The Delhi High Court has issued notices to the Bar Council of India and the Central government after a petition challenged the entry of foreign law firms into India. Concerns were raised over the impact on domestic lawyers and the legal profession’s integrity. The debate also focuses on the implication of the Advocates Act and questions of reciprocity.
The Supreme Court of India has denied bail to an individual involved in promoting Khalistan, emphasizing the severity with which the judiciary addresses terrorism and separatism. The accused allegedly received illicit financial support to advocate for the separatist ideology, highlighting the ongoing vigilance required to combat such movements within India.
The President of the NCLT has decided to relocate all cases from Court-2 in Chandigarh following a viral video showing a dispute between judicial and technical members. This decision, announced on February 3, aims to address operational challenges and internal dynamics. It highlights the need for efficient case management and underscores broader issues within the NCLT.
Justice N. Anand Venkatesh of Madras High Court, expressing his unfamiliarity with Hindi, intends to maintain the original English names for key legal codes, despite their replacement with new laws in Hindi. This decision, amid discussions on legal matters, reflects the complexity of India’s legal system and highlights the importance of clarity and accessibility in court proceedings.
The Allahabad High Court in India dismissed a plea by a man claiming his partner was forcibly detained, citing cultural differences and disdain for tarnishing reputation. The court emphasized India’s tradition and the attempt to pressure the woman’s family. The decision reflects India’s adherence to cultural norms, contrasting with liberal Western views on relationships.
In a pivotal case that touches upon the delicate balance of federalism in India, the Supreme Court on 22 January has undertaken the task of examining the constitutional validity of the Central Government’s decision to extend the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Punjab. This move, which expands the BSF’s operational area from […]
The Supreme Court of India has reserved its judgment on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a national policy for community kitchens to address hunger. The case emphasizes the urgent need for a comprehensive scheme as India grapples with alarming statistics on starvation-related deaths, highlighting the complexities of formulating policies to ensure food security.
The Supreme Court overturned the Himachal Pradesh High Court’s decision to remove Sanjay Kundu as DGP, emphasizing the lack of opportunity for him to defend himself. The apex court highlighted the serious implications of such a transfer, reinforcing the importance of adhering to principles of natural justice for high-ranking officials.
The Supreme Court of India has granted interim protection to BJP Member of Parliament and Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nisith Pramanik, in connection with an attempt-to-murder case from 2018, following a shooting of a Cooch Behar resident. The case involves allegations of political animosity and has garnered significant attention. __JETPACK_AI_ERROR__