‘To suit needs of society’: CJI Gavai calls for ‘pragmatic’ approach to interpret Constitution; urges judges not to think about a case once it is decided

Chief Justice of India, Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, advocated for a pragmatic interpretation of the Constitution to address current societal needs. Speaking at an event of the Bombay high court, where he once practiced as a lawyer, the CJI emphasized judicial independence and the importance of merit, diversity, and inclusiveness in judicial appointments.

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The high price China pays for rare earths dominance

China dominates rare earth metal production, granting its government significant global trade control. This dominance has resulted in severe environmental damage, including toxic sludge in northern China and poisoned valleys in the south. The city of Baotou bears the brunt of this pollution, with its artificial lake of waste posing ongoing environmental and health risks.

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Kuki MLAs to boycott Manipur’s new govt post President’s rule

Amid ongoing ethnic tensions, Manipur’s Kuki-Zo community, including BJP MLAs, has decided against participating in any future government if President’s rule is lifted. This resolution, made at a joint meeting of Kuki-Zo organizations, emphasizes the community’s unwavering stance on protecting its land, culture, and rights. The move poses a significant challenge to political normalization efforts…

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IND vs ENG: ‘I missed my triple hundred’ – Gill gets emotional after parents’ message

Shubman Gill’s record-breaking 269 against England at Edgbaston was followed by an emotional moment as he received a congratulatory message from his parents. The BCCI captured Gill’s post-match routine, including recovery, media duties, and a warm welcome at the hotel. Gill acknowledged the importance of his father’s guidance in his cricketing journey, while also humorously…

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