Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar called for an FIR regarding the discovery of partially burnt cash at Justice Yashwant Varma’s residence amid ongoing controversy over his transfer to the Allahabad High Court. A Public Interest Litigation has urged delaying his swearing-in pending inquiries, highlighting concerns about judicial integrity and transparency.
The Calcutta High Court granted bail to Sharmishta Panoli, a law student and social media influencer, arrested for allegedly making communal remarks in a video. The court found her arrest lacked legal compliance, prompting backlash and political controversy regarding free speech. Her case has drawn international criticism and scrutiny of policing biases.
On June 6, 2025, the Delhi High Court ruled in favor of CLAT PG 2025 aspirants challenging three exam questions. It directed the NLU Consortium to amend the answer key, including two disputed questions, while rejecting the third. The court criticized the high objection fee, urging for a fairer, more affordable structure for future exams.
The Court questioned her presence at the station and her demand for an independent probe, remarking: “You are just saying all this because you are a lawyer.” NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the State of Haryana based on a petition filed by a woman lawyer. She has accused Gurugram […]
The Supreme Court of India has rescheduled the NEET PG 2025 exam to August 3, permitting the National Board of Examinations to conduct it in a single shift to ensure fairness. This decision follows logistical concerns expressed by the NBE and a petition against the two-shift format raised by the United Doctors Front.
Earlier. The Bombay High Court had allowed the sacrifice, subject to strict compliance with earlier conditions, stating that the trust managing the dargah had fulfilled all required legal parameters. Just a day before Eid al-Adha (Bakri Eid), the Supreme Court of India today refused to give an urgent hearing to a petition challenging the Bombay […]
Last month, the Department of Homeland Security revoked Harvard’s authorization to enroll international students, risking the status of existing students. A federal court blocked the Trump administration’s ban, deeming it illegal retaliation. Harvard challenged the actions, claiming they targeted the institution unfairly, arguing for the protection of its international student community.
Justice Abhay S Oka emphasized the vital link between environmental and social justice during his speech at the SILF Climate Change Conference 2025. He highlighted how pollution disproportionately impacts the poor and stressed that protecting the environment is essential for human dignity and health, urging support for environmental advocacy in India.
Justice Ramachandran of the Kerala High Court criticized co-operative banks for failing to return depositors’ money, rendering many helpless. He highlighted the influence of politics on deposits and expressed concern for ordinary people’s plight. The banks blamed fund misappropriation, but the judge emphasized the lack of government support and sympathy for affected citizens.
The Bar Council of India has amended its rules, permitting foreign lawyers to engage in international arbitration in India. Chief Justice Gavai supports this change, aiming to enhance India as a global arbitration hub while safeguarding Indian lawyers’ rights. The shift promotes reciprocal practice and aims to elevate arbitration standards in India.
