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Assessing Non-Packing Rationales For Increasing the Size of the Supreme Court

These arguments are relatively weak. And to the extent they are valid, they can be addressed without changing the Court's ideological balance.

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SC asks UP, Centre to conclude disciplinary proceedings against ex-IPS Amitabh Thakur in 6 months

The Supreme Court has ordered the Uttar Pradesh government and the Centre to finalize four ongoing disciplinary actions against former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur. These proceedings must be concluded within six months. Thakur, who was compulsorily retired in 2021, claims these inquiries have been prolonged for a decade. His retiral…

The Economic Times

SC sets Rs 30,000 monthly income for housewives, calls them 'nation builders'

The Supreme Court has declared homemakers as nation builders. Their domestic care work will now be recognized as a separate category for compensation in motor accident cases. A notional monthly income of Rs 30,000 has been fixed for calculating this loss. This ruling aims to provide financial recognition for unpaid…

The Economic Times

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Apparent to everyone 'seat chori' took place, will fight: Natarajan after SC dismisses plea

The Supreme Court has dismissed Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's plea against the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination papers. Natarajan stated that seat theft has occurred and the party is ready to fight. The court cited the availability of election petitions as a remedy. Three BJP candidates were declared elected…

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Congress holds 'Satyagraha' protest at Jantar Mantar against ECI over Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination rejection

Congress workers staged a Satyagraha protest at Jantar Mantar. They are opposing the Election Commission of India's decision to reject Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections from Madhya Pradesh. Party leaders allege undemocratic practices and a conspiracy between the BJP and the ECI. They demand a Supreme Court…

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SC points Congress' Meenakshi Natarajan to EC remedy in nomination dispute

The Supreme Court has indicated it generally does not intervene in rejected nomination cases before elections. Candidates usually seek remedies through election law after rejection. The court questioned if it had ever interfered at this nomination scrutiny stage. This stance was taken while hearing a Congress leader's plea against her…

The Economic Times

Online gaming money tax dispute: GST to be charged on full value of the deposit, rules Supreme Court, know how it impacts the players

The Supreme Court has settled India's online gaming tax dispute. GST will now be charged on the full value of player deposits, not just the operator's commission. This ruling impacts online rummy, fantasy sports, and casinos. The court confirmed the tax is on the entire stake, regardless of skill. This…

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VIC:Unmasked firefighter boss to fight corruption report

A firefighter union boss has been named as the person trying block a report looking into a government's negotiations with his union.

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Campaign behind Montana ballot initiative to add nonpartisan judicial elections to the state constitution submits signatures for November

Montanans for Nonpartisan Courts filed signatures for a ballot initiative that would add a section to the Montana Constitution stating that “Judicial elections shall remain nonpartisan.” Montana has used nonpartisan judicial elections since 1936. If the amendment is approved by voters in November, making judicial elections partisan would require another…

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Federal Circuit Stays Enforcement of Ruling Against Trump's Section 122 Tariffs

The ruling is flawed on both substantive and procedural grounds.

Reason

VIC:Firefighter boss named as corruption secrecy bid fails

A firefighter union boss has been named as the person trying block a report looking into a government's negotiations with his union.

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Unmasked firefighter boss to fight corruption report

A firefighter union boss has been named as the person trying block a report looking into a government's negotiations with his union.

AAP

What to know about how states count absentee/mail-in ballots

In the midst of primary season, voters may wonder about the laws that govern how and when states count absentee/mail-in ballots.

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Alabama wants to execute a man by nitrogen hypoxia. That is cruel

To put it plainly, nitrogen hypoxia kills by starving someone of the oxygen needed to sustain life

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SC judge recuses from hearing Jacqueline Fernandez's plea against framing of charges

Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra of the Supreme Court on Thursday recused from hearing a petition filed by Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez against a Delhi trial court order framing charges against her and alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar in a Rs 200 crore money laundering case.

The Economic Times

Supreme Court recognises homemakers as 'nation builders', sets Rs 30,000 monthly compensation for domestic work

The Supreme Court of India has declared homemakers as nation builders. A monthly compensation of Rs. 30,000 will now be awarded for the loss of domestic and caregiving services. The court acknowledged the economic value of unpaid household work. This ruling recognizes the significant contributions of homemakers to families and…

The Economic Times

Daughter becomes co-owner of family property via oral arrangement; she files tenant eviction case and wins in Supreme Court

A daughter, a co-owner of family property through an oral arrangement, has won a tenant eviction case in the Supreme Court. The court ruled that co-owners are considered co-landlords under the Bombay Rents Act. This allows them to initiate eviction proceedings for genuine personal need. The ruling clarifies that exclusive…

The Economic Times

US refunds $22 billion in first repayments of Trump's tariffs in May

US authorities have begun refunding billions in customs duties. This follows a Supreme Court decision invalidating President Donald Trump's global tariffs. May saw $22 billion in refunds, matching duties collected. The government is processing repayments for $166 billion collected under a previous act. However, appeals could impact ongoing reimbursements. The…

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Google Isn't a Common Carrier, Ohio Court of Appeals Rules

From State ex rel. Yost v. Google, LLC, decided Monday by the Ohio Court of Appeals (Judge Andrew J. King,… The post Google Isn't a Common Carrier, Ohio Court of Appeals Rules appeared first on Reason.com.

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My New Lawfare Article on "Why Callais Doesn't Justify Court-Packing"

Court-packing would cause great harm, including by boosting power-grabbing presidents like Trump. Callais's flaws are better addressed by other means.

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12 years of PM Modi: Bold reforms, decisive decisions and political turning points

After 12 years at the helm, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflects on a transformative journey filled with key reforms that have altered India's economic landscape, from the sweeping GST to the bold move of demonetisation. His tenure has also witnessed pivotal constitutional shifts, notably the revocation of Article 370, which…

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Texas death row inmate asks Supreme Court to allow appeal challenging hypnotized witness

Charles Flores wants to use Texas’ “junk science” law to appeal his conviction, saying it was improperly based on testimony from a neighbor who was hypnotized by police.

The Economic Times

Delhi court directs confiscated PACL assets be used for investor repayment

A Special Court has ordered the confiscation of properties belonging to PACL Limited. These assets will now be handed over to the Justice RM Lodha Committee. The committee will use these properties to benefit investors affected by the PACL scheme. This action follows a money laundering investigation by the Enforcement…

Reason

Trump's Position in the White House Ballroom Case Reflects His General Resistance to Judicial Review

The president has repeatedly argued that courts have no business deciding whether his actions are legal.

AAP

As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute

A federal judge has questioned a U.S. Customs and Border Protection official about the government's process for refunding billions of dollars importers paid before the Supreme Court struck down some of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump

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