federalism in India
Supreme Court Clarifies Limits on Article 142 Powers: Implications for Tamil Nadu's Legislative Standoff with Governor
Nov 20, 2025 07:46 pm CST
The Supreme Court has clarified it cannot use special powers under Article 142 to declare bills as 'deemed passed,' creating uncertainty for Tamil Nadu's government seeking to implement 10 bills. This ruling shifts responsibility back to Governor RN Ravi, who now has discretionary authority regarding these twice-approved bills. The case highlights ongoing tensions between state governments and governors over legislative processes, with significant political implications ahead of next year's Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Takes Supreme Court Action Against Governor's Bill Referral: Constitutional Battle Over University Governance
Oct 16, 2025 02:34 am CST
The Tamil Nadu government has challenged Governor RN Ravi in the Supreme Court over his decision to refer the Physical Education and Sports University Amendment Bill to the President instead of granting assent. This constitutional dispute centers on who controls Vice-Chancellor appointments, highlighting tensions between state autonomy and central regulations in India's federal system.