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Former Haryana CM Hooda blames low procurement of crop on government’s “arbitrary” new rules

Former Haryana CM Hooda blames low procurement of crop on government’s “arbitrary” new rules

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Chandigarh: Senior Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda, centre, with other party leaders, addresses a press conference, in Chandigarh, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. (PTI Photo)(PTI03_17_2026_000232B) | Photo Credit: – Former Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition, Bhupinder Singh Hooda has said that both the produce and the producers—the farmers—are facing continuous distress in grain markets across the State as the online portal is non-functional, gate passes are not being generated, bidding is not taking place, and there is neither procurement, lifting of stocks, nor payment being made.  Mr. Hooda, who has been continuously touring grain markets across the State, visited the Sohna grain market on Monday (April 13, 2026). He interacted with farmers, Arhtiyas (commission agents), and labourers. Published – April 14, 2026 07:45 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

SIR exercise arbitrary, only aims to delete voters: Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee

SIR exercise arbitrary, only aims to delete voters: Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee

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Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Kalyan Banerjee. Photo: Sansad TV via ANI The ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls undertaken by the Election Commission only aims to “delete” electors, not authenticate them, Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee claimed on Tuesday (December 9, 2025), calling the exercise arbitrary. Participating in a discussion on ‘Election Reforms’ in the Lok Sabha, Mr. Banerjee asked, “Why should an elector, whose name was there in 2024 (voter list), be told that he is not an elector because his name was not there in 2002?” Deletion of voters, he said, would undermine the democratic process. “What is the point of an election if you delete voters?” the Trinamool MP questioned, adding, “Now, Prime Minister Modi decides through the Election Commission of India (ECI) who will be a voter.” Insisting that “nobody is above the law”, Mr. Banerjee said the Supreme Court would have the final word on the legality of the ECI’s actions. Mr. Banerjee also criticised the poll authority’s approach to delimitation and the use of digital applications to verify …

Arbitrary actions hinder rebuilding trust: India on Arunachal woman’s allegation

Arbitrary actions hinder rebuilding trust: India on Arunachal woman’s allegation

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India on Wednesday said China’s “arbitrary actions”, including the recent incident involving a woman traveller from Arunachal Pradesh detained at Shanghai Airport, undermine ongoing efforts to rebuild mutual trust and understanding between the two countries, news agency PTI reported. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) underlined that the “maintenance of peace and tranquillity” in border regions remains essential for the overall development of India–China relations. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, referring to the “arbitrary detention” of Indian citizen Pema Wang Thongdok, reiterated that Arunachal Pradesh is an “integral and inalienable” part of India, PTI reported. “No amount of denial by the Chinese side is going to change this indisputable reality,” he said. Thongdok alleged that Chinese immigration officials detained her for 18 hours at Shanghai Airport on November 21 during a transit halt, claiming that they refused to recognise her Indian passport because her birthplace is Arunachal Pradesh. On Tuesday, the Chinese Foreign Ministry rejected the allegations and said the actions were in accordance with regulations. It also repeated its unfounded claims over Arunachal Pradesh. MEA …

Illegal, arbitrary: SC raps Tamil Nadu governor for ‘sitting on bills’

Illegal, arbitrary: SC raps Tamil Nadu governor for ‘sitting on bills’

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The Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi and said his reserving 10 bills for the consideration of the President was against constitutional provisions. A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan said, “Action of the governor to reserve the 10 bills for President is illegal and arbitrary and thus the action is set aside.” Setting aside all his actions, it added, “The 10 bills shall be deemed to be clear from the date it was re-presented to the governor.” The governor, the top court said, must be conscious to not create ‘roadblocks or chokehold’ the state legislature to “thwart and break the will of the people”. Under Article 200 of the Constitution, which deals with assent to bills, the governor does not possess any discretion and has to mandatorily act on the aid and advice of the council of ministers, the court added.  Stating the governor couldn’t withhold assent and adopt the concept of absolute veto or pocket veto, the bench noted he was “obligated …

Supreme Court reinstates two women judges in MP, calls termination ‘illegal and arbitrary’

Supreme Court reinstates two women judges in MP, calls termination ‘illegal and arbitrary’

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The Supreme Court has reinstated two women judges dismissed by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, declaring their termination “illegal and arbitrary.” The ruling emphasised judicial fairness and due process, ensuring protection against wrongful dismissals. The Supreme Court has overturned the termination of two women judges dismissed by the Madhya Pradesh High Court and the State Government, ruling that their removal was illegal and arbitrary. Judicial bench finds no justification for termination A bench comprising Justices BV Nagarathna and N Kotiswar Singh observed that the judges’ performances, as per the High Court’s own report, were satisfactory, making their termination unwarranted. “Their removal does not align with the assessment of their judicial work,” the bench stated, emphasising the need for fairness and due process in handling such matters. Supreme Court orders reinstatement In its ruling, the apex court directed the reinstatement of the terminated judges and highlighted the importance of sensitivity towards women judicial officers. This decision reinforces the court’s stance on ensuring fairness and protection against arbitrary actions in the judicial system, particularly concerning women in …

‘Misconceived, arbitrary’ – BFI Prez Ajay Singh condemns IOA decision in letter to PT Usha

