3 Things The Catch Up: Concerns over Aravalli hills, Karnataka's hate speech row, and more (26 Dec)
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Dec 26, 2025 This week, the Supreme Court's controversial ruling on the Aravalli definition raises eyebrows, igniting debates around environmental protection. The political landscape shifts as Uddhav and Raj Thackeray revive their alliance, impacting upcoming elections. In Karnataka, tensions flare over a new hate speech bill, straddling the line between safety and free expression. Meanwhile, ISRO makes headlines with a successful satellite launch, marking a milestone for India's space endeavors. Lastly, Tariq Rahman's return to Bangladesh stirs protests and political upheaval.
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Shift In Aravalli Definition Raises Risk
- The Supreme Court in 2010 rejected Rajasthan's 100-metre definition and ordered an FSI survey not limited to peaks above 100 metres.
- The recent move to revive the 100-metre benchmark overturns that wider, slope-based definition and risks narrowing protection for Aravalli hills.
Thackeray Reunion Shakes Up Mumbai Politics
- Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray reunited and announced an electoral alliance ahead of BMC and municipal polls.
- Their tie-up aims to consolidate Marathi voters and could force the BJP-led Mahayuti to rethink its strategy.
Karnataka's New Hate Speech Law Sparks Debate
- Karnataka passed the first state-level hate speech and hate crimes law, but debates ignored changing cultural norms among youth.
- The bill raises tensions between protecting identities and preserving Article 19 freedom of speech.