The Delhi High Court refused a plea by Ramesh Chandra Singh seeking BCD seat reservation for junior lawyers, noting he contested elections despite knowing the Bar Council of Delhi policy beforehand.
India’s arbitration system has grown significantly, but Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said major hurdles still exist, especially in building trust, strengthening institutions, and ensuring a continuous pool of skilled arbitration professionals to support the country’s evolving dispute resolution framework.
The Supreme Court said the time has come for setting up specialised courts to deal with complex economic and legal issues. It stressed that such cases require expert judicial minds for effective adjudication and faster delivery of justice.
The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL regarding a protocol lapse during CJI Gavai’s visit to Maharashtra, labeling it a publicity stunt. The petitioner was fined ₹7,000 for misusing judicial time, with the Court emphasizing the importance of respecting constitutional offices and discouraging trivial issues from being used for media attention.
