separation of powers
Supreme Court Judges Face Off Against Ministers in Historic Badminton Tournament
Nov 28, 2025 04:19 pm CST
In an unprecedented sporting event, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Vikram Nath will compete against Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal in badminton exhibition matches at Delhi's Thyagraj Stadium, bringing together India's judicial and executive branches in a friendly competition featuring 84 judges from across the country.
Former CJI BR Gavai Reflects on Shoe-Throwing Incident and Defends Judiciary's Transparency
Nov 27, 2025 12:08 am CST
Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai discusses his measured response to a courtroom shoe-throwing incident, defends the transparency of the Supreme Court collegium system, and addresses key issues facing India's judiciary including judge shortages and the boundaries of judicial activism.
Supreme Court Clarifies: No Timelines Can Bind President and Governors on Bill Approvals
Nov 20, 2025 03:37 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ruled that the President and state Governors cannot be bound by timelines for approving Bills, clarifying that their actions are not subject to judicial review until a Bill becomes law. This decisive judgment responds to President Droupadi Murmu's constitutional queries following a controversial verdict in the Tamil Nadu Governor case, reinforcing the separation of powers doctrine while acknowledging that prolonged, unexplained inaction may invite limited judicial scrutiny.
Supreme Court Confronts Centre Over Delays in Tribunal Reforms Case Amid CJI's Approaching Retirement
Nov 07, 2025 10:21 am CST
The Supreme Court expressed strong displeasure over the Centre's repeated requests to adjourn hearings on the constitutional validity of the 2021 Tribunal Reforms Act. Chief Justice Gavai, who retires on November 23, questioned whether the government intended to delay resolution until after his retirement, noting that the Act contains provisions nearly identical to those previously struck down by the Court for undermining judicial independence.
Indian Democracy at Risk: New Bill Threatens Political Rights by Equating Arrest with Guilt
Oct 31, 2025 11:41 am CST
A controversial new bill in India proposes automatic removal of ministers after 30 days in custody without trial, undermining democratic principles and the presumption of innocence. This analysis examines how the legislation could weaponize arrests for political purposes, disproportionately affect marginalized communities, and destabilize governance - all while contradicting Supreme Court precedents on due process.
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Withhold $4 Billion in Congressionally Approved Foreign Aid
Sep 27, 2025 06:06 am CST
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration, permitting the withholding of approximately $4 billion in congressionally authorized foreign aid as part of the president's "America First" agenda. This controversial decision centers on presidential authority to rescind funds appropriated by Congress and raises significant questions about the separation of powers between government branches.