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Supreme Court to Hear Challenge Against Election Rule Amendments—A Blow to Transparency?

In a case that could have major implications for electoral transparency in India, the Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Union Government and the Election Commission of India over a petition challenging amendments to the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961. The petitioner, RTI activist Anjali Bhardwaj, argues that the 2024 amendment to Rule…
Senator Raphael Warnock Speaks Out: A Candid Conversation on National Challenges

Senator Raphael Warnock delivers a powerful critique of current political discourse, addressing key issues including controversial political nominations, faith in governance, and national leadership. The document highlights Warnock’s stance on: Challenging controversial political rhetoric Criticizing inappropriate responses to national tragedies Defending democratic institutions Emphasizing the importance of principled leadership Connecting faith with political responsibility
Supreme Court Appoints Outside Lawyers to Argue Key Cases—What It Means for You

In an unusual but not unprecedented move, the U.S. Supreme Court has appointed two outside attorneys to argue in two high-profile cases for the 2024-25 term. This decision comes after the federal government declined to defend lower court rulings in these cases. The Court selected Michael Huston and Christopher Mills to step in as “friends…
Supreme Court to Decide: Can You Sue Over a Wrongful SWAT Raid?

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could redefine when individuals can sue the federal government for law enforcement mistakes. The case, Martin v. United States, arises from a botched 2015 FBI SWAT raid in Georgia, where federal agents mistakenly stormed the wrong home, terrifying an innocent family. At the heart…
Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Pause on Key Biden-Era Policies

The Trump administration has moved to halt Supreme Court proceedings in four pivotal cases involving environmental and education policies established under the Biden administration. In filings submitted by Acting Solicitor General Sarah Harris, the government requested that the Court pause briefing schedules to allow federal agencies—namely, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of…
High-Profile Bail Dispute: Supreme Court Weighs In on Karnataka Actor Darshan’s Case

The legal tug-of-war in the high-profile Renukaswamy murder case has escalated, with the Supreme Court now issuing notice on the Karnataka government’s plea to cancel bail granted to actor Darshan by the Karnataka High Court. This case, fraught with allegations of abduction, torture, and murder, raises critical questions about the limits of judicial discretion in…
The Fake Lawyers Problem: Supreme Court Demands Faster Verification of Advocates’ Credentials

In a critical move to uphold the integrity of the legal profession, the Supreme Court of India has expressed grave concerns over the prolonged delays in verifying law degrees and enrolments of advocates by the Bar Councils. This issue was highlighted during a hearing on January 24, where Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, along with Justices…
Electoral Bonds and Legal Battles: Unveiling the Supreme Court’s Ruling

The Supreme Court of India recently dismissed a petition seeking the confiscation of ₹16,518 crores collected by political parties under the controversial 2018 Electoral Bonds Scheme. The petition, filed by Advocate Dr. Khem Singh Bhati, requested judicial intervention to address alleged “quid pro quo” arrangements between corporate donors and political parties. Here’s a breakdown of…
Forum Shopping or Fair Access? Supreme Court Tackles FDA Tobacco Control Clash

The Supreme Court is set to deliberate on a pivotal legal battle involving R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company (RJR Vapor) and the FDA. At the core of the dispute is whether the North Carolina-based e-cigarette manufacturer can challenge the FDA’s rejection of its menthol-flavored Vuse e-cigarettes in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit—a…
Summary of Justin Baldoni’s Lawsuit Against Blake Lively and Others

Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios claim Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds took control of the film “It Ends With Us”, leading to budget issues and production delays. Lively allegedly rewrote parts of the script and manipulated media narratives against Baldoni, resulting in a $400 million lawsuit for defamation and civil extortion.