The Delhi High Court has invited bar association representatives for a meeting on January 30 to discuss increasing the pecuniary jurisdiction of district courts. Lawyers have long demanded the move to reduce delays, cut litigation costs, and ensure faster justice.
The 2025 India Justice Report reveals a severe shortage of judges in India, with only 15 per million people, far below the recommended 50. The report highlights high vacancy rates, especially in high courts, and significant case backlogs. Furthermore, it emphasizes the need for urgent reforms and increased diversity in the judiciary.
The Supreme Court ruled that Advocates-on-Record (AoRs) can mark appearances only for lawyers who actually appear and argue in a case. The Court emphasized that High Courts and District Courts follow a similar practice, disallowing multiple counsel from marking appearances. This reinforces the need for a structured and consistent approach in court proceedings. The ruling aims to maintain procedural discipline and avoid unnecessary representation.
NEW DELHI: The Noida District Court has expressed a serious concern about the state of the ladies’ washroom at the District and Sessions Court in Surajpur, Noida. A pool of blood, sanitary napkins soaked in blood, overflowing dustbins, no hand wash soaps, and incessantly spilling water from taps were some of the issues reported.
Justice Sanjeev Narula observed that the negligence in maintaining these facilities cannot be ignored, and the lack of hygiene products, along with infrastructural shortcomings, requires immediate attention. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has taken note of the “distressing” state of female washrooms in the district courts and has ordered authorities to ensure a uniform […]
Justice Hima Kohli, at a commemorative event for “100 Years of Women in Law in India,” highlighted the lack of female Attorney General and Solicitor General appointments in 75 years, emphasizing ongoing gender bias. She identified barriers like work-life balance issues, stereotypes, and limited opportunities, calling for reforms to empower women in the legal field.