The Supreme Court has directed the President of India to take a decision within three months on any bill passed by a state legislature and sent for assent by the Governor. This decision comes after the apex court noted that there is no set time limit in Article 201 of the Constitution for the President to act on reserved bills. The court also stated that a delay by a constitutional authority can be subject to judicial scrutiny, citing recommendations from the Sarkaria and Punchhi Commissions.
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has set a three-month deadline for the President to make a decision on any Bills reserved for consideration by Governors. This decision was made in response to the recent case where Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi reserved 10 Bills for Presidential consideration after they had already been reconsidered by the state Assembly. The bench highlighted the absence of a time-limit in Article 201 and emphasized the importance of respecting the role of the President in the legislative process. This ruling will have significant implications for Centre-State relations and ensure timely action on Bills passed by state legislatures.
Today marks the 153rd birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. India is paying tribute to the leader who fought tirelessly for the country's freedom and the rights of its people. President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh have all urged citizens to follow Gandhiji's principles of truth and nonviolence. Let us honor his legacy by sharing his timeless thoughts and working towards building the India of his dreams.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge delivered a strong message to party leaders during the All India Congress Committee session in Ahmedabad, urging those who do not actively contribute to party work to 'take rest' and those failing in their responsibilities to 'retire'. Kharge also emphasized the role of district presidents in rebuilding the party structure and involving grassroots leadership in candidate selection. He declared that the Congress is once again fighting for India's independence, this time against injustice, inequality, poverty, and communalism.
As Ram Navami is celebrated across India, devotees from all over come together to commemorate the birth of Lord Rama. Special arrangements and decorations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya create a spiritual atmosphere for devotees. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extend their greetings, spreading the message of religion, justice, and duty on this auspicious occasion.
The Bhaili Mahila Mandal in Jamshedpur, India, celebrated the 13th Gangaur Sindhara Festival at Rajasthan Bhavan with great enthusiasm. Led by President Kavita Agarwal, women from the Marwari community participated in competitions such as Gangaur Antakshari and Rajasthani folk dance, as well as a traditional attire contest and Gangaur decoration contest. Renowned singer Mahavir Agarwal Munna performed Rajasthani and Gangaur songs, and esteemed guests honored the winners of the competitions. The event also recognized various Marwari women for their contributions to the community, including Rupa Jain for her life-saving liver donation and social media influencer Priya Sharma for promoting Marwari traditions online. The Bhaili Mahila Mandal hopes to continue celebrating the vibrant Marwari culture through similar events in the future.
The Indian Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has intervened to swiftly finalize the Terms of Reference (ToR) for a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) with the United States. The ToR outlines the framework for negotiations and was still pending as US negotiators left India after four days of talks. US President Donald Trump hinted at possible relief for India from sweeping tariffs, while the United States Trade Representative (USTR) raised concerns over various Indian trade barriers, putting pressure on India to amend its trade policies. However, experts warn that India must assess each demand through its own national priorities and values.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Chilean President Gabriel Boric at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen the already "strong" bilateral ties between the two countries. President Boric also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, emphasizing the shared fundamental values between India and Chile. This is President Boric's first visit to India since taking office and he is accompanied by a high-level delegation of ministers, officials, media, and prominent Chileans.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font held discussions on enhancing bilateral relations between India and Chile, particularly in the economic, commercial, and societal sectors. They also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat and announced the start of negotiations for a comprehensive economic partnership agreement. The Chilean President is on a five-day state visit to India, accompanied by a high-level delegation.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric is set to begin a five-day state visit to India on Tuesday, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit will focus on reviewing bilateral ties and discussing international issues of mutual interest, with meetings scheduled between Boric and Modi, as well as President Droupadi Murmu. Additionally, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will launch a portal providing comprehensive data on socio-economic and fiscal parameters of Indian states, while the Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea challenging the validity of a provision of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991.