A 26-year-old Delhi High Court advocate, Rajesh Singh, reportedly died after allegedly jumping from the 15th floor of a Connaught Place hotel in New Delhi. Police said they have begun investigating the circumstances surrounding his tragic death today.
The Gujarat High Court dismissed anticipatory bail to a law student accused of impersonating an advocate and misappropriating around Rs.80 lakh from multiple victims. The Court remarked, “It transpires that a noble profession of advocacy cannot be allowed to be tarnished.”
Advocate has moved the High Court challenging the Maharashtra government’s cancellation of the 5% Muslim quota, calling the decision unjustified. The plea alleges state is practicing racial discrimination against the Muslim community, violating fundamental rights guaranteed under Constitution of India.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
