R (Miller) v Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union [2016] EWHC 2768 – A remarkable decision by the High Court of England and Wales on notification under Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union and the quintessential executive vs. legislature debate under Constitutional law Scope of th...
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Monsoon Session Day 8: The Lokpal and Lokayuktas (Amendment) Bill was introduced and passed in Lok Sabha today. The Bill replaces Section 44 of the Act, which required disclosures of assets by public servants. Further, it detailed the manner and timelines of such disclosures (such as disclosures to ...
Rajya Sabha saw repeated adjournments through the day due to protests over reported attacks on Dalits in Gujarat. In light of these protests, the Deputy Chairman informed the members that a discussion on the issue will be taken up tomorrow. Lok Sabha also saw protests on this issue. The Home Ministe...
Members in Rajya Sabha yesterday called the attention of the Minister on the situation arising due to floods in the country and the preventive measures taken by the government etc. During the debate members highlighted several issues like blockade of roadways in hilly areas, the need for better wate...
Delhi: City of Ambassadors and politicians (and lawyers) Back when Anna was fasting to death, I was harshly critical of him for holding an elected government hostage. I was firm in my conviction that if you want legislation to be passed, the right way to do it is by communicating your wishes to your...