The Punjab and Haryana High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation seeking ‘martyr’ status for victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, emphasizing that such matters are for the government to decide, not the judiciary. The court suggested the petitioner approach the government regarding the request for naming the attack site.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta highlighted the significance of the rule of law in Indian arbitration during the London International Disputes Week. He emphasized the robust framework of the Arbitration Act and the availability of constitutional remedies for rights violations. The discussion also featured insights on the newly established Arbitration Bar of India, aiming to integrate international best practices into Indian arbitration.
