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Constitution

Constitutional rights non-negotiable: Jayant Sinha

Amid the debate on intolerance, Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha on Friday said government will do its utmost to protect the Constitutional rights of freedom of expression and religion, which are "non-negotiable".

Apr 22, 2016, 23:59 PM IST

BJP mocks constitution and celebrates Ambedkar's birth anniversary, says Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday attacked the BJP, saying "those who make a mockery of the Indian constitution" are now celebrating the birth anniversary of B.R. Ambedkar.

Apr 14, 2016, 14:49 PM IST

South Africa`s Zuma admits actions `inconsistent` with constitution

South African President Jacob Zuma defended himself Friday after a damning court judgement over public funds used to upgrade his private residence, but admitted his conduct was "inconsistent" with the constitution.

Apr 02, 2016, 00:17 AM IST

We don't need to learn nationalism from Arun Jaitley: Sitaram Yechury

Equating Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's comments with former US President George Bush's 'either you are with us or with the terrorists' assertion, CPI(M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury today said they would not take lessons in nationalism from the BJP.

Mar 21, 2016, 04:21 AM IST

Pakistan court summons Pervez Musharraf in high treason case

A Pakistani court on Tuesday asked former military dictator Pervez Musharraf to appear before it on March 31 for the hearing of high treason case against him after the ex-President did not turn up citing bad health.

Mar 08, 2016, 14:48 PM IST

Supreme Court will ensure laws conform to Constitution: Judge

The Supreme Court is the "ultimate arbiter" of the Constitution and it will ensure laws passed by Parliament conform to the statute book and they are "faithfully obeyed", a judge of the apex court said today.

Mar 05, 2016, 18:09 PM IST

Musharraf be tried on charge of treason for subverting constitution: Pak SC

The apex court accepted former chief justice Abdul Hameed Dogar's appeal to exclude him from the investigation against 72-year-old Musharraf.

Feb 26, 2016, 19:14 PM IST

Killing people for eating beef is heinous crime: Taslima Nasreen

Describing India as a "beautiful country" where several customs, religions, culture and languages co-exist, Taslima Nasreen said, "Sometimes incidents do happen but it's a peaceful country.

Feb 14, 2016, 16:50 PM IST

Incumbent on us to maintain sanctity of constitution: President

The Indian constitution is an enduring document that reflects our aspirations and it is incumbent on those holding constitutional positions to maintain the sanctity of this sacred text, President Pranab Mukherjee said on Tuesday.

Feb 09, 2016, 23:10 PM IST

Governors cannot pre-empt CM's powers: Supreme Court

A Chief Minister's exclusive powers cannot be pre-empted by the Governor, whose powers are "limited" under the Constitution and should be exercised in a fair manner to ensure survival of democracy, the Supreme Court said on Tuesday.

Feb 09, 2016, 22:29 PM IST

Can't remain silent if democratic process is slaughtered: SC on Arunachal crisis

The SC bench wanted to ascertain certain communications between the office of Assembly Speaker Nabam Rebia and Governor J P Rajkhowa on issues like convening or advancing assembly session and disqualification of rebel Congress MLAs.

Feb 04, 2016, 23:37 PM IST

India celebrates its 67th Republic Day today; PM Narendra Modi salutes Dr Ambedkar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended Republic Day greetings and paid tributes to those “great personalities” who framed our Constitution.

Jan 26, 2016, 07:25 AM IST

Nepal votes to amend new Constitution

The amendment aims at resolving the ongoing agitation by the Madhesi parties.

Jan 23, 2016, 22:43 PM IST

President asks Governors to stick to Constitution

In his New Year message to the Governors through video conferencing from Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President also said they should respect the distinct authority and responsibility vested in each of the three organs of the State.

Jan 08, 2016, 21:12 PM IST

Major Madhesi Front ally announces separate protests in Terai

Sadbhawana Party vice-chairman Laxman Lal Karna told PTI his party would not sit for talks unless the government apologises for the incident.

Jan 03, 2016, 20:35 PM IST

DNA: J&K high court asks govt to hoist state flags on official buildings

Reiterating that Article 370 that guarantees special status to Jammu and Kashmir in the Constitution cannot be abrogated, repealed or even amended, a Jammu and Kashmir high court order has directed

Dec 29, 2015, 23:33 PM IST

Beef ban in line with directive principles: Maharashtra govt to Bombay HC

The Maharashtra government on Thursday contended before the Bombay High Court that its decision to impose a comprehensive ban on beef was in furtherance of the Directive Principles of State Policy enumerated in the Constitution.

Dec 17, 2015, 20:27 PM IST