The Delhi High Court has addressed the issue of delayed payments to government-empaneled lawyers, prompted by a writ petition filed by Anjana Gosain seeking recovery of Rs. 15,93,850 in unpaid fees. The ruling aims to resolve the persistent problem of outstanding legal fees despite numerous follow-ups and legal notices.
Today(on August 1st), Manoj Kathuria, arrested for the deaths of three civil service aspirants in a flooded Delhi coaching center, has filed a second bail plea with the Sessions Court. He is challenging the Magistrate Court’s previous denial of bail, with the case expected to be heard tomorrow.
The Delhi High Court passed an order on 29th April the immediate implementation of the Hybrid Courts project, recognizing the urgency in light of recent mandates for hybrid hearings and e-filing in district courts. The project aims to enhance judicial proceedings through technology integration. Directives include financial sanctions, pilot courts in each district, and submission of preliminary estimates.
