The Jharkhand High Court Advocates’ Association (JHCAA) Today (May 16th) ended its strike and urged all lawyers to resume work after a Division Bench of the High Court stayed a debarment order against a lawyer.
Former Judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay, a BJP candidate from Tamluk Lok Sabha seat, Today (May 13th) moved the Calcutta High Court alleging police overaction by registering an attempt to murder case against him. Justice Jay Sengupta, before whose court the matter was mentioned, directed that the petition will be taken up for hearing on Tuesday.
The Principal District and Sessions Judge of the Rouse Avenue Courts has transferred the Bhushan Steel Money Laundering case from one judge to another after the accused alleged that the judge has “probable bias” in favour of Enforcement Directorate (ED) because he allegedly remarked “ED matters main kaun si bail hoti hai (who gets bail in ED matters)”.
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The Chhattisgarh High Court expresses concern over the increase in derogatory remarks towards judges and lawyers by internet users, as court proceedings are more accessible through live-streaming. The court warns of strict action against those using contemptuous language, emphasizing the need for constructive criticism and the importance of faith in the justice system for upholding democracy.
In a 2017 murder case of a Madrassa teacher in Kerala, three RSS activists were acquitted due to significant lapses in the police investigation. The court highlighted investigative failures and lack of evidence, causing disappointment for the victim’s family and sparking political reactions. This case raises concerns about justice, communal tensions, and police effectiveness.
Yesterday (March 16th), the Supreme Court of India issued a significant ruling emphasizing equality in determining pensionary benefits for retired high court judges. The Court stressed that there should be no differentiation in pension benefits between judges elevated from the bar and those from the district judiciary. CJI Chandrachud led the bench in this landmark judgment, affirming that the pension entitlements of retired high court judges, regardless of their pre-elevation professional background, should be based on their last salary as a high court judge.
Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay, a notable figure in the Calcutta High Court, has resigned Today from his position to pursue a political career. Known for his uncompromising approach to combating corruption, his decision to enter politics has sparked discussions about the future of his cases and the implications for the Indian judiciary.
Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay of the Calcutta High Court will resign today to pursue a political role, potentially aligning with the BJP for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Known for his anti-corruption efforts, his shift from judiciary to politics raises questions about his cases and the balance of power in India, reflecting the evolving dynamics of Indian democracy.