Populist decision-making a threat to judicial independence: CJI

Judges are supposed to act in a manner that is "unencumbered" by popular morality while deciding constitutional and legal questions, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has said. IMAGE: Chief......

Monarchs who abdicated in 21st century

Japan's cabinet approved a bill on Friday that would allow Emperor Akihito to step down, paving the way for the first abdication by a Japanese emperor in nearly two centuries. Following is the list......

Bhutan king hands over power to son

Bhutan's King Jigme Singye Wangchuk has abdicated the throne after 34 years, and handed over power to his son Crown Prince Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. The 26-year-old Jigme Khesar becomes the......

Bhutan king to step down in 2008

Bhutan's King Jigme Singye Wangchuk will step down from his throne in 2008 and make way for his 25-year-old son Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, national newspaper Kuensel reported on Monday.The......