The Central government of India has appointed four lawyers as judges of the Rajasthan High Court following a recommendation by the Supreme Court Collegium. The appointees include Anand Sharma, Sunil Beniwal, Sandeep Shah, and Mukesh Rajpurohit, while three other candidates remain unapproved. Rajasthan High Court currently has 34 of 50 sanctioned judges.
The Chhattisgarh HC directed the GST Council to reconsider excluding small-scale ice cream manufacturers from the composition scheme, stating that ice cream should not be deemed a luxury item. The court emphasized adherence to equality principles and urged the council to consider socio-economic effects, giving a three-month deadline for a decision.
The Chhattisgarh High Court expresses concern over the increase in derogatory remarks towards judges and lawyers by internet users, as court proceedings are more accessible through live-streaming. The court warns of strict action against those using contemptuous language, emphasizing the need for constructive criticism and the importance of faith in the justice system for upholding democracy.
