The Supreme Court of India approved an amendment to election rules issued by the Bar Council of India, allowing Bar Association office-bearers to contest State Bar Council elections without resigning from their positions first in a major relief.
Justice BV Nagarathna said during the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Lecture at CNLU Patna that a three-year Bar practice is essential, rejecting claims it deters women, as real courtroom experience builds the maturity and skills needed for judges.
The Delhi High Court Bar Association resolved to abstain from work on first and third Saturdays, opposing regular court sittings introduced by the Delhi High Court. The boycott begins April 4 after representations seeking reconsideration reportedly went unanswered by the Court authorities.
The Allahabad High Court Bar Association opposed remarks by the Supreme Court of India on a High Court judge’s bail orders in dowry death cases, with President Rakesh Pandey calling them inappropriate and harmful to judicial independence.
The election committee overseeing the Bar Council of Delhi elections has withdrawn suspension notices issued to 63 candidates for violating the model code of conduct and election rules. The committee reversed the action after reviewing their explanations today.
The Bar Council of Delhi elections descended into turmoil after 67 candidates were summarily suspended for grave violations of the Model Code of Conduct. The election committee confirmed receiving “incontrovertible evidence,” including field reports, showing serious breaches near polling zones.
Today, On 10th February, The legal community gathered in the Supreme Court to wish Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on his birthday, as lawyers across the Bar greeted him warmly. CJI Surya Kant acknowledged their wishes with a gracious “Thank you.”
The Delhi High Court Bar Association celebrated Justice Surya Kant’s appointment as Chief Justice of India at the Main Court Building. In his address, CJI Kant emphasized, “Collaboration between bar and bench is crucial in the justice delivery system.”
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a plea by the Civil Bar Association, Basti, seeking the UP government’s help to pay its electricity bills, stating there’s no legal duty on the State to cover such expenses. The court said lawyers must bear financial responsibility for facilities they use.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court, through its October 20, 2025 notification, has designated 76 advocates as Senior Advocates under Section 16(2) of the Advocates Act, 1961, acknowledging their legal expertise and distinguished standing at the Bar.
