Today, On 31st October, The Supreme Court directed the Bar Council of India to announce elections for the Punjab and Haryana bar councils within ten days, setting a deadline of December 31, 2025, for the polls while addressing concerns over delay in the election process.
Rajasthan High Court has directed the State Election Commission to take immediate action to conduct overdue municipality elections. The court emphasized that the Election Commission cannot remain a silent spectator, upholding local self-governance and constitutional requirements.
The Supreme Court criticised AIADMK MP C.V. Shanmugam for casting doubts on the Election Commission and abusing court process. It set aside Madras HC’s order on the “Ungaludan Stalin” scheme and ordered him to pay Rs 10 lakh as costs.
Today, On 7th April, Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna emphasized that judiciaries grow stronger through collaboration and mutual respect. He said the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) is more than just a formal step. It reflects the deep, historic connection between the institutions involved. The MoU symbolizes a shared commitment to justice and legal cooperation.
The Chief Justice of India, Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, today refused to entertain a petition seeking judicial directives to combat superstition, emphasizing that education, societal reform, and legislative action are essential. The Court stressed that courts cannot address all societal problems and that the responsibility of addressing such issues lies with civil society and democratic institutions.
