Legislative Privileges Issue: SC Says No Point in Engaging in Academic Exercise

Legislative Privileges Issue: SC Says No Point in Engaging in Academic Exercise

The Supreme Court on Monday indicated that it would not spend time deciding a constitutional question that may no longer have a live dispute behind it. The issue before the court concerns the scope of legislative privileges enjoyed by MLAs and how those privileges interact with the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression. […]

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Australia’s High Court Upholds Ban on Russia’s New Embassy Near Parliament — A Win for National Security and Sovereignty

Australia’s High Court Upholds Ban on Russia’s New Embassy Near Parliament — A Win for National Security and Sovereignty

Australia’s High Court has ruled unanimously to block Russia from building a new embassy in Canberra, reinforcing the government’s 2023 decision to cancel Moscow’s lease on security grounds. The decision comes after months of legal wrangling between the Russian government and Australia, following Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s swift action last year to prevent the establishment […]

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Supreme Court Puts Brakes on Key Provisions of Waqf Amendment Act, 2025 — A Pause That Offers Hope

Supreme Court Puts Brakes on Key Provisions of Waqf Amendment Act, 2025 — A Pause That Offers Hope

In a significant decision on Monday, the Supreme Court of India refused to completely stay the recently passed Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, but crucially put on hold some of its most controversial provisions, stirring a wave of cautious optimism across communities. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justice AG Masih stated […]

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