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Big Win For Donald Trump As US Supreme Court Upholds His Presence On Colorado Ballot

The ruling comes after months of intense debate surrounding whether Trump violated the "insurrectionist clause" embedded in the 14th Amendment, casting a shadow over his bid for the GOP nomination.

Mar 05, 2024, 08:49 AM IST

SC Seeks Centre's Response On Social Benefits To Same-Sex Couples

SC on Thursday asked the Centre to find a way to give same-sex couples basic social benefits, like joint bank accounts or nominating a partner in insurance policies.

Apr 27, 2023, 21:10 PM IST

Supreme Court dismisses petition against ED

The Supreme Court has dismissed the objections of the petitioners against certain provisions of PMLA. The court has upheld the right to arrest the ED under the PMLA. The court has also said that it is enough to just tell the reason for the arrest.

Jul 27, 2022, 21:06 PM IST

SC strict on free distribution of items by political parties during elections

The Supreme Court has asked the central government to clear its stand on controlling parties that promise to distribute free items during elections. The court said that this is a very serious matter. After all, why is the government hesitant to clarify its stand on this. The Supreme Court has asked the Central Government to ask the Finance Commission for its opinion on this matter and inform the court.

Jul 26, 2022, 17:22 PM IST

Selena Gomez is 'just not happy' with US Supreme Court's abortion ruling

Singer-actress Selena Gomez has voiced her opinion on the recent overturning of the landmark Roe v. Wade by the US Supreme Court, reports 'Variety'. The recent verdict, which effectively ends federal protections for abortion access, has sparked protests across the US.

Jun 28, 2022, 13:49 PM IST

Roe v. Wade case: John Oliver calls US Supreme Court's verdict 'utterly devastating,' slams reversal

On Sunday's edition of his HBO show, Oliver said the move is "absolutely horrifying" given that about half of the 50 U.S. states are likely to ban abortion, as per The Hollywood Reporter. "It is hard to stomach some of the gleeful responses right now," Oliver said.

Jun 27, 2022, 15:32 PM IST

Jodie Sweetin thrown to ground by LAPD at abortion rights protest

A video of the incident began to make the rounds online after it occurred. The footage depicts an LAPD officer grabbing and pushing Sweetin before the actress falls forward to the ground. A group of fellow protestors quickly rushes to help Sweetin up, while others admonish the line of police officers. The incident appears to occur along a freeway exit that the protestors had blocked.

Jun 27, 2022, 15:19 PM IST

Olivia Rodrigo is 'heartbroken' with US Supreme Court's decision over abortion rights, read on

Rodrigo brought out British singer Lily Allen on stage and performed the song, 'F*** You.' "This is actually my first Glastonbury and I'm sharing this stage with Lily, this is the biggest dream come true ever. But I'm also equally as heartbroken about what happened in America yesterday," Rodrigo said.

Jun 26, 2022, 15:14 PM IST

Billie Eilish targets Internet's obsession with Johnny-Amber's trial over abortion rights in new song!

The song lyrics of Eilish's 'TV' goes by "The internet's gone wild watching movie stars on trial / While they're overturning Roe v. Wade", reported Variety. The 20-year-old singer premiered this song at the Manchester concert.

Jun 25, 2022, 18:20 PM IST

Hailey Bieber opens up on overturn of Roe v. Wade case, says 'What an extreme loss'

Hailey Bieber was a part of a group of nearly 160 young singers, actors, artists and influencers who appeared in a full-page ad in The New York Times advocating for reproductive rights and denouncing the decision to overturn Roe, after the draft opinion from the Court's five conservative Justices leaked to the press, People reported.

Jun 25, 2022, 17:04 PM IST

US abortion ruling: Reproductive rights are integral to women's rights, says UN Women

The US Supreme Court has struck down Roe v. Wade, eliminating the nearly 50-year-old constitutional right to abortion and ruled that states may regulate the practice of it.

Jun 25, 2022, 09:21 AM IST

Roe v. Wade overturned: Abortion ruling ‘attack on freedom’ of Americans, says former US President Obama

The US Supreme Court's ruling is expected to lead to abortion bans in roughly half of America. 

Jun 25, 2022, 07:18 AM IST

Roe vs Wade overturned: Donald Trump reacts to threat to women's abortion rights, says 'will work out for everybody'

Roe vs Wade overturned: The US Supreme Court, on June 24, overruled a 50-year-old ruling that had legalised abortion nationwide.

Jun 25, 2022, 06:46 AM IST

Roe v. Wade overturned: Joe Biden says a 'sad day for US' after Supreme Court strikes down abortion law

"Now with Roe gone, let's be very clear, the health and life of women across this nation are now at risk," the US President said from the White House.

Jun 24, 2022, 23:43 PM IST

US states can now BAN abortion as Supreme Court ends constitutional protections for it

The decision, unthinkable just a few years ago, was the culmination of decades of efforts by abortion opponents, made possible by an emboldened right side of the court that has been fortified by three appointees of former President Donald Trump

Jun 24, 2022, 20:42 PM IST

Elon Musk’s Tesla covers travel costs for workers seeking abortions

Tesla said that it will offer lodging support for those who may need to seek "healthcare services that are unavailable in their home state."

May 07, 2022, 14:00 PM IST

US presidential election: Senate confirms Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court

Barrett's confirmation shifts the Supreme Court further to the right, which could pave the way to conservative rulings curbing abortion rights, expanding gun rights and limiting voting rights, among other things.

Oct 27, 2020, 07:04 AM IST

US Supreme Court conservatives revive criticism of gay marriage ruling

The court turned away an appeal by Kim Davis, who had served as Rowan County clerk, of a lower court ruling that let the lawsuits accusing her of violating the constitutional rights of the couples proceed.

Oct 06, 2020, 09:45 AM IST

US President Donald Trump nominates Amy Coney Barrett as Supreme Court judge

The nomination was made to fill up the vacancy following the death of Judge Ruth Bader Ginsberg.

Sep 27, 2020, 06:45 AM IST

US President Donald Trump to nominate Amy Coney Barrett as the new Supreme Court judge: sources

Amy Coney Barrett, 48, was appointed by Trump to the Chicago-based 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in 2017 and is known for her conservative religious views. Supreme Court justices are given lifetime appointments.

Sep 26, 2020, 07:01 AM IST