Constitution of India

Judicial Activism Should Not Be Turned Into Judicial Terrorism: CJI Gavai

CJI Gavai said that the judiciary will still step in if the legislature or the executive fail in their duties to safeguard the fundamental rights of citizens, but the power of judicial review should be used sparingly.

Jun 11, 2025, 21:33 PM IST

'Congress Brazenly Kept Amending Constitution To Help Family': FM Sitharaman In Rajya Sabha

Speaking in the Rajya Sabha on debate on the constitution, Sithartaman also slammed Congress allies including Lalu Prasad Yadav.

Dec 16, 2024, 12:56 PM IST

Constitution Day: What Is Samvidhan Divas Celebrated On November 26? How Is It Different From January 26 Republic Day?

National Constitution Day November 26: Constitution of India has provisions for fundamental rights, directive principles of state policy, and governance structures ensure both: the empowerment of citizens and the accountability of the state.

Nov 26, 2024, 07:59 AM IST

Law Not Blind Anymore: Constitution Replaces Sword In Hand Of Justice Statue With Open Eyes

In a departure from colonial influences, like the replacement of the colonial-era penal code with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the new Lady Justice signifies that the law in the country sees everyone equally as mandated under the Constitution. 

Oct 16, 2024, 21:31 PM IST

Rajneeti: 'Even Ambedkar can't abolish Constitution now' PM Modi attacks Opposition

Rajneeti: India is the world's largest democracy and the soul of this democracy is the Constitution of India, but now this Constitution has become the biggest issue of debate before the biggest fes

Apr 16, 2024, 19:58 PM IST

Ambedkar Jayanti 2024: 5 Intriguing Facts About The Leader Who Piloted Indian Constitution

The first Ambedkar Jayanti was interestingly celebrated in Pune on April 14, 1928, way before India’s constitution was drafted. This year marks his 134th birthday, observed with events and tributes nationwide.

 

Apr 14, 2024, 14:15 PM IST

One Nation, One Code: Exploring The Quest For A Gender-Just Uniform Civil Code With Advocate Sarthak Chaturvedi

The Uniform Civil Code, as the name suggests, refers to a single, comprehensive code of law governing matters related to marriage, divorce, adoption, inheritance, and other family matters, applicable to all citizens of India, irrespective of their religion, caste, or community. 

Aug 12, 2023, 21:27 PM IST

DNA: The DNA test that clears all the 'confusion' on UCC

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cleared BJP's election agenda in 2024 today. PM Modi has cleared his stand on UCC. After abolishing triple talaq and Article 370, BJP is now moving forward with Uniform Civil Code.

Jun 27, 2023, 23:20 PM IST

'Destroyed J&K's constitution, India next...', Mehbooba Mufti blasts BJP

Former J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti said that "they (BJP) will replace the tricolour (for which people of Kashmir and country have given their blood) with saffron flag". 

Jan 07, 2023, 22:32 PM IST

'What is meaning of constitution without correct census?': Kamal Nath promises amendments for OBC reservation

Kamal Nath slammed Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, saying he has made more than 20,000 announcements and accused his government of committing a scam in the name of smart city project.

Jan 06, 2023, 13:47 PM IST

DNA: Now you will get the 'right' to vote from anywhere

Assembly elections of 9 states are going to be held in India next year in 2023. A good news has come for the voters who voted in this festival of democracy. The Election Commission is now going to bring a new facility for the people living far away from the village. Election Commission is going to bring 'Remote Voting System'. In this, migrant voters will not have to go to their home state to cast their vote.

Dec 29, 2022, 23:28 PM IST

DNA: When the first meeting of the Constituent Assembly was held in 1946

This segment of DNA brings you information related to today's history.

Dec 09, 2022, 23:10 PM IST

President to inaugurate online quiz on Constitutional Democracy

Constitution Day celebrations are going to be held in Parliament House on this occasion. Congress and several other opposition parties have decided to boycott the program to be held in the Central Hall of Parliament on 'Constitution Day' today.

Nov 26, 2021, 09:50 AM IST

DNA Exclusive: Was Jawaharlal Nehru a visionary leader? Check his follies, other facts

The Constitution of India has now turned 71 years old, but the question is often raised that after covering this long journey has it become practical? If not, what are the reasons for it? The DNA report will try to ascertain what mistakes our leaders committed and how did they fail to understand the psyche of the nation.

Jan 26, 2021, 02:06 AM IST

Why India's new assertive Kashmir policy is essential

No more tolerance for terror. No more protection for separatists. Full integration of Kashmir into India.

Feb 27, 2019, 18:59 PM IST

Hate against migrants not new in India, but there is more to it than meets the eye

These episodes have repeatedly happened across the country, but little attention is given to the reasons for migration.

Oct 11, 2018, 12:07 PM IST

Talk of South-North tax divide is mischief, focus on court pendencies instead

That the payment of taxes is without quid pro quo is a basic lesson in law schools.

Aug 27, 2018, 17:10 PM IST

Shashi Tharoor must chill, 'Hindu Pakistan' remark was unnecessary hyperbole

Maybe the hyperbole confirms that Shashi Tharoor has fully joined the ranks of Indian political tradition.

Jul 13, 2018, 14:07 PM IST

No government has followed the mandate of Article 370, it is time to change that

If we don't really care about following the letter and spirit of Article 370, we can get rid of it.

Jul 13, 2018, 13:41 PM IST

Fog of war over Article 370 has created too many myths

The repeal of Article 370, which gives autonomy to Jammu and Kashmir, has long been a controversial topic in Indian politics.

Jul 11, 2018, 11:44 AM IST