Matters Of The Law
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Over 50% of those arrested under UAPA were under 30, Centre tells Parliament
The government said it was not considering any amendments to the anti-terror law, which critics say is being increasingly used to stifle dissent.
Scroll Staff
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As the police reach increasingly for draconian UAPA, are the courts pushing back?
There have been a few instances recently of the courts granting bail to people accused under the anti-terror law.
Umang Poddar
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UAPA should not be misused for stifling dissent, says Supreme Court judge DY Chandrachud
He added the courts must ensure that they continue to remain the first line of defence against the deprivation of liberty of citizens.
Scroll Staff
Trending
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Opinion: Why is Modi the only prime minister who is haunted by Nehru’s ghost?
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DU professor arrested for social media post about claimed shivling in Gyanvapi mosque
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‘The bell-eared demon’: When Swami Vivekananda warned how worship could become fanaticism
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‘Farzi’ organisation: Why Hindu petitioners in Gyanvapi case have split
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500, as it happened: Sindhu defeats world No 1 Yamaguchi to reach SF
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In the TMC versus BJP political war, Calcutta High Court’s image takes a beating
A letter from the West Bengal Bar Council chairman to Chief Justice of India NV Ramana has led to a storm.
Scroll Staff
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If Lakshadweep wants to move to jurisdiction of Karnataka High Court, Parliament has to pass a law
The Centre cannot change this by executive order.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
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Why Supreme Court order in Delhi riots cases undermines Delhi High Court
Should the apex court have put a High Court order in suspended animation after having decided not to stay it?
Sruthisagar Yamunan
Video
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Watch: Ukrainian president Volodymr Zelenskyy is the protagonist of a new comic book
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Caught on camera: Panic at metro station in Santiago, Chile, after explosion due to electrical fault
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Watch: Rajasthan Royals cricketers do the hook step to a song from the movie ‘Phir Hera Pheri’
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Watch: Dust storms engulf cities, cut down visibility in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
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Watch: Actor Aamir Khan asks former cricket coach Ravi Shastri to recommend him for a cricket team
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Granting bail to activists, Delhi HC exposes abuse of UAPA – but flaws inherent in the law remain
Despite the principles set by the Delhi High Court, bail under UAPA will remain discretionary.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
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Delhi Police plea to handcuff Umar Khalid, Khalid Saifi shows how SC advice is frequently ignored
The Supreme Court has made it clear that prisoners should be handcuffed only as the last resort, when every other measure has failed.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
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Stan Swamy case shows why bail on medical grounds remains highly discretionary
The 84-year-old social activist, arrested in the Bhima Koregaon case, is currently in hospital with a Covid-19 infection.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
The Reel
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‘12th Man’ review: Oversharing between friends is overrated (it can lead to murder)
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‘Dhaakad review: All work and no play makes Agni a dull girl
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‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ review: A spiritual and spirited sequel
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‘Panchayat’ season 2 review: An entertaining game of trivial pursuit
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‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ trailer: Meet Hulk’s lawyer cousin
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Why the Maratha quota case in Supreme Court is about more than just the 50% limit to reservations
At the heart of petitions challenging the Maratha quota is the federal question of whether states have the right to identify backward classes.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
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Why India may be better off if High Courts hear Covid-19 cases instead of Supreme Court
High Courts are uniquely placed to respond to complex situations arising in their states.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
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Analysis: Could ASI survey of Gyanvapi mosque lead to it being exempted from Places of Worship Act?
The law exempts ancient monuments and archaeological sites from its ambit.
Sruthisagar Yamunan
The Field
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French Open: Carlos Alcaraz’s wins of change blow towards Paris
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Archery World Cup: Indian compound men’s team win second gold of season, bronze for mixed team
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IPL 2022: R Ashwin’s brilliance against CSK helps RR finish second and earn berth in Qualifier 1
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Tennis: No ATP and WTA ranking points for Wimbledon 2022 over Russia, Belarusia ban
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Indian football: Final whistle for Praful Patel as SC hands over AIFF to committee of administrators