In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has overturned a 1967 ruling that prevented Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) from claiming minority status. This historic verdict addresses decades of legal challenges surrounding AMU’s status as a minority institution under Article 30 of the Indian Constitution, which grants minority communities the right to establish and…
In a diplomatic gesture following the recent U.S. elections, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in India’s Lok Sabha, extended congratulations to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on his re-election victory. In separate messages to President-elect Trump and outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris, Gandhi expressed confidence in the enduring relationship between India and the United States…
Tensions between India and Canada escalated further after Canada blocked the prominent Australian news outlet Australia Today from airing in Canada. The ban came immediately after Australia Today aired a press conference held by India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, in which he criticized the Trudeau government’s permissiveness toward pro-Khalistani extremists. India responded sharply, calling…
An Uneasy Alliance Rekindled Donald Trump’s return to the White House has sent ripples through global politics, sparking mixed reactions from leaders worldwide. Some leaders cautiously welcomed Trump’s comeback, while others, particularly those who have shared a tense relationship with him, face renewed challenges. Among them is Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, whose past conflicts…
A Lifetime in the Judiciary Comes to a Close On a historic Friday, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud bid farewell to the Supreme Court and his distinguished career, leaving behind a legacy of landmark judgments and steadfast commitment to justice. Appointed as the 50th CJI on November 9, 2022, his two-year tenure has…
A Historic Opportunity Missed Once again, the United States came close to shattering its longest-standing political barrier—the presidency’s ultimate “glass ceiling”—only to retreat. Kamala Harris, Democratic candidate in the 2024 election, was vying to become the first female, Black, and South Asian President of the United States. Her defeat to former President Donald Trump, a…
Scrutiny on E-commerce Giants In a significant escalation of regulatory scrutiny in India’s e-commerce sector, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s financial crime agency, recently raided offices of sellers operating on Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart. These raids are part of an ongoing investigation into potential violations of India’s foreign investment laws, which dictate the operations of…
A Bold Stand on Social Media Risks for Youth The Australian government has proposed one of the strictest social media regulations in the world, with plans to ban children under 16 from accessing popular platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X. This announcement, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, aims to protect children’s mental…
Rekindling a Strong Partnership The rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump, known for its warmth and mutual admiration, was a defining feature of Trump’s first presidency. From joint rallies like “Howdy Modi” in Houston to “Namaste Trump” in Ahmedabad, the two leaders shared a dynamic friendship that resonated with both Indian and…
· Supreme Court slams NCLAT’s ruling and ordered immediate liquidation · Jet Airways’ liquidation ruling ends years of failed revival attempts · Becomes the second major airline in India to be liquidated under the IBC Rise and Fall of Jet Airways Once a symbol of luxury and reliability in India’s skies, Jet Airways’ journey has officially come to…
