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Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024

March 29, 2025

The Lok Sabha has recently passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024. This legislation aims to update India’s maritime laws to align with international standards. It replaces the outdated Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1925. The ..

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Supreme Court Directs Prompt Disposal of Mercy Petitions

March 29, 2025

Recently, the Supreme Court of India mandated the establishment of dedicated cells to expedite the processing of mercy petitions from death row convicts. This directive arose from concerns regarding the inordinate delays in executing death sentences, which the court deemed ..

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Indian Nationals on Death Row in Foreign Countries

March 28, 2025

The recent execution of Shahzadi Khan in the UAE has raised concerns about Indian nationals on death row abroad. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed her execution in response to a petition from her father. Additionally, two more Indians ..

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SC Ruling on GST Compliance and Rectification

March 28, 2025

The Supreme Court of India recently made ruling regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST). This ruling allows companies to rectify human or arithmetical errors in their tax filings without facing penalties. The decision aims to ease compliance for taxpayers ..

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Reforming Central Bureau of Investigation

March 28, 2025

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is undergoing scrutiny and proposed reforms. A Parliamentary panel has recommended various changes to enhance its operational efficiency and accountability. These reforms aim to address current challenges faced by the agency, including personnel shortages ..

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Concerns Over Amendments to Right to Information Act

March 27, 2025

Recently, civil society groups expressed concerns about amendments to the Right to Information (RTI) Act. These changes were introduced through the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act of 2023. Activists and experts met with Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the ..

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Judicial Appointments in India

March 27, 2025

The recent controversy surrounding the discovery of cash at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma has reignited discussions on judicial appointments in India. This debate has been ongoing since the establishment of the judiciary, with changes ..

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Disaster Management Amendment Bill 2024

March 27, 2025

The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 has recently been passed by the Indian Parliament. It aims to enhance the functionality of disaster management authorities at various levels. The Bill amends the Disaster Management Act of 2005, which established the National ..

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Telangana Adopts Human Organ Transplantation Act

March 26, 2025

Recently, the Telangana Assembly adopted the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994. This move aims to regulate organ transplantation and prevent illegal commercial dealings in human organs. The state previously had its own legislation, the Telangana Transplantation of ..

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Papua New Guinea’s Facebook Shutdown

March 26, 2025

Papua New Guinea (PNG) has recently implemented a temporary shutdown of Facebook. This action is described by the government as a “test” aimed at combating hate speech, misinformation, and explicit content. The shutdown began unexpectedly and has left approximately 1.3 ..

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