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A Limited Supreme Court Win for Trump on Mail-In Ballots

But the legal fighting will continue in the lower courts.

Reason

New in Civitas Outlook: "SCOTUS's Immigration Rulings Chastise Trump on Morality"

"Mullin v. Doe should have been resolved on legal grounds without the need to virtue signal about immigration."

Reason

School assembly headline August 26: Top national, international, business and sports news for students

School assembly headlines for August 26 cover major national developments, including the Supreme Court's ruling in the Tarun Tejpal case, Delhi's H1N1 surge and DRDO missile tech transfer. International news includes Israeli strikes on a Gaza hospital and US-Iran sanctions tensions. Sports highlights feature India's dominant position against Sri Lanka…

The Economic Times

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‘The day I disclose, my career is over’: the journalist facing an $800 daily fine to keep her sources secret

If Catherine Herridge’s petition to the US supreme court fails, she’ll be on the hook for a daily fine until she discloses her sources – a case unsettling press freedom organizations

The Guardian - US

Sambhal temple-mosque row: Supreme Court postpones hearing to September 29

A court hearing for the Shahi Jama Masjid-Harihar temple dispute was postponed to September 29. This postponement occurred due to an interim stay imposed by the Supreme Court in November 2024. The legal dispute began when Hindu petitioners claimed the mosque was built over a temple. Following a court-ordered survey,…

The Economic Times

OBC creamy layer case: Supreme Court agrees to consider setting up special bench

The Supreme Court is set to consider setting up a special bench regarding the OBC creamy-layer ruling, which holds significance for the selections of the Civil Services Examination 2025. The govt aims to revert to previous criteria for 958 candidates to ensure fairness for earlier applicants. The court will consult…

The Economic Times

West Bengal SIR: SC directs EC to submit data on pendency of appeals before appellate tribunals

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to submit data on pending electoral roll appeals. Tribunals must adjudicate these appeals in a time-bound manner, the court stated. The poll panel must explain steps taken to streamline appeal disposal processes. Additional tribunals may be constituted if required to expedite the…

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Bhojshala row: Hindu outfits call for Dhar bandh, accuse administration of defying SC order

Hindu organisations called a half-day bandh in Madhya Pradesh’s Dhar, alleging the administration was not following the Supreme Court’s directions on the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Complex prayer site. Security was tightened as rallies were held, while officials said the situation remained peaceful and the shutdown would be kept voluntary.

The Economic Times

Surrender in two weeks: Supreme Court dismisses Tarun Tejpal’s plea in sexual assault case

The Supreme Court has denied journalist Tarun Tejpal's request to be exempted from surrendering. Following his conviction, he is required to surrender within a two-week timeframe. The Bombay High Court has imposed a ten-year rigorous imprisonment sentence on him, reversing a prior trial court acquittal. Tejpal's appeal contesting the conviction…

The Economic Times

SC declines to direct reopening of CBSE re-evaluation portal for class 12 answer sheets

The Supreme Court refused to reopen the CBSE portal for re-evaluation requests. Students sought access after the portal closed for on-screen verification. The court stated the window was open for all candidates for a specific time. CBSE reported that many students successfully applied during the notified period. A similar challenge…

The Economic Times

SC hears Abhishek Banerjee’s plea seeking expedited decision on disqualification of 20 Rebel TMC MPs

The Supreme Court heard a plea from TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee regarding rebel MPs. He sought expedition of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's decision on disqualification. The apex court declined to issue notice to the Speaker and secretary-general. A similar plea by Shiv Sena (UBT) was previously halted by the…

The Economic Times

SC stays Calcutta HC order staying notifications on dedicated STF police stations, assigned courts

The Supreme Court has stayed a Calcutta High Court order. This order had previously scrapped two state government notifications. These notifications created dedicated police stations for the Special Task Force. The court questioned the high court's objection to the new police infrastructure. The Supreme Court issued notices on the state's…

The Economic Times

SC asks Centre to consider devising safeguards to ensure no misuse of EPFO, ITR data

The Supreme Court finds private access to sensitive EPFO and ITR data worrisome. It urged the Centre to devise safeguards against potential misuse of this information. A bench noted a commercial technology ecosystem accessing personal data. The court suggested expert assistance for an effective data protection mechanism. The government was…

The Economic Times

Plea in SC raises objections to panel probing alleged police excesses during student protests

A plea was mentioned before the Supreme Court challenging the committee's composition. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta opposed the application and suggested ulterior motives. Senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan sought only the application's listing. The Chief Justice assured the committee would function under court supervision. The court had previously formed the committee…

The Economic Times

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Supreme Court Mail Ballot Order Is Narrower Than It Looks, but the DHS Voter List Is the Real Risk

The Supreme Court let Trump's mail ballot order advance 6-3, but the DHS citizenship list behind it was already ruled unreliable, putting eligible US voters at risk before the midterms.

The Economic Times

Trump’s immigration crackdown has a Plan B, C and D

Donald Trump’s second-term immigration strategy has relied on multiple legal and administrative routes to tighten entry and stay in the US. When courts block one measure, the administration has often pursued the same objective through narrower orders, agency rules, higher fees or additional screening.

The Times of India

Donald Trump wins US Supreme Court nod to tighten mail voting rules before midterms

The US Supreme Court on Monday sided with the Trump administration in a legal fight over President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting, clearing a procedural hurdle for the policy just weeks before states begin sending ballots for the November midterm elections.

Reason

How Long Did Justice Jackson's "Kafkaesque Nightmare" Dissent Hold Up Trump v. California?

In a future writing, I propose a mechanism whereby six Justices can force the release of any pending case.

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US Supreme Court hands a win to Trump over mail-in ballot restrictions

The US Supreme Court on Monday allowed President Donald Trump's administration to proceed for now with parts of its plan restricting mail-in voting ahead of the November midterms. However, a separate injunction remains in place against key postal changes. The ruling leaves the broader legality of Trump's election order unresolved.

Reason

No Preliminary Injunction Against Applying Birth Sex Policy to Intersex Plaintiff's Global Entry Card …

when plaintiff has passport that won't expire until 2032.

The Independent UK

Clarence Thomas thanks Ted Cruz for defending him against blockbuster ethics complaints

Conservative Supreme Court justice thanks Texas Republican for ‘standing up’ for him after he was ‘under attack’

The Economic Times

Trump to impose 7.5 percent tariff on Chinese goods, raising the total to 20 percent

The US plans to impose a 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods soon. This move aims to restore previous duties to around 20% before a summit. Beijing previously stated this level aligns with its trade truce with Washington. The administration is also considering suspending part of a higher duty rate. Both…

The Independent UK

USPS unveils new mail ballot requirements as Supreme Court weighs Trump voting order

The finalized regulation could ultimately become a minor detail in the broader legal fight surrounding Trump's directive

Reason

Study: Most Mealtime Screen Time Is TV, Not Social Media

What a new study of mealtime screen time does—and does not—say.

Roll Call

Supreme Court temporarily lifts hold on Trump mail-in ballot rule

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed a lower court’s decision to block a Trump administration rule designed to restrict voting by mail with just 10 weeks left before the midterm elections, while the case continues on appeal. The ruling from the high court’s conservative majority, with dissents from the three…

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