Today, On 22nd September, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud addressed young lawyers at NLSIU’s 32nd Convocation, underscoring patience, humility, and resilience in their careers. He encouraged a long-term commitment to law, the importance of ethical practice, and building support networks. Chandrachud emphasized quality legal education and inspired graduates to pursue their paths with passion and compassion.
The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a PIL regarding inadequate representation of women, queer individuals, persons with disabilities, and marginalized communities in the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils. The petitioner urged recognition and addressed disproportionate representation, emphasizing the need for proportional representation in these councils for a more equitable legal profession.
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.
At the ‘SheShakti2024’ event, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud surprised the audience by singing “Summer Wine” with Usha Uthup. The performance brought delight and applause. Earlier, the Chief Justice had hosted a Ganpati Puja attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Uthup, a celebrated figure in Indian music, was recently awarded the Padma Bhushan.
Today (13th Sept): Final-semester LL.B. students at Delhi University challenge Bar Council of India’s notification barring them from AIBE-XIX. They claim it contradicts previous court rulings and violates their fundamental rights. They seek annulment of the notification, permission to take the exam, and an interim stay. The Supreme Court has requested BCI to justify the exclusion.
Today(9th September), The Supreme Court of India ruled that an accused already in custody can still seek anticipatory bail in a separate case if not arrested for that specific matter. The verdict, delivered by a Bench including CJI DY Chandrachud, clarifies the right to pre-arrest bail despite existing judicial custody.
The Supreme Court today took up the RG Kar Rape-Murder case suo motu, with a bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud. The CBI presented its status report while Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and advocate Kapil Sibal represented the central agency and West Bengal government, respectively. The case involves widespread protests and calls for increased protection for medical professionals.