Ladakh protest for Sixth Schedule has hit an impasse. Govt should propose middle ground
From 1947 until now, we as a nation have accommodated democratic aspirations by making necessary adjustments in our maps, boundaries, and special provisions. Let’s do the same for Ladakh. Key Points
ThePrintDelhi court orders Bloomberg to take down 'defamatory' Article against Zee
A Delhi court has ordered Bloomberg to take down a defamatory Article against Zee Entertainment. The court ruled that Zee might suffer irreparable loss if an injunction was not granted. Key Points
Times Of IndiaArticle 370 box office collection day 6: Yami Gautam film earns just over ₹3 cr
Article 370 box office collection day 6: Yami Gautam's political drama was released in theatres on February 23. It is backed by her husband Aditya Dhar. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesArticle 370 box office collection day 3: Yami Gautam film mints nearly ₹23 crore
Article 370 box office collection day 3: The film stars Yami Gautam, Priyamani, Arun Govil and Kiran Karmarkar. It opened in theatres on Friday. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesRBI banned Paytm Payment Bank, TCS' policy, Zuckerberg blames Apple & Google and more
In a significant move, India's central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has imposed restrictions on fintech giant Paytm, prohibiting it from providing any forms of banking services to its customers. The RBI cited non-compliance and ongoing material supervisory concerns at One 97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, as the reasons behind this decision.This new restriction imposed by the RBI could result in the disruption of several services offered by the Paytm platform. It is important to note the services that will remain functional and those that will be affected by this decision:Click here to read the full article Key Points
Times of India7.7% H1 growth leaves 'sceptics gasping and woefully behind curve': RBI article
Mumbai, Dec 20 (PTI) GDP growth of 7.7 per cent in the first half of this fiscal has “left sceptics gasping and woefully behind the curve”, an RBI Article said on Wednesday. It also stressed the buildup in the growth momentum is likely to be sustained. The Article on the state of the economy published […] Key Points
ThePrintSC verdict on Article 370 settles J&K question. But it dilutes powers of states
Supreme Court affirmed that federalism & democracy are part of the Constitution’s basic structure. But its verdict undermined these core constitutional values to some extent. Key Points
ThePrintArticle 370 chapter is closed. Time for US-China to show they can learn, unlike Pakistan
POK is India’s gateway that will link Asia to the Middle East and Europe. It's advantage India now as an economically bankrupt Pakistan isn't of much use to either China or US. Key Points
ThePrint'Culmination of integration' — SC upholds abrogation of Article 370 that gave J&K special status
A 5-judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud has asked Election Commission to conduct elections in Jammu & Kashmir by September 2024. It also upheld the creation of Ladakh as UT. Key Points
ThePrintSC verdict on Article 370 on Monday — Here's your guide to key questions and arguments
The Supreme Court will pronounce its verdict on Monday on a batch of petitions that challenged the abrogation of the provisions of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Here's all you need to know about the case and what political leaders are saying. Key Points
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We are not out of the woods yet and have miles to go: RBI bulletin on inflation
‘Momentum of growth has picked up, taking GDP well above pre-pandemic levels to becoming the fifth largest economy in the world at market exchange rates’. A Reserve Bank Bulletin on Thursday said retail inflation has moderated due to monetary policy action and supply side interventions, but “we are not out of the woods yet and have miles to go”. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaArticle 370 has self-limiting character : SC
The top court also heard the arguments advanced by senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy, Nitya Ramakrishnan, Sanjay Parikh and PC Sen on behalf of the petitioners. The hearing remained inconclusive and will continue on Thursday with Attorney General R Venkataramani and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta presenting their arguments on behalf of the Centre. Key Points
Economic TimesInvestment cycle gaining momentum, envisaged capex to jump over 80 pc in FY24: RBI Paper
