The Supreme Court, led by Justice Surya Kant, warned against irregularities in bar elections, particularly in Karnal, after the Punjab and Haryana High Court quashed the Bar Council of India’s order allowing Advocate Sandeep Chaudhry to contest upcoming elections amid pending misconduct inquiries against him. The court emphasized accountability and oversight.
The Bombay High Court upheld the Bar Council of India’s Rules of Legal Education, 2008, affirming its authority to inspect law colleges and maintain educational standards. The court dismissed the petition from SNDT Women’s University Law School, reinforcing that the Advocates Act, 1961, supersedes other educational legislation regarding legal education oversight.
NEW DELHI: The Bar Council of India (BCI) strongly criticized the growing trend of advocates promoting their services through social media, promotional videos, and influencer endorsements. In a press release issued on March 17, the BCI warned against such practices and emphasized that they violate the ethical standards of the legal profession.
NEW DELHI: On February 17, 2025, the Coordination Committee of All Bar Associations of Delhi made a unanimous decision to oppose the proposed Advocate Amendment Bill 2025. The committee has called for a complete strike from judicial work on Monday, February 19, 2025, in all District Courts across Delhi.
NEW DELHI: The Union Law Ministry has introduced a draft of the Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and has invited public feedback on it. The Bill aims to address modern challenges in the legal profession, improve transparency, and ensure that legal education and practice align with global standards, according to a press release issued by the Ministry.
In September 2024, the BCI issued a notification mandating strict new measures for all Centers of Legal Education (CLEs) across the country. NEW DELHI: On Friday. The Supreme Court of India has asked the Bar Council of India (BCI) to respond to petitions challenging two circulars issued by the bar body in September 2024. These […]
A petition by lawyer Mathew J. Nedumpara seeks to challenge the designation of 70 senior advocates by the Delhi High Court, alleging the process is influenced by favouritism and unlawful factors. The Supreme Court will hear the case on January 2, 2025, addressing the implications for equality and professional rights under the Constitution.
The Leader of Opposition in Assam, Debabrata Saikia, criticized Advocate General Devojit Lon Saikia for violating constitutional norms by accepting roles in the BCCI and ICC, which conflict with his duties and principles of the “Office of Profit.” He called for an investigation due to potential ethical breaches and legal implications.
