Today, On 14th July, The Supreme Court has ruled that High Courts have the authority to suo motu designate lawyers as Senior Advocates, setting aside the Orissa High Court’s 2019 decision and upholding the designations of five lawyers made through this process.
Mumbai: The Interactive Lawyers’ Association for Women held a discussion on the use and misuse of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which was replaced with Section 85 of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in 2023. The event took place on Friday at courtroom number 21 in the Mumbai High Court complex and was attended by female lawyers and law students.
Justice CT Ravikumar’s farewell at the Supreme Court of India was an emotional event, filled with heartfelt tributes and praise for his outstanding career. Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna called him “a God’s own man from God’s own country, Kerala,” recognizing his strong ties to his home state. Justice Ravikumar’s legacy of humility, fairness, and wisdom made a lasting mark on the judiciary. The event celebrated his valuable contributions and the respect he earned during his time in the court.