NHRC flags concerns over exclusive serving of halal meat on trains, seeks response from Railways

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised serious concerns about the Indian Railways’ practice of offering only halal-certified meat to passengers on its trains, stating that the arrangement appears,…

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Collegium system strong but needs transparency: SCBA president Vikas Singh urges swift finalisation of MoP

SCBA president Vikas Singh has reiterated that the collegium system remains India’s strongest mechanism for judicial appointments, but emphasised that it must be supported by clearer procedures and greater accountability.…

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Supreme Court upholds termination of Christian Army officer for refusing regimental religious parades

The Supreme Court has upheld the dismissal of a Christian officer in the Indian Army on the grounds that his refusal to participate in the regimental religious parades constituted ‘gross…

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Justice Vikram Nath assumes charge as Executive Chairman of National Legal Services Authority

Supreme Court judge Justice Vikram Nath on Monday officially took over as the Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA). President Draupadi Murmu appointed Justice Nath as the…

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