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The Hindu
4 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Legal awareness camp for students held at Chamarajanagar
The Indian Constitution framed by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is the foundation of all laws in the country and contains both citizens' rights and duties, said M. Eshwar, Senior Civil Judge and member-secretary of District Legal Services Authority, Chamarajanagar. Speaking at the inauguration of the 'Legal Awareness for Students and presentation of State-level Student Ratna Award', on Friday, Mr. Eshwar said that everyone is equal under the law, and individuals should gain legal awareness as it was essential to build a life as a good citizen in society. He said one need not have complete knowledge of it, but developing adequate legal awareness was necessary for daily life. Chamarajanagar University Vice-Chancellor M.R. Gangadhar underlined the importance of cultivating legal awareness, and said it was imperative for the youth. Though it has been 75 years since the country gained independence, discussions revolving around creating legal awareness remains a widely discussed topic, Mr. Gangadhar said. He said incidents of atrocities against women and children continue to occur, and legal awareness was necessary for everyone to address such issues. Students who achieved excellence in various fields were honored with the State level 'Student Ratna Award' and certificates of appreciation. Award recipients Sulochana, and Sinchana from Hondarabalu Jawahar Navodaya School, who had participated in the Prime Minister's 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' programme, shared their thoughts at the event. Additional Deputy Commissioner T. Javare Gowda, Chamarajanagar University Registrar (Administration) R. Lokanath, and others were present.
The Wire
9 hours ago
- Politics
- The Wire
'SC Banned Bulldozer Justice Because Executive Cannot Be Judge, Jury and Executioner': CJI Gavai
Law CJI Gavai also quoted from the Supreme Court judgment in the case pertaining to bulldozer demolitions, which said 'Construction of a house has an aspect of socio-economic rights.' Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai during the State Lawyers Conference organised by Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa, in Mumbai on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Photo: PTI New Delhi: Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai on Thursday (June 19) told an assembly of top Italian judges how the Supreme Court had banned 'bulldozer justice', preventing the executive from becoming the judge, jury and executioner. "The executive cannot become judge, jury and executioner all at once," said CJI Gavai, reported Times of India. CJI Gavai also quoted from the Supreme Court judgment in the case pertaining to bulldozer demolitions which said "Construction of a house has an aspect of socio-economic rights.' He was speaking at the Milan Court of Appeal on 'Role of Constitution in Delivering Socio-Economic Justice in a Country: Reflections from 75 Years of Indian Constitution". "For an average citizen, construction of a house is often the culmination of years of hard work, dreams and aspirations. A house is not just a property but embodies the collective hopes of a family or individuals for stability, security and a future," said CJI Gavai. 'As we look back on these 75 years, there is no doubt that the Indian Constitution has strived for change in the life of the common people. To summarise, several aspects of Directive Principles were made enforceable by reading or legislating them as a facet of fundamental rights,' he added. CJI Gavai said that the Constitution's journey in the past 75 years in delivering socio-economic justice "is a story of great ambition and important successes...' "Affirmative action policies in education, which sought to correct historical injustices and ensure representation of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and socially and educationally backward classes, have been a concrete expression of the Constitution's commitment to substantive equality and socio-economic justice," said the CJI. He cited his own example – the second Dalit to become CJI – and said that he was a product of the very constitutional ideals that sought to democratise opportunity and dismantle the barriers of caste and exclusion. The Wire is now on WhatsApp. Follow our channel for sharp analysis and opinions on the latest developments.
The Hindu
10 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Congress, RJD responsible for making Bihar deplorable: PM Modi in Siwan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (June 20, 2025) slammed both the Opposition parties the Rashtriya Janata Dal and the Congress for making Bihar deplorable. 'The Nitish Kumar-led NDA government has brought Bihar back to track,' he said. This is Mr. Modi's fourth visit since January to the poll-bound Bihar, with the Assembly election due in October-November. The Prime Minister invoked the legacy of first President of India Dr. Rajendra Prasad who was born in Siwan and his contribution in making the Indian Constitution. Siwan is the place which gives power to the country, the PM said. 'Of late, I had got opportunity to meet some important leaders of the country and all leaders are impressed with fast progress of India,' he said. But I want to do more for Bihar, for every village, for every household, for every youth, he said. Mr. Modi also listed works done by the NDA government in Bihar in the last 10 years . Mr. Modi also launched 28 development projects worth more than ₹5,900 crore in Bihar's Siwan district. Mr. Modi inaugurated the new Vaishali–Deoria railway line project, built at a cost of over ₹400 crore, and flagged off a new train service on this route. Additionally, in a major boost to connectivity in north Bihar, Mr. Modi also flagged off the Vande Bharat Express between Patliputra (Patna) and Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah. Further promoting the 'Make in India – Make for the World' initiative, Mr. Modi flagged off a state-of-the-art locomotive built at Marhowra plant for export to the Republic of Guinea. In line with his commitment to conservation and rejuvenation of the Ganga, the PM inaugurated six Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) under the Namami Gange project, worth over ₹1,800 crore. He also laid the foundation stone for additional water supply, sanitation and STP projects across Bihar, totaling ₹3,000 crore. In a major thrust to the energy sector, the PM laid the foundation stone for a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) across 15 grid substations in the state, including those in Muzaffarpur, Motihari, Bettiah, and Siwan. Mr, Modi also handed over the first instalment to more than 53,600 beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U) and marked the Grih Pravesh ceremony for over 6,600 completed houses by handing over keys to select beneficiaries. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, two Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and other senior NDA leaders were also present.
