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India’s debate over synchronizing elections resurfaces, balancing efficiency against federalism, diversity, and democratic accountability. Professor Ranbir Singh dissects the complexities

By Sujit Bhar Immediately after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman read out her speech for the Union Budget proposals on February 1, a meme started doing the rounds on social media. It went somet...

By Inderjit Badhwar In this issue of India Legal, we had a rich harvest of stories vying for our cover. Justice Kamaljit Singh Garewal’s thought-provoking commentary on the death penalty challenge...

This year’s awards reflect a stark duality—on one hand, the recognition of divisive figures aligned with the ruling ideology, and on the other, the celebration of unsung heroes whose quiet contributions embody India’s true spirit

The answer has been provided by Judge Anirban Das, Additional Sessions Judge, 1st Court, Sealdah, South 24 Parganas, in his well written and  commendable judgment. The judge remained steadfast and focused, in the face of tremendous public pressure, and the horrendous nature of the crime, and delivered justice to Sanjay Roy by saving his life 

In this  Legislative Assembly election, political parties are in a heated competition—not just for power, but for the most enticing giveaway—from providing free electricity to direct cash transfers. Despite the Supreme Court ruling in 2024 that pre-election freebies do not constitute “corrupt practices,” and directing the Election Commission of India to establish guidelines, enforcement remains lax. 

As the two Asian giants India  navigate a fragile détente, the re-election of Donald Trump adds a new dimension to the geopolitical chessboard. While New Delhi and Beijing seek to stabilize relations, Washington’s evolving China strategy raises critical questions about India’s balancing act between the two powers. Will India emerge as a bridge, a battleground, or a decisive player in the shifting global order?

In a verdict poised to reshape urban soundscapes, the Bombay High Court has declared that curbing loudspeaker use at religious sites is not a constitutional violation, but a public health necessity—setting strict noise control guidelines and prioritizing citizens’ right to peace  

On January 27, 2025, Uttarakhand became the first Indian state to implement the long-debated Uniform Civil Code (UCC), a step hailed as revolutionary by some and divisive by others. But as the dust settles, the UCC’s implications—both social and legal—remain the subject of intense national debate

Does death grant freedom from earthly divides? A recent case revealed that the answer may be far more complex.