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Sahyog portal

News: The Karnataka High Court has recently dismissed X Corp’s petition against the Union government’s Sahyog portal. About Sahyog Portal It is a centralised platform which brings together authorised agencies, such as the police, and intermediaries on a unified platform to facilitate the removal or disabling of access to any information, data or communication link… Continue reading Sahyog portal

National Security Act (NSA), 1980

News: Sonam Wangchuk’s preventive detention under the National Security Act (NSA) has renewed attention on this stringent law that is used against perceived threats to public order and national security. About National Security Act (NSA), 1980 It is an act that empowers the government to detain a person if the authorities are satisfied that he/she… Continue reading National Security Act (NSA), 1980

Indian Ports Act 2025

News: Recently, the Indian Ports Act 2025 was introduced to replace the colonial-era Indian Ports Act of 1908. About the Indian Ports Act, 2025 The Indian Ports Act, 2025, replaces the 1908 Indian Ports Act with a forward-looking, integrated framework tailored to the demands of a modern economy. It was passed by Parliament in August 2025 to align India’s port governance with global standards. Aim: To unlock the full potential… Continue reading Indian Ports Act 2025

Article 304 of Indian Constitution

News: The Supreme Court struck down a 2007 Rajasthan notification granting VAT exemption on locally made asbestos cement sheets and bricks, citing violation of Article 304(a). About Article 304 of Indian Constitution Article 304 Notwithstanding anything in Article 301 or Article 303, the Legislature of a State may by law- (a) impose on goods imported… Continue reading Article 304 of Indian Constitution

GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT)

News: The launch of GSTAT and the GSTAT e-Courts Portal marks a major step in strengthening India’s indirect tax dispute-resolution system. About GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) About GSTAT It is the specialized second-appeal forum for GST disputes, providing a common Centre-State platform. It ensures uniform, quicker dispute resolution. Legal backing It is a statutory appellate… Continue reading GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT)

National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025

News: Recently, the National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025 were presented during the 28th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG). About National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025 The National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025 were presented during the 28th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG). Administered by: Instituted by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) in collaboration with… Continue reading National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025

SLAPP Suits

News: The Supreme Court, in a May 2024 judgment, cautioned against courts granting ‘SLAPP’ suits, or Strategic Litigation against Public Participation. About SLAPP Suits SLAPP stands for Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation. SLAPP suits are legal actions—often for defamation, libel, or similar claims—that are initiated not to win damages, but mainly to burden, intimidate, or silence critics… Continue reading SLAPP Suits

National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025)

News: The Government of India has recently announced the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025) to drive the clean energy transition and advance the nation’s Net Zero 2070 commitment. About the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025) The Government of India has notified the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025) to accelerate clean energy transition,… Continue reading National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025)

Kaveri / Cauvery River

News : Karnataka Chief Minister said there will be no disputes with Tamil Nadu over sharing Cauvery water this year. About Kaveri/Cauvery River It is also called the “Dakshin Bharat ki Ganga,” flows southeast through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Origin: The river originates at Talakaveri in the Brahmagiri range of the Western Ghats, Kodagu (Coorg) district,… Continue reading Kaveri / Cauvery River

Rajasthan’s Coaching Centre Bill, 2025

News: Recently, the Rajasthan Assembly has passed a new Bill to regulate the coaching centre industry in the state to create a healthier and more supportive environment for students. About Rajasthan’s Coaching Centre Bill, 2025 It was passed by the Rajasthan Assembly on September 3, 2025. It aims to protect students’ interests, provide career guidance, ensure… Continue reading Rajasthan’s Coaching Centre Bill, 2025

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