A recent report from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) states that India's population is expected to reach 1.46 billion in 2025, making it the most populated country in the world. 

The report highlights that India's average birth rate has fallen to 1.9 children per woman, falling below the replacement level of 2.1 required for population stability.

The UNFPA highlights that the primary goal should be to help individuals meet their family planning needs, ensuring access to healthcare and respecting personal choices.

UNFPA calls for policies that prioritize individual well-being and rights, rather than population control, to support a sustainable future.

The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Courts have held that police cannot intervene in landlord-tenant disputes or eviction matters, as these are purely civil issues that fall under the jurisdiction of civil courts.

Petitioner had approached the High Court seeking police intervention due to the poor condition of his shops, some occupied by tenants, citing safety concerns and a structural engineering report.

Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal, while dismissing a petition, reiterated that police have no jurisdiction to intervene in landlord-tenant disputes, including those concerning eviction.

The Court highlighted that landlords cannot use police to directly remove tenants; an eviction requires a court order. (Abdul Majid Dar Vs UT Of J&K)

The Kerala High Court has issued a formal notice to Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in response to an election petition filed by BJP candidate Navya Haridas, challenging her victory in the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-election of November 2024. 

Ms. Haridas alleges "corrupt practices" and claims that Ms. Gandhi's election affidavit contained "suppression or non-disclosure" of immovable properties owned by her.

This violates mandatory disclosure provisions under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, specifically Section 123 related to corrupt practices.

The petition has been admitted by the Bench of Justice K Babu, and the matter is listed for further hearing in August 2025. (Navya Haridas v Priyanka Gandhi Vadra)

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has proposed the Copyright (Amendment) Rules, 2025, to simplify license fee payments under the Copyright Rules, 2013.

A new Rule 83(A) mandates an exclusive online system for paying license fees for literary works, musical works, and sound recordings communicated to the public. 

No other payment methods will be allowed. This aims to enhance transparency and ease of transactions for copyright holders and users in line with India's digital economy trends. 

Public comments and suggestions are invited by July 5, 2025, and may be sent by post or email to ipr7-dipp@gov.in.

The Chief Justice of India, B. R. Gavai, emphasised that while the judiciary should embrace technology, like AI-powered case lists, digital kiosks, and virtual assistants to improve efficiency and transparency, such tools must complement, not replace, human judicial qualities such as discretion, empathy, and interpretation.

He cautioned that unchecked reliance on AI risks algorithmic bias, fabricated citations, and breaches of confidentiality, potentially eroding public trust in the justice system.

He urged the development of national ethical standards, human oversight, and comprehensive training to ensure technology remains a tool, not a substitute for human conscience in judicial decision‑making.

The Supreme Court held that the right of an accused to file an appeal against their conviction under Section 374 CrPC (now 415 BNSS) is not only statutory but also a constitutional right under Article 21.

The Court emphasized this plea allows a higher court to review both the merits and procedural fairness of the trial.

The court ruled that appellate courts cannot, on their own, increase the sentence during an appeal filed by the convicted person; only the State or complainant can seek enhancement. 

The bench also stressed that even during delay or procedural lapses, this right cannot be denied.

A petition has been filed challenging the Indian Army’s recent ascent of Mt. Kangchenjunga under the ‘Har Shikhar Tiranga’ mission. 

Local tribal bodies allege the expedition violates the Places of Worship Act, 1991, and a 2001 Sikkim government notification that prohibits ascents of the sacred mountain.

Petitioners claim the Ministry of Defence acted without state approval and disregarded the cultural and religious sentiments of local communities. They urged the Court to enforce existing restrictions and called for accountability for the alleged breach.

The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) has released a draft regulation specifying the useful life for various renewable energy systems. 

The proposed durations are: 12 years for standalone Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), 25 years for solar PV (including floating and thermal), wind, biogas, biomass gasifier, and non-fossil fuel cogeneration projects, 20 years for Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) power projects, and 40 years for hydroelectric plants.  

The draft also proposed a streamlined registration process. Eligible consumers must apply online within 45 days of technical feasibility approval. Licensees will verify documents within three working days and complete any required changes within seven days.

Canada has introduced a new Bill C-3 to allow citizens to pass on their citizenship to children born or adopted abroad, even beyond the first generation.

Under the current 2009 law, only the first generation born outside Canada is eligible, impacting many immigrant families.

The new bill proposes automatic citizenship for those previously denied and grants future citizenship if at least one Canadian parent has lived in Canada for 1,095 days.

The change follows a court ruling declaring the existing rule unconstitutional. The government has assured it will act quickly once the bill becomes law.

On June 6, 2025, the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) secured approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to introduce electricity derivatives.  

This initiative aims to provide power generators, distribution companies, and large consumers with tools to hedge against price volatility, thereby enhancing efficiency in the power market.  

The move aligns with India's vision of 'Viksit Bharat' and underscores the commitment of regulators like SEBI and the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) to foster a dynamic and sustainable energy market. 

Uttar Pradesh has become the first state in India to approve a 20% horizontal reservation for former Agniveers in police recruitment, covering positions such as constable, PAC, mounted constable, and fireman.

The reservation applies across all categories, General, SC, ST, and OBC, and includes a 3-year age relaxation for eligible applicants.

The policy, approved by the state cabinet, aims to provide meaningful post-service opportunities for Agniveers completing their four-year Agnipath scheme tenure.

The first recruitment under this policy is expected in 2026, coinciding with the return of the first batch of Agniveers.

The Indian Parliament's Monsoon Session will convene from July 21 to August 12, 2025, as announced by Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju.

This session follows a three-month recess and is expected to focus on two major issues: the impeachment motion against Justice Yashwant Varma and discussions surrounding Operation Sindoor.

Justice Varma faces impeachment after a Supreme Court-appointed panel found him guilty of corruption. Additionally, Operation Sindoor, India's counter-terror operation in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, is anticipated to be a central topic, especially after opposition parties' requests for a special session were declined. 

The Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, recommended these dates.

A gag order is a legal directive issued by a court or government that prevents individuals, media, or entities from publicly discussing or disclosing certain details about an ongoing legal case.

In India, such orders can be issued under Section 144 of the CrPC or the Contempt of Courts Act to protect the fairness of trials, prevent media bias, and safeguard victims' or witnesses' privacy. They may apply to parties, lawyers, police, or journalists.

While gag orders help preserve judicial integrity, they are also criticized for curbing freedom of speech and potentially being misused to stifle public scrutiny or dissent.

The Calcutta High Court has granted interim bail to 22-year-old influencer Sharmistha Panoli, a law student, who was arrested for allegedly hurting religious sentiments through a now-deleted video.

She was taken into custody by Kolkata Police from Gurugram and released on a ₹10,000 bail bond. 

The video was posted during “Operation Sindoor,” India’s response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Panoli had apologised and deleted the video after public backlash. Her lawyer argued that no offence was made out.

The court emphasised that while freedom of speech is a right, it should not be exercised in a way that hurts religious beliefs.