Supreme Court Notice to UP Bar Council Over Rs 14,000 Advocates’ Enrolment Fee, Terms It Prima Facie Breach of Past Judgment

The Supreme Court has issued notice to the UP Bar Council for demanding Rs 14,000 from new advocates under “certificate of practice,” calling it a clear conflict with its 2024 ruling in Gaurav Kumar v. Union of India. The Court said Bar Councils cannot charge beyond the statutory enrolment fee.

Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal Launches New ‘Digital Notary Portal’ for Efficient and Paperless System

On Tuesday(3rd September), Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal launched a new digital notary portal to streamline interactions between notaries and the government. The platform will enable efficient online submission of applications and certificate management, replacing traditional paper-based processes.