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India Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Top court not superior to high court, both equal: Chief Justice in I-Day speech
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai, addressing the Independence Day function, said that the Supreme Court is not a superior court to the High Court and both are equal constitutional courts under the constitutional about the collegium system in place for the recommendation of judges to the High Courts, he said that the first call has to be taken by the concerned High Court where the judge is being appointed. advertisement'Ultimately, even the Supreme Court Collegium cannot dictate the High Court Collegium to recommend the names. The first call has to be taken by the High Court Collegium. We only recommend the names and request them to consider. Only after their satisfaction do the names come to the Supreme Court,' he said. The CJI also mentioned that a new full-fledged flag post will be ready at the Supreme Court before November 24, when Justice Surya Kant takes over as the Chief Justice of India. Calling Independence Day both a celebration and an act of remembrance, Justice Gavai spoke about historic struggles, including the 1855 Santhal 'Hul' rebellion, the 1857 uprising, Rani Laxmibai, Birsa Munda, the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, and the Champaran Satyagraha. He highlighted the sacrifices of thousands who stood against foreign rule and exploitation, uniting various sections of paid tribute to reformers like Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule, who in the 19th century championed education for girls from marginalised communities, challenging caste hierarchies and societal Mahatma Gandhi, he said, 'The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others,' noting that the message still serves as a moral compass for politics, governance, and Gavai remarked on the historic journey of the Santhal community, from leading the 1855 rebellion to having its daughter, President Droupadi Murmu, hold the highest constitutional office. He emphasised that building a just, equal, and inclusive India remains an unfinished concluded by saying that it is the solemn duty of judges and lawyers not only to interpret the law, but to actively uphold and defend the fundamental values of liberty, equality, and fraternity, which form the bedrock of India's democracy.- EndsTune InMust Watch
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Tushar leaves Champaran meet after exchange of words
1 2 Motihari: Tushar Gandhi , great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, was compelled to leave a public meeting in East Champaran's Turkauliya on Sunday after a confrontation broke out over remarks critical of the Nitish Kumar-led NDA govt in Bihar. Gandhi, who began his 'Badlo Bihar, Badlo Sarkar' padyatra from Bhitiharwa Ashram on July 12, reached Turkauliya to pay tribute at a neem tree where Mahatma Gandhi had once met farmers during the Champaran Satyagraha. He was invited by a local mukhiya, also a JD(U) functionary, to address villagers at the Panchayat Bhawan. However, tensions flared when one of Tushar's associates, Vijay Pratap, criticised state and central agricultural policies and called for a change in govt. Enraged, the mukhiya interrupted the speech and said, "I had invited you to speak on Gandhian philosophy, not for politics. You must leave." Tushar tried to defuse the situation, asking the mukhiya to lower his voice, but the confrontation escalated. Tushar and his team exited the venue as some villagers protested the behaviour meted out to him. Speaking afterwards, Tushar said, "Champaran was the place where Bapu launched his first satyagraha and served the people with Mata Kasturba. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 3 minutes, if you own a mouse Undo To be insulted here by an elected representative is deeply hurtful. Still, I will continue my padyatra because I love the people of Bihar." He later participated in other meetings at Patti Jasawali, Chandrahiya and Motihari. Several intellectuals and political figures condemned the incident. JD(U) chief spokesman Neeraj Kumar said, "We are aware of what happened with Tushar Gandhi. He is an important intellectual and a descendant of Mahatma Gandhi. Differences are natural, but stopping someone from engaging in a programme is deplorable. We strongly condemn it."
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Over 50k visit Bapu Tower in five months
Patna: The state-of-the-art Bapu Tower in the state capital has become a major tourist attraction, with over 50,000 people visiting the place in the past five months. To further engage youngsters and people from various sections, different programmes are being added, and an annual calendar is being prepared. An internship facility has also been started at the Bapu Tower. The tower has two structures—a G+6 rectangular building and another inverted cone-shaped building with ramps—showcasing the life of Mahatma Gandhi through 3-D displays. Five floors of this building are entirely dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi's ideals, struggles, and life events. Scenes like the Champaran Satyagraha, the incident of being thrown off a train in South Africa, and key moments of the freedom struggle are shown through audio-visual media. Every corner of it narrates Bapu's story. According to the official data, a total of 52,261 people visited the place in a five-month span. Figures show in June alone, 14,610 tourists visited the tower. Building department secretary, Kumar Ravi, said while this museum is based on Mahatma Gandhi's life, its unique silicon mannequins give it a real look. A 3-D theatre, an art gallery and many more things will be added to it, he added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "Several mannequins and statues will be replaced by the silicon ones. On the second floor, more artwork will be added to the existing art gallery that has adequate space. We have also started an internship where interested students, be it of history, art, or artificial intelligence, can come and explore the place," said Ravi. He further said they have also prepared a calendar under which the auditorium can be utilised for various educational and cultural activities. Director of Bapu Tower, B Vinay Kumar, said they have already held several cultural programmes in collaboration with well-known organisations and will continue to hold more such events. Giving details about the visiting hours, Vinay said people can visit the tower from 11am to 4pm. The entry charge for adults is Rs 50, while Rs 10 is for those between five to 11 years. However, students coming in groups from educational institutes or those with their ID card are not charged for the entrance ticket. Similarly, for senior citizens and specially-abled people, the entry is free. Even those coming in groups of 25 or more from any organisation, be it private or govt, are allowed free entry.
United News of India
24-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Bihar is soul of India and birthplace of its philosophical foundation: Jagdeep Dhankhar
Muzaffarpur, June 24 (UNI) Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar today described Bihar as the soul of India and the birthplace of its philosophical foundation, recalling the state's glorious historical, intellectual, and constitutional legacy. Addressing a public gathering at the foundation day ceremony of Lalit Narayan Mishra College of Business Management here, Dhankhar said, "Bihar was once the global centre of learning, with Nalanda, Vikramshila, and Odantapuri being not just universities, but civilisations." Dhankhar highlighted the significance of Bihar, saying it is the land where Buddha attained enlightenment, Mahavira achieved spiritual awakening, and the philosophical foundation of India was born. He highlighted that ancient knowledge, social justice, and modern aspirations coexist in Bihar, which will fetch global recognition for the country. Referring to the Champaran Satyagraha launched by Mahatma Gandhi, Dhankhar said it turned the issue of farmers into a national cause and introduced a new grammar of governance based on truth, dignity, and fearless service. Dhankhar also spoke about the rich history of Nalanda University, which was a residential university with 10,000 students and 2,000 teachers, attracting scholars from across the world. He lamented the barbaric attacks by foreign invaders on Nalanda, particularly the burning of its library by Bakhtiyar Khilji in 1192. Discussing the National Education Policy 2020, Dhankhar said it aims to create skilled professionals, contented citizens, employment generators, knowledgeable humans, and build a country that reflects the collective aspirations of the nation. He emphasised that education in India has always been value-based and character-building, connecting with life values. Dhankhar also referred to the Emergency, terming June 25 as the darkest chapter of Indian democracy when the Constitution was "murdered". He praised Jayaprakash Narayan for lighting the flame of democracy and said the 'Total Revolution' was a call for national reawakening. UNI RS AKT SSP
