The Supreme Court ruled that the Biometric Attendance System in government offices is valid and beneficial, stating that lack of employee consultation doesn’t make it illegal. The Court set aside the Orissa High Court’s 2014 order and allowed its full implementation.
The Bar Council of India has introduced new guidelines for legal education centers to promote integrity and transparency. Key measures include mandatory criminal background checks for students, prohibition of simultaneous full-time degree enrollment, disclosure of employment status, strict attendance requirements, and implementation of biometric attendance systems and CCTV surveillance to ensure compliance.
