The Bar Council of India has formed a committee, led by Cyril Shroff, to address concerns from Indian lawyers about new rules permitting foreign legal entities to operate in India. The committee aims to suggest amendments, protect Indian firms, ensure fair competition, and uphold legal ethics, submitting its report in 30 to 40 days.
The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir denied anticipatory bail to Shakir-ul-Hassan, accused of raping a woman by falsely promising marriage. The court cited evidence from their WhatsApp conversations, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations. The judge emphasized the need for thorough investigation, rejecting claims of consensual relationship and suggesting potential evidence tampering.
The Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana has suspended a lawyer’s licence for one year due to professional misconduct, including harassment of an elderly landlord and misrepresentation of his occupation. The lawyer, found guilty in his absence, is barred from practicing law during the suspension, reflecting serious ethical violations.
The Marylebone Cricket Club has amended cricket’s boundary catch rule, effective June 17, 2025, to clarify the legality of airborne catches. Fielders can touch the ball once while airborne outside the boundary but must land inside to make subsequent plays, addressing concerns over fairness in recent boundary catches.
The Punjab & Haryana High Court ruled that a second wife is eligible for compassionate appointment if nominated by her deceased husband in service records and is fully dependent on him, despite his first marriage not being legally dissolved. This decision emphasizes the significance of dependence and nomination over legal marital status complications.
Justice Markandey Katju, a former Supreme Court judge, expressed his dismay over being unable to visit Pakistan despite an invitation from the Pakistani High Commissioner. He believes his views on Pakistan as an artificial division prevent him from receiving a visa. Katju longs to explore historical sites and reconnect with cultural roots.
The Jharkhand High Court dismissed an appeal by the public service commission against Manoj Kumar Kachhap, who was wrongfully denied consideration for the assistant professor position due to a fee payment issue. The court imposed a Rs.1 lakh penalty on the commission for its unfair treatment and upheld Kachhap’s application reconsideration.
The Kerala High Court granted bail to six juveniles accused in the Shahabas murder case, emphasizing that observation homes are not for prolonged detention, particularly for those without prior criminal records. The bail was contingent on strict conditions, allowing the minors to return to education while ensuring cooperation with the ongoing investigation.
The Delhi High Court dismissed AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan’s PIL challenging demolitions in Batla House, stating it could adversely affect individual cases. The bench noted the petition should be withdrawn to allow residents to seek their legal rights. DDA claims demolition notices followed Supreme Court instructions, disputing Khan’s arguments.