‘Misconceived, arbitrary’ – BFI Prez Ajay Singh condemns IOA decision in letter to PT Usha

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New Delhi: The Boxing Federation of India president Ajay Singh has strongly condemned the Indian Olympic Association’s (IOA) decision to form a five-member ad-hoc committee to oversee the day-to-day functioning of boxing in the country. The committee, led by Madhukant Pathak, includes Rajesh Bhandari (vice chairman), DP Bhatt, Shiva Thapa and Virendra Singh Thakur. In a letter, which is in possession of The Bridge, addressed to the IOA president PT Usha, Singh claims, “The order is legally untenable, lacks any valid authority in law and is in clear violation of due process.” “No prior notice was issued to BFI nor was the federation afforded any opportunity to present its position, respond to queries or address any concerns before such an order was passed. The fundamental lapse in procedure renders the order arbitrary and without legal basis,” he added. Boxing is undergoing a crisis with the International Boxing Association (IBA) facing suspension from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) after the international governing body failed to address concerns about governance, finances, and corruption. Using the situation to …

Arbitrary dismissal of govt employees continues in J&K even after govt formation: PDP chief

Arbitrary dismissal of govt employees continues in J&K even after govt formation: PDP chief

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Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Party (PDP) President and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti. File | Photo Credit: ANI People’s Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday (February 15, 2025) said “arbitrary and summary” dismissal of employees was continuing even after an elected government has taken office in Jammu and Kashmir. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, earlier in the day, invoked Article 311 (2) (c) of the Constitution to terminate the services of the three government employees after investigation by law enforcement and intelligence agencies accused them of terror links. In a post on X, Ms. Mehbooba said, “Arbitrary and summary dismissals of government employees has become a daily occurrence since 2019. What is perhaps most surprising and puzzling is that it continues unabated despite an elected government in power that had promised to put an end to such practices once in office.” Arbitrary & summary dismissals of government employees has become a daily occurrence since 2019. What is perhaps most surprising & puzzling is that it continues unabated despite an elected government in power …

Denying phone calls to terror, MCOCA accused not arbitrary: Delhi HC | Latest News India

Denying phone calls to terror, MCOCA accused not arbitrary: Delhi HC | Latest News India

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New Delhi, Denying regular telephonic and electronic communication to prisoners facing terror, MCOCA and other heinous charges was prima facie not arbitrary, the Delhi High Court said recently. Denying phone calls to terror, MCOCA accused not arbitrary: Delhi HC A bench of former acting Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela said Rule 631 of the Delhi Prison Rules, 2018, clearly indicated such facilities were denied to prisoners “in the interest of public safety and order” and added the guiding principles couldn’t be faulted. “Prima facie, the denial of regular telephonic and electronic communication to a prisoner who is involved in terrorist activities and offences such as under the MCOCA and Public Safety Act without adequate safeguards, cannot be considered as arbitrary or unreasonable,” read the court order passed on January 16. Rule 631 of Delhi Prison Rules includes those allegedly involved in offences against the state, terrorist activities, Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act , National Security Advisor, Public Safety Act and other heinous offences. According to the rule, those allegedly involved …

No arbitrary addition, deletion in voters list in Maharashtra: EC tells Congress

No arbitrary addition, deletion in voters list in Maharashtra: EC tells Congress

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Amid concerns flagged by the Congress, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday said there were no arbitrary additions or deletions of voters in Maharashtra where assembly election 2024 were held recently, reported the PTI. In its response to the Congress, the poll authority said it would not be correct to compare 5 PM voter turnout data with final polling data. It also explained how increase in voter turnout from 5 PM to 11:45 PM was normal, being part of the process of aggregation of voter turnout and how there can be bona fide but inconsequential differences in votes polled and votes counted. According to the ANI, the ECI in a reply to Congress stating that the fact is that only 6 ACs had total additions of over 50,000 electors during the period. Hence the question of winning in 47 ACs on this basis does not arise. While detailing the well laid out mechanism with sufficient checks and balances and disclosures, ECI emphasized that the watertight statutory scheme ensures that deletion and addition of …

Minority verdict: Section 6A arbitrary, didn’t curb illegal immigration | Latest News India

Minority verdict: Section 6A arbitrary, didn’t curb illegal immigration | Latest News India

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Justice JB Pardiwala, who dissented while the five-judge Constitution bench upheld Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, said the provision is unconstitutional, citing its failure to curb illegal immigration into Assam. In his separate opinion, Justice JB Pardiwala stated that Section 6A has become counter-productive to the intended purpose of restricting citizenship to select persons of Indian origin who came from Bangladesh prior to March 25, 1971. (HT Photo) In his separate opinion, Justice JB Pardiwala stated that Section 6A has become counter-productive to the intended purpose of restricting citizenship to select persons of Indian origin who came from Bangladesh prior to March 25, 1971. The controversial law, enacted in 1985 as part of the Assam Accord, aimed to address the influx of immigrants from Bangladesh. However, Justice Pardiwala argued that it has instead encouraged further illegal immigration. “Section 6A, owing to its inherent problems of absence of temporal limit and the sole onus of detection upon the state, has indeed resulted in the influx and continued presence of illegal immigrants into the state of …