SCBA President Vikas Singh, in a letter to CJI Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, claimed SCAORA is “acting beyond its mandate.” He accused the association of overstepping its role and interfering in matters beyond its authority.
New Delhi, March 17 – The Supreme Court has emphasized that judicial officers should be humble, polite, and exhibit a humane approach in their conduct. The observation was made by a bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh while hearing a case related to the termination of a judicial officer from Punjab Judicial Services.
A heated argument between a government lawyer and an advocate at a Gurugram court led to tensions between the Bar Association and the presiding judge. The judge criticized the behavior of the advocate and Bar members, prompting the Bar to file a complaint with the Punjab and Haryana High Court and boycott the court for two weeks. The dispute escalated during witness testimony, resulting in offensive language and a temporary suspension of the hearing. The Gurgaon District Bar Association passed a resolution condemning the incident and the JMIC’s reluctance to resolve the matter.
The Delhi Government Health Centre, inaugurated by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud at the Supreme Court premises, offers comprehensive medical services and emphasizes the importance of health in the judiciary. This initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing well-being for all associated with the legal system and sets a precedent for similar initiatives in other judicial institutions.