A new survey by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) shows that 38.5% of women lawyers find the legal profession discouraging, revealing serious challenges linked to gender bias, limited leadership opportunities, and the pressures of marriage and motherhood affecting careers.
NEW DELHI: On January 31, 2025, the Supreme Court announced that it will organize a national conference on February 1, focused on addressing the challenges faced by the district judiciary. The conference will have four main technical sessions, each aiming to improve the efficiency and functioning of the judicial system across India.
The Citizen Consumer and Civic Action Group plans to release an environmental law enforcement manual aimed at enhancing the investigation and prosecution of environmental crimes. This manual encourages collaboration among agencies and aims to elevate the perception of environmental violations as serious offenses. Current case numbers in Tamil Nadu are notably low compared to national figures.
The Bar Council of Kerala has declared July 11 as a “protest day” against the proposed increase in court fees for cases related to negotiable instruments and family court matters. Practicing advocates are urged to wear black badges during court hours to oppose the fee hike, aiming to highlight the challenges faced by lawyers and litigants.
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The Supreme Court dismissed today, a contempt petition against Manipur authorities for failing to protect the properties of displaced persons during recent violence. The court stated that no contempt was made, emphasizing the need to involve encroachers as parties to the case before taking action. Encroachments on properties should be addressed through separate proceedings.
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The Delhi government today challenged the Centre’s decision to empower the Lieutenant Governor to appoint lawyers and determine their fees for representing the State. The Supreme Court sought responses from the Central government and the LG. The Delhi government argued that this undermines its autonomy and hampers its ability to advocate for the interests of Delhi’s electorate.
The 99-year lease for the Shanan Hydropower Project in Himachal Pradesh is expiring, leading to a dispute between Punjab and Himachal Pradesh over its control. The Punjab government has petitioned the Supreme Court for an urgent hearing to prevent Himachal Pradesh from assuming control and seeks to maintain operational control over the project.