Student Suicides: Supreme Court Gives 8 Weeks to States, Centre to Report on Mental Health Guidelines

The Supreme Court has directed all States and Union Territories to submit reports within eight weeks on implementing mental health and suicide prevention guidelines in educational institutions. The Centre has also been asked to file a compliance affidavit within the same period.

PIL in Supreme Court Seeks AI Regulatory Framework to Tackle Deepfakes and Impersonations

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a comprehensive regulatory framework for Artificial Intelligence tools in India. The petition emphasizes urgent action to curb deepfakes and protect individuals from impersonation.

Law Ministry Informs Parliament: “BCI Drafting Model Code to Ensure Fairness, Transparency in Law Internships”

Today, On 25th July, Union Minister of State for Law & Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal told Parliament, “BCI is drafting Model Code to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability in law internships,” aiming to improve selection, working conditions, and grievance redressal for students.