3 Things The Catch Up: SC clarifies Governor’s powers (20 Nov)
Nov 20, 2025
The day’s top headlines are dissected with notable details from Assam, where five declared foreigners must leave within 24 hours. The Supreme Court clarifies the powers of governors, emphasizing limits on indefinite bill withholding. In Kashmir, the SIA raids the office of Kashmir Times over alleged anti-national activities. Meanwhile, Nitish Kumar makes history with his 10th swearing-in as Bihar's Chief Minister, amidst discussions on election performance and ceremony highlights. Protests among Gen Z in Nepal escalate, leading to clashes and curfews.
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First Use Of 1950 Expulsion Act
- Sonitpur administration invoked the 1950 Immigrants' Expulsion from Assam Act to order five declared foreigners to leave within 24 hours.
- Police say the five are absconding and locals claim they haven't lived there for over a decade.
Clarifying Governor Powers
- The Supreme Court ruled governors cannot indefinitely stall bills and clarified their powers on assent and reservation to the President.
- The court also said judiciary should not fix rigid timelines for constitutional authorities, balancing oversight with discretion.
Raid On Kashmir Times Office
- The Jammu and Kashmir state investigation agency raided Kashmir Times over an FIR alleging anti-national activities and disaffection.
- The paper operates mainly online since its print edition paused and its leaders have been living in the US.