Today, On 9th October, The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has revoked advocate Rakesh Kishore’s membership following his attempt to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai. The act was called a “direct assault on judicial independence.”
A controversy erupted after cash was allegedly recovered from the residence of Justice Yashwant Varma. Senior Advocate Dr. Adish C. Aggarwala, former President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, has weighed in on the matter. He expressed confidence that the Supreme Court-appointed In-House Committee will recommend a police or CBI investigation. Aggarwala emphasized the importance of a transparent probe to uphold judicial integrity.
Adish Aggarwala, former SCBA president and AIBA head, requested the Chief Justice of India to establish guidelines for maintaining judicial decorum. Highlighting issues of disrespectful behavior by judges during virtual hearings, he urged for a monitoring mechanism led by a retired Supreme Court judge and the creation of a committee to address complaints of unprofessional conduct.
Former SCBA president Adish Aggarwala wrote to PM Modi, praising new criminal laws but stressing the need for increased judicial personnel, police, and forensic experts. He criticized the past regime for implementing laws without necessary support and pointed out challenges in the current system. Aggarwala urged PM Modi to ensure proper implementation with adequate infrastructure.
Three new criminal laws, described as a significant modernization of India’s criminal justice system, have been praised by Dr. Adish C. Aggarwala. These laws include specific timelines for trials and verdicts, aiming to strengthen the response to crimes and increase public confidence. They cover substantive crime, procedure, and evidence, with plans for widespread implementation and public education.
The All India Bar Association (AIBA) has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take legal action against Google for spreading false information about him. The AIBA’s Chairman accused Google of violating Indian Penal Code sections 153A, 500, and 505 and emphasized the accountability of developers for AI-generated content. The move aims to safeguard democratic processes and leaders’ reputations.
