The DHCBA has objected to the Delhi High Court’s decision requiring benches to work one Saturday every month, saying it causes “deep concern” and disrupts lawyers’ work-life balance. The Bar said the move was made without consulting advocates and urged the court to reconsider.
Delhi Police has paused the L-G’s notification allowing cops to depose from police stations via video conferencing. Lawyers, who protested for six days, have now called off their strike after assurance of talks with the Union Home Minister.
The Delhi High Court Bar Association has demanded withdrawal of the LG’s notification allowing police officers to testify from stations via video conferencing. Lawyers warn it endangers fair trial rights and judicial integrity.
Lawyers across Delhi district courts staged a complete strike against the LG’s notification permitting police officers to depose from police stations via video conferencing. Bar leaders warned the move threatens fair trial rights and vowed indefinite agitation if not withdrawn.
On June 9, 2025, lawyers in Delhi will boycott court due to the relocation of judges from 34 new digital courts handling cheque bounce cases to Rouse Avenue. They protest the move, arguing it complicates proceedings and is unnecessary, as court staff will remain at their original district locations, causing further confusion.
