Mehr als 25 demokratisch regierte US-Bundesstaaten verklagen die Trump-Regierung wegen neuer Zölle gegen 60 Handelspartner. Weitere Themen: Waldbrände in Washington, Cyberangriffe auf Wassersysteme, US-japanische Yen-Intervention, Justizstreit um Reflecting Pool und fehlerhafte Afrika-Karte des US-Außenministeriums.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that live-in relationships in the nature of marriage fall under Section 498A of the IPC, protecting women from partner cruelty and extending up to three years imprisonment for offenders.
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre, Delhi government, and Delhi Police on a PIL seeking designated protest sites in the NCR instead of Jantar Mantar due to a lack of basic amenities.
A coalition of 25 Democratic-led US states has sued the Trump administration in the Court of International Trade, challenging new double-digit global tariffs imposed under the guise of combating forced labour after previous levies were struck down.
A coalition of 25 US states filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners, asking the US Court of International Trade to block them and refund duties already paid.
An analysis argues that Donald Trump's power grabs, characterized by constant scandals, a focus on loyalty over competence, and a spectacle of cruelty, create both autocratic consolidation and significant vulnerabilities, contrasting with 21st-century 'spin dictatorships' like Orbán's and Putin's.
The Supreme Court summoned Arunachal Pradesh's Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary (Home) to appear on August 24, citing the CBI's allegations of non-cooperation in a probe into public works contracts linked to CM Pema Khandu's family. The CBI requires more time to complete its preliminary inquiry due to the lack of state assistance.
Kamala Harris, former Democratic presidential nominee, proposed expanding the Supreme Court to 13 justices and granting statehood to Puerto Rico and D.C. She also suggested revisiting the Electoral College and emphasized voter turnout, while stating she hasn't decided on a 2028 presidential run.
Donald Trump is deploying the obscure Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 to impose tariffs, a move seen as a new, potent weapon after a Supreme Court setback. This authority, previously unused for tariffs, grants broad powers to retaliate against perceived trade disadvantages, raising concerns about global trade stability.
Amazon received approximately $600 million in tariff refunds in Q2, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated tariffs imposed by former President Trump. Some refunds will be passed to customers, while the rest will fund lower prices.
The Tamil Nadu government has approached the Supreme Court seeking directions for Karnataka to release Cauvery water, accusing the neighboring state of ignoring orders from the Cauvery Water Management Authority and Cauvery Water Regulation Committee despite sufficient reservoir levels.
The Supreme Court agreed to examine a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking an alternative protest venue in Delhi, arguing Jantar Mantar inconveniences residents and disrupts services. The bench issued notices to authorities and asked the Solicitor General to seek instructions on the raised issues.
India's Supreme Court ruled that Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, which addresses cruelty by a husband or relatives, now extends to partners in live-in relationships, recognizing evolving social realities and diverse relationship forms.
Donald Trump has invoked Section 338 of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930, starting with a 50% tariff on Canadian imports, to gain broad authority for imposing duties. This move follows a Supreme Court ruling against his previous tariff powers and raises concerns about escalating global trade conflicts.
Despite over Rs 9,800 crore invested since 2011 in court infrastructure and technology, Indian courts face a massive backlog of cases, with thousands pending for decades. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal attributes delays to judicial vacancies and the judiciary's failure to set disposal timeframes, while the government has enacted new laws to reduce pendency.
Punjab government is resisting Attorney General R Venkataramani's proposal for a cashless settlement of a 15-year-old Supreme Court decree concerning Bhakra Nangal and Beas power dues with Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. While Himachal and Haryana agreed, Punjab cited substantial losses, prompting the SC to warn of consequences.
After the Supreme Court rejected Donald Trump's use of emergency law for tariffs, his administration rebuilt the system using older trade powers and forced labor investigations. Goods from 60 partners now face new duties, creating a complex, harder-to-remove system with potential impacts on inflation, Treasury yields, the dollar, and Bitcoin.
Kansas voters will decide on a constitutional amendment to switch from gubernatorial appointment to electing state Supreme Court justices. Conservatives, citing disagreements on abortion, school funding, and the death penalty, push for the change, while opponents warn of increased partisanship and a power grab.
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan of the Supreme Court questioned the lack of transparency in the collegium's judicial appointment decisions, citing recent resolutions without stated reasons. He emphasized citizens' right to know deliberations, speaking at the launch of a Judicial Transparency Index report by the JALDI Initiative.
The DMK has moved the Supreme Court, seeking directions for Karnataka to immediately release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, citing the 2018 verdict and CWMA's recent order for 3,500 cusecs daily for 15 days. Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar appealed to protesters to withdraw agitation, emphasizing compliance with judicial orders while protecting farmers' interests.
The Supreme Court has sought the Centre's response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging Muslim polygamy, arguing it violates constitutional rights and seeking stronger protection for women. This plea will be heard alongside other challenges to Muslim personal law.
The Massachusetts Senate passed a bill granting physicians final authority on late-term abortions, aiming to prevent women from being denied care. Sent to Governor Maura Healey, the legislation removes a prescriptive list of reasons, replacing it with a doctor's professional judgment. Opponents argue it could allow abortions until birth.
US-Präsident Donald Trump will vor dem Obersten Gerichtshof umfassende Änderungen im Wahlrecht durchsetzen, um die Entscheidung einer unteren Instanz auszusetzen, die seine Regierung daran hinderte, Wählerdatenbanken zu erheben und neue Briefwahlregeln umzusetzen.
US President Donald Trump and the Justice Department are appealing to the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of sexual assault in 1996. Trump claims presidential immunity and protection under the Westfall Act for statements made during his presidency.