New Indian Express
11 hours ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Planning council line-up complete, in boost for greater Kochi region development
KOCHI: The election of four members two each of the LDF and the UDF of the Kochi corporation council on Thursday has completed the line-up of the 10-member Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC), setting the stage for development of the greater Kochi region, spanning nine municipalities, 30 grama panchayats and the corporation in Ernakulam district. Six representatives from local bodies in the region were elected early this week. The council will also have five government-nominated members. The election of the chairperson will be held on July 1. With five members each from the LDF and the UDF in the council, chairmanship may be decided by a coin toss. The government nominees do not have voting power. Kochi mayor M Anilkumar said that development of the city will be incomplete without including nearby municipalities and panchayats, and the constitution of MPC will drive it. 'Kochi is not about the municipal corporation. The area extends from Aroor in the south to North Paravoor in the north and Perumbavoor in the east to Angamaly in the west. However, projects are mostly limited to the boundaries of the corporation. Master plans should also benefit the larger metropolitan area. The MPC can help with this,' he said. The Kerala High Court, in March 2023, directed the state government to constitute an MPC for Kochi as mandated under Article 243 ZE of the Indian Constitution to prepare a draft development plan for metropolitan areas. A proposal was submitted to the state government to set up MPCs for Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi. The mayor added that as representatives of local bodies are elected to MPC, the development of every area would be ensured. Dr May Mathew, founder trustee and chief planner with the Centre for Environmental Efficiency, said that MPCs as envisaged in the Constitution are bodies wherein regional planning parameters are incorporated. Dos and don'ts are evolved using a scientifically backed development plan for the metropolitan region, which contains both urban and rural areas.
Hans India
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
CJI: Without addressing inequalities, no nation can claim to be truly democratic
New Delhi: Without addressing the structural inequalities that marginalise large sections of society, no nation can claim to be truly progressive or democratic, Chief Justice of India B R Gavai has said. He also emphasised that socio-economic justice is a practical necessity for achieving long-term stability, social cohesion, and sustainable development. Speaking at a function in Milan on the topic of 'Role of Constitution in Delivering Socio-Economic Justice in a Country: Reflections from 75 Years of Indian Constitution' , the CJI said justice is not an abstract ideal and it must take root in social structures, in the distribution of opportunity, and in the conditions under which people live. 'Socio-economic justice, in other words, a practical necessity for achieving long-term stability, social cohesion, and sustainable development,' he said. The CJI said it is not merely a matter of redistribution or welfare, but it is also about enabling every person to live with dignity, to realise their full human potential, and to participate as equals in the social, economic, and political life of the country. 'Thus, for any country, socio-economic justice is a crucial aspect of national progress. It ensures that development is inclusive, that opportunities are equitably distributed, and that all individuals, regardless of their social or economic background, can live with dignity and freedom,' he said. CJI Gavai said the journey of the Indian Constitution over the last 75 years in delivering socio-economic justice is a story of great ambition and important successes. 'As Chief Justice of India, I take pride in stating that the framers of the Indian Constitution were deeply conscious of the imperative of socio-economic justice while drafting its provisions. It's drafting took place in the aftermath of a long and hard-fought struggle for independence from colonial rule,' he said. He said affirmative action policies in education, which sought to correct historical injustices and ensure representation of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and socially and educationally backward classes, have been a concrete expression of the Constitution's commitment to substantive equality and socio-economic justice. 'I have often said, and I reiterate here today, that it is because of this constitutional vision of inclusion and transformation that I am standing before you as the Chief Justice of India. Coming from a historically marginalised background, I am a product of the very constitutional ideals that sought to democratise opportunity and dismantle the barriers of caste and exclusion,' he said. Elaborating further, the CJI said the Constitution has given people the vision, the tools, and the moral guidance, and it has shown that law can indeed be a tool for social change, a force for empowerment, and a protector of the vulnerable. CJI Gavai added that the Indian Constitution, which was adopted on January 26, 1950, is not just a political document for governance, but is a promise to society, a revolutionary statement, and a ray of hope for a country coming out of long years of colonial rule, suffering from poverty, inequality, and social divisions. 'It was a promise of a new beginning where social and economic justice would be the main goal of our country. At its core, the Indian Constitution upholds the ideals of freedom and equality for all,' he said. He said over the last 75 years, India's Constitution has played a major role in advancing socio-economic justice for its citizens, and in fact, the earliest and most significant steps toward this goal were initiated by the Indian Parliament. He added that efforts to reduce poverty, enhance job creation and provide basic services like food, housing, and healthcare have also been critical to India's social policy landscape in recent decades.