Investment activity is gaining momentum and the envisaged capital expenditure is set to jump by over 80 per cent to Rs 1.71 lakh crore in the current fiscal, according to an Article by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) staffers. The Article by Shreya Bhan, Rajendra N Chavhan and Rajesh B Kavediya, which was published on Thursday, said improvement in capacity utilisation of the manufacturing sector, pick-up in credit demand and improving consumer sentiments are helping the capex cycle. Key Points
Economic TimesCentre, governor acted in tandem to toss out Article 370: Petitioners to Supreme Court
“Constituent assembly while drafting it decided that…the legislature cannot change” the status of Article 370, senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued on behalf of the petitioners. “That is the element of permanency,” he added. The “political act of abrogation of Article 370 was to achieve some political objective de hors the provision of law”, he argued, adding that it was a “mosaic of illegalities”. Key Points
Economic TimesKashmir bills: DMK invoking Periyar on self-determination puts Congress on backfoot in Parliament
RS chairman expunges remark of Mohammed Abdulla on discussion of Kashmir bills. Congress is forced to assert that it doesn't support quote invoked by DMK MP. Key Points
ThePrint
State of J&K does not retain any element of sovereignty : Top statements by Supreme Court on Article 370
The Supreme Court delivered its verdict on petitions challenging the abrogation of Article 370 and the division of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union territories. The court declared that Article 370 is a temporary provision meant for the constitutional integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the Union. It emphasized that Article 370 was not intended for disintegration, and the President has the authority to declare its cessation Key Points
Economic TimesPM Narendra Modi asks people to watch Yami Gautam's Article 370, she reacts
Yami Gautam will be next seen in her film, Article 370 as an intelligence officer. The film will release on 23 February. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndia gaining momentum amid global uncertainty with moderating inflation, less volatile rupee: RBI Bulleti
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has stated in its October bulletin that India is gaining momentum despite global uncertainty. Inflation has eased and the rupee has become less volatile. The Article highlights India's positive performance in high-frequency indicators, particularly in capital-heavy industries. The Indian rupee is currently displaying low volatility, and the moderation in inflation is reinforcing the country's macroeconomic fundamentals. The global economic scenario is also discussed, with a slowdown in global growth noted. Key Points
Economic TimesArticle 370 BO collection day 5: Yami film mints nearly ₹30 cr in India so far
Article 370 box office collection day 5: The film earned over ₹3 crore in India on its first Tuesday. Article 370 stars Yami Gautam, Priyamani, and Arun Govil. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan Times'Defeat for people of Jammu and Kashmir': Omar Abdullah on Article 370 verdict
National Conference leader Omar Abdullah said that the Supreme Court's ruling on Article 370 signifies a "setback for the people of Jammu and Kashmir." He emphasised that while it is indeed a defeat, the ongoing struggle persists. Key Points
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With its Article 370 judgment, Supreme Court has driven a nail through federalism
You cannot interpret a constitution like a contract and hedge, restrict, qualify, or overlook to award the claim to a party. Clever reasoning has no place here. Key Points
ThePrintSC support for legislation on UCC prompted by cases involving gender justice
The issue of personal law running at odds with a woman's rights tore on to the national consciousness in the Mohd Ahmed Khan Vs Shah Bano Begum (1985) case where the SC ordered that maintenance be paid to Khan's first wife Shah Bano beyond the iddat period. The SC order regretted that Article 44 remained a 'dead letter' and questioned the logic of allowing communities to usher in reforms on their own. Key Points
Economic TimesDid Abdullahs play a double game on Article 370?
Contrary to public perception, National Conference leaders, Farooq and Omar Abdullah, reportedly made persistent attempts to ally with the BJP. Devendra Singh, who switched to the BJP from the National Conference, said they tried to ally with the party even after the scrapping of Article 370. Key Points
India Today'Welcome judgment, request PM Modi to restore statehood in J&K soon': Karan Singh on SC's Article 370 verdict
'I welcome it (judgment). Now it has become clear that whatever happened is constitutionally valid...I request PM Modi to restore statehood soon....,'' said senior Congress leader Karan Singh Key Points
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