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The Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA) brought significant alterations in the framework of Indian Citizenship under the Citizenship Act, 1955, marking a decisive approach to naturalisation in India by religious affiliation, integrating it into the citizenship law and by determining eligibility for citizenship.
The Digital India program is probably one of the most ambitious schemes ever tried by a developing country in using technology to bring about transformation. Initiated in July 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this flagship program has brought about an extensive transformation in the way citizens come in contact with the government for service delivery, seek information, and engage in the digital economy.
The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 (Act No. 34 of 1971) was meant to be an umbrella of compassion and progress over the existing abortion laws in India. The act couldn't however deprive women of the serious health hazards caused by unsafe and illegal abortions which were then a grim reality. Abortion was considered a criminal act under Sections 312 to 316 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 before the law, and it was allowed only when it was the case of saving the woman's life.
Are Airline Pilots “Workmen” Under Labour Law Despite High Salaries? Delhi HC Answers
The Supreme Court On Friday (December 5,2025) Saw A Mercurial Few Moments When A Tamilnadu Government Counsel ‘S Effort For An Early Listing Of An Appeal Challenging A Madras High Court Order Allowing Worshippers Of The Arulmighu Subramaniya Swamy Temple To Light Lamps At The Deepathoon (Stine Lamp Pillar) Atop The Thirupparankundram Hill, Located Close To A Dargah, Was Resisted By The Rival Camp As An Attempt To Create “DRAMA”.
New Delhi, June 30, 2025 — The Supreme Court of India has rejected a matter brought by former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi, who wanted to transfer a 10.65 crore penalty applicable under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The court was firm on the fact that Modi himself was responsible for the violation, and he could not avoid the responsibility by arguing that he was acting in the name of the cricket board.
Olga Tellis & Ors. v. Bombay Municipal Corporation & Ors.
The surrogacy industry in India is estimated at around 400 million dollars per year and has witnessed the emergence of over 3000 fertility clinics all over the country. The Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill, 2019 (“the Bill”) was passed by the Lok Sabha on 5th August 2019. The Bill bans commercial surrogacy and permits only altruistic surrogacy i.e., surrogacy with no monetar compensation apart from coverage of medical and insurance related expenses of the surrogate mother.
The International Environmental laws and their varying approaches are able to make great impacts to the member nations, especially developing countries who are frequently seeking financial incentives to improve compliance with historic treaties and their goals. The evolution of green financing since the Paris agreement marked a new chapter .
On June 25, Italian luxury brand Prada at its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear show in Milan, unveiled footwear inspired by India’s Geographical Indication (GI) tagged Kolhapuri chappals, that ultimately sparked accusation of “cultural misappropriation”. The value of those Kolhapuri chappals copied by Prada were valued around Rs1 lakh–Rs1.2 lakh, and was launched without any initial acknowledgement of the Indian heritage and cultural significance.
On May 23, 2023 India formally announced its interest to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Gujarat with Ahmedabad as the proposed host city. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and President P. T. Usha, a former Olympic athlete, submitted an “expression of interest” to the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) on behalf of India’s Commonwealth Games Association in March 2025 and were informed that the CGF received the expression of interest.
Influencer marketing has gained traction and become an essential tool of digital economy, especially in India with its 800 million internet users. Influencers on Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter are not just content creators, but often consulted and trusted sources that shape public opinion and consumer behavior. However, with great power comes great responsibility.