Supreme Court says banning talaq via whatsApp or email could lead to pre-judgment; defers decision

The Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed caution about passing an immediate order prohibiting the pronouncement of talaq through electronic modes such as WhatsApp or email, observing that such a move…

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Supreme Court urges election commission to devise strategy to tackle excessive poll spending

The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) to examine the possibility of developing a concrete framework to address the problem of excessive election spending. The direction…

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Supreme Court refuses to interfere with Madras High Courts prayer restrictions at Thirupparankundram site

The Supreme Court has declined to interfere with a Madras High Court order that restricts certain religious practices at the Thirupparankundram Hill in Tamil Nadu, describing the High Court’s directions…

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