief Justice of India, Justice (Retd.) Jagdish Singh Khehar, renowned Bharatanatyam dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, and veteran actor Anant Nag, who were … Read more

Supreme Court to Address Waqf Property Disputes on May 20, CJI Gavai Leads Bench  

Supreme Court to Address Waqf Property Disputes on May 20, CJI Gavai Leads Bench  

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a series of petitions concerning disputes related to Waqf properties on May 20, with a bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai. This significant development comes amidst growing concerns and legal complexities surrounding the administration and control of Waqf properties across the nation. … Read more

Justice B.R. Gavai Sworn in as Chief Justice of India

Justice B.R. Gavai

Justice B.R. Gavai has officially been sworn in as the Chief Justice of India (CJI), marking a significant moment in the nation’s judicial history. The ceremony, held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, saw President Droupadi Murmu administer the oath of office to Justice Gavai.   This appointment is particularly noteworthy as Justice Gavai becomes the first Buddhist … Read more

Supreme Court to Hear Pleas Challenging Validity of Law for Selecting CEC/EC

Supreme Court

New Delhi, February 19, 2025 – The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a batch of petitions today challenging the constitutional validity of the law governing the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (EC). The petitions argue that the new law, enacted in December 2023, gives the government undue … Read more

India’s 76th Republic Day: A Celebration of Excellence

76th Republic Day

On the eve of India’s 76th Republic Day, the nation witnessed the announcement of the prestigious Padma Awards for the year 2025. These awards, among the highest civilian honors in the country, recognize individuals for their exceptional contributions in various fields such as art, literature, medicine, social work, public affairs, and more.   This year, … Read more