On Tuesday(16th July),The Delhi High Court has instructed civic bodies like MCD and DJB to conduct a joint inspection of the waterlogging issue at the Bar Council of Delhi office and submit a detailed report within a week. Persistent waterlogging during monsoons at the BCD office has prompted this directive, aiming to address the recurring inconvenience caused by muddy and sewage water accumulation.
The Bar Council of Delhi has urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to postpone implementing three new criminal laws. These laws, aiming to modernize justice delivery and replace British-era legislation, have raised concerns about their potential impact on the justice system, constitutional principles, and human rights. The Council emphasizes the need for thorough review and reconsideration before their enforcement.
Today (23rd May): Delhi High Court directs Bar Council to assess fitness of elderly lawyer due to “acute behavioral issues” observed during court appearance. Justices Kait and Jain highlight lawyer’s erratic behavior and poor vision as unbecoming of legal professional. Lawyer discharged with caution to maintain courtroom decorum in future appearances. Registry instructed to communicate order to Bar Council for assessment.
On Friday (12th April): Former Congress councillor and lawyer Ishrat Jahan, accused in the Delhi Riots case, has been allowed by a Delhi court to practice law outside the National Capital Territory of Delhi. This decision comes after her bail condition was modified, as there have been no breaches since her bail was granted. This move expands her professional opportunities beyond the NCR jurisdiction.
