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The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken suo motu cognizance of a news article reporting the death of four endangered crocodiles in a Rajasthan river, with experts suspecting pollution as the cause.  The tribunal considered the matter serious, as it involves the death of an endangered species listed under Schedule 1(c) of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. In 2022, 50 crocodiles died due to industrial waste pollution in the Chandraloi River, Kota, Rajasthan.  The recent death...

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Wearing Two Hats?

The statutory body has informed the apex court that practising advocates cannot simultaneously work as journalists, whether full-time or part-time. The  submissions were made relying upon Rule 49 of the BCI Rules that prohibit advocates from practicing any other full-time profession while being enrolled as an advocate

Old Friends, New Commitments

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s inaugural overseas visit to India since assuming office showcases classic diplomacy, marked by mutual agreements and concessions. He faces the dual challenge of addressing the nation’s economic and social inequalities while managing complex regional dynamics

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Judging a Judge

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna recently apprised the full court of the Supreme Court of the Collegium’s meeting with the Allahabad High Court judge. The Collegium had met the judge after his remarks targeting Muslims at a Vishwa Hindu Parishad event led to an uproar and Opposition demands for his impeachment 

Law students: Bridging the gap

November 26, Law Day, is also known as Constitution Day or Samvidhan Divas, a day that commemorates the adoption of our Constitution and reflects our commitment to the rule of law and justice. As we celebrate this foundational moment, it is imperative to consider the future of this legal landscape—our law students

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A Dream or A Nightmare?

The extent to which the country would have to change and spend to possibly achieve a state of a one-election cycle for all is probably not needed at this point in history. The entire exercise could result in a bigger expenditure than it undergoes today, and  a logistical chaos of epic proportions

Trump and Indian-Americans

If confirmed, five Indian-Americans are likely to be top-tier players in the new US administration, rewarded for their ideological beliefs and personal loyalty to President-elect Donald Trump. Not surprisingly, several are lawyers with considerable public involvement in Republican and right-wing political issues. Despite a slim Republican majority, all are not assured of confirmation by the US Senate, which must approve top-level presidential appointments

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The Ministry of Jal Shakti has filed a reply affidavit before the National Green Tribunal (NGT) enclosing a project report on snow and glacier changes and their impacts on melt runoff in Himalayan Basins prepared by the National Institute of Hydrology. The report highlights significant changes driven by climate change, including a decline in snow cover and snowmelt runoff, and an increase in rainfall and glacial melt contributing to total runoff. The scenario reflects a slow but steady tr...

A government fit for a king

The people nominated for 15 key posts by President-elect Donald Trump shows that extreme loyalty to him is an absolute pre-requisite, with skill or experience a secondary consideration. Confirmations are probable as Republicans have a four-vote Senate majority. Any Republican senator who joins Democrats to oppose Trump will be shamed and hounded for demonstrating judgment and personal courage