Rajasthan HC: Judicial Infrastructure Constitutional Duty, Not Govt Favour; Cites Article 21

Rajasthan HC: Govt Employee Resigning to Contest Polls Cannot Seek Reinstatement Under CCS Rules 2021

The Rajasthan High Court ruled that a government employee who voluntarily resigns to contest assembly elections cannot claim reinstatement after losing the election, as contesting polls does not constitute a 'material change in circumstances' under Rule 26(5) of the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2021. The judgment upholds the mandatory principle of political neutrality for civil servants under the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964.

Seven Years After Article 370 Abrogation: J&K Statehood Delay Undermines Integration Gains

Seven years after the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir remains a Union Territory. While security gains and reduced separatism are notable, the delay in restoring statehood threatens to undermine the integration achievements. The article argues that withholding statehood now demoralises the electorate and breaches the Supreme Court's assurance of temporary UT status.

Supreme Court Directs States to Revisit Raising Judicial Officers' Retirement Age to 61 in 2 Weeks

The Supreme Court has held that States cannot use financial burden as a valid ground to oppose enhancing the retirement age of judicial officers. It has directed all States/UTs to decide within two weeks, in consultation with High Courts, on allowing district judges to serve up to 61 years while a petition for uniform 62 years remains pending.

Lok Sabha Passes Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026; State Renamed 'Keralam' via Article 3

The Lok Sabha has passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, to change the state's name from 'Kerala' to 'Keralam' in the Constitution. The Bill follows two unanimous state assembly resolutions and must now be passed by Rajya Sabha and receive President's assent. This is a key example of Article 3 procedure for state name change.

J&K Assembly Debates Statehood Resolution; NC MLAs Move Amendments for Article 370, 35A

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah moved a resolution for restoring full statehood, referencing a 2000 autonomy resolution. Six NC MLAs and opposition parties have moved amendments demanding the inclusion of Article 370 and 35A restoration, making this a key test of the current assembly's stance on pre-2019 constitutional status.

Karnataka HC Quashes KPSC Chairperson Suspension; Governor's Independent Action Invalid Under Article 317(1)

Karnataka High Court reinstates KPSC Chairperson Sahukar, ruling that the Governor's suspension order was invalid because it was passed without the aid and advice of the State Cabinet. This reaffirms the constitutional principle that the Governor is bound by Cabinet advice, even in matters concerning removal of SPSC members under Article 317(1). Important for understanding Governor's discretionary powers and the role of the Supreme Court in such inquiries.

Governor Suspends KPSC Chairman Under Article 317(2) for Second Time Amid Recruitment Scam

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has suspended KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa S. Sahukar for the second time, this time with Cabinet approval, under Article 317(2) of the Constitution. The suspension follows a High Court order quashing the Governor's earlier unilateral suspension, and comes amid ED raids related to bribery in veterinary officer recruitments. This case highlights the constitutional balance between Governor's powers and Cabinet aid and advice.

J&K High Court Quashes PSA Detention Over Bovine Transport: Holds Procedural Lapses Violate Constitutional Guarantee

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court quashed preventive detention under Public Safety Act for bovine transport, citing lack of subjective satisfaction on public order impact and non-communication of the right to make representation to the detaining authority. The ruling reinforces that procedural safeguards in preventive detention are mandatory and must be strictly complied with.