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    BREAKING| Supreme Court Takes Suo Motu Action on Aravalli Hills Definition: Case Listed Before CJI Surya Kant Bench
    BREAKING| Supreme Court Takes Suo Motu Action on Aravalli Hills Definition: Case Listed Before CJI Surya Kant Bench
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    Supreme Court’s Aravalli Hills Definition: Advocate Urges CJI to Review, Warns ‘100-Metre Test’ May Dilute Protection

    Supreme Court’s recent definition of the Aravalli Hills has come under scrutiny. Advocate Hitendra Gandhi urged the Chief Justice of India to review the ruling, warning that the ‘100-Metre Test’ may weaken critical environmental protections.

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    Delhi High Court Cancels Bail of Advocate Accused of Raping a Woman Lawyer, Misusing Influence Through Judges
    Delhi High Court Cancels Bail of Advocate Accused of Raping a Woman Lawyer, Misusing Influence Through Judges
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    Delhi High Court Cancels Bail of Advocate Accused of Raping a Woman Lawyer, Misusing Influence Through Judges

    The Delhi High Court revoked the anticipatory bail of a 51-year-old lawyer accused of repeatedly raping a junior advocate and trying to influence her via two judicial officers. Justice Amit Mahajan also ordered an administrative inquiry against the involved judges.

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    Baseless Complaint Against Advocate: Supreme Court Fines Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Rs 50,000
    Baseless Complaint Against Advocate: Supreme Court Fines Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Rs 50,000
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    Baseless Complaint Against Advocate: Supreme Court Fines Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Rs 50,000

    Today, On 24th September, The Supreme Court imposed a Rs 50,000 fine on the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa for pursuing a baseless complaint against an advocate. The judgment emphasizes accountability and discourages frivolous legal actions by regulatory bodies.

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    Centre Notifies Appointment of Justice PB Bajanthri as New Chief Justice of Patna High Court
    Centre Notifies Appointment of Justice PB Bajanthri as New Chief Justice of Patna High Court
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    Centre Notifies Appointment of Justice PB Bajanthri as New Chief Justice of Patna High Court

    The Centre has notified the appointment of Justice PB Bajanthri as the new Chief Justice of Patna High Court. The Supreme Court Collegium had recommended his name for the position earlier on September 11, 2025.

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    Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to J&K Judge Recruitment Without 3-Year Practice Rule: “No Impact on Old Recruitment Notices”
    Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to J&K Judge Recruitment Without 3-Year Practice Rule: “No Impact on Old Recruitment Notices”
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    Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to J&K Judge Notification Without 3-Year Practice Rule: “No Impact on Old Recruitment Notices”

    Today, On 28th July, The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging the J&K Civil Judge notification that didn’t include the 3-year practice rule, clarifying that its earlier judgment will apply only prospectively with “no impact on old recruitment notices.”

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    Supreme Court Declines Plea to Transfer Waqf Act Case from Delhi HC: "Petitions Now Filed Only for Newspapers"
    Supreme Court Declines Plea to Transfer Waqf Act Case from Delhi HC: "Petitions Now Filed Only for Newspapers"
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    Supreme Court Declines Plea to Transfer Waqf Act Case from Delhi HC: “Petitions Now Filed Only for Newspapers”

    The Supreme Court rejected a request to shift the Waqf Act case from Delhi High Court, remarking, “Petitions are nowadays being filed only for the newspapers” and questioned the urgency behind rushing to court.

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    "3-Year Practice Rule: SC Reserves Verdict on MP Civil Judge Recruitment – Will Ineligible Candidates Be Excluded?"
    "3-Year Practice Rule: SC Reserves Verdict on MP Civil Judge Recruitment – Will Ineligible Candidates Be Excluded?"
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    Review Petition In Supreme Court Challenges 3-Year Practice Rule for Judicial Exams: “Violating Principles of Fairness and Article 14”

    Today, On 16th June, A review petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the verdict on the 3-year practice rule for judicial exams, stating that “immediate enforcement violates Article 14 & 16” and causes unfair retrospective exclusion.

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    BREAKING| Big Reform in Judicial Appointments: SC Makes 3 Years of Legal Practice Mandatory for Entry-Level Judges
    BREAKING| Big Reform in Judicial Appointments: SC Makes 3 Years of Legal Practice Mandatory for Entry-Level Judges
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    BREAKING| Big Reform in Judicial Appointments: SC Makes 3 Years of Legal Practice Mandatory for Entry-Level Judges

    Today, On 20th May, the Supreme Court mandated the rule that candidates must have at least three years of advocate practice to qualify for entry-level judicial service positions.

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    Justice Dixit Krishna Shripad Takes Oath as Judge of Orissa High Court in Cuttack
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    Justice Dixit Krishna Shripad Takes Oath as Judge of Orissa High Court in Cuttack

    Justice Dixit Krishna Shripad was officially sworn in as a judge of the Orissa High Court on Monday, after transferring from the Karnataka High Court. With over 30 years in the legal field, he has held significant positions, including Assistant Solicitor General of India and has represented key institutions throughout his career.

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    BREAKING | Waqf Violence | Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain Requests Supreme Court: "Send Paramilitary Forces, Impose Emergency in West Bengal”
    BREAKING | Waqf Violence | Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain Requests Supreme Court: "Send Paramilitary Forces, Impose Emergency in West Bengal”
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    BREAKING | Waqf Violence | Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain Requests Supreme Court: “Send Paramilitary Forces, Impose Emergency in West Bengal”

    Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain Today (April 21) requested urgent action in West Bengal, calling for paramilitary forces and emergency rule due to Anti-Waqf Protests. Justice B.R. Gavai responded firmly, highlighting limits of judicial power.

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