The Madras High Court stayed the release and circulation of a Tamil book allegedly making personal and derogatory attacks on Justice G.R. Swaminathan, observing that such publications raise serious concerns for judicial dignity and institutional authority.
The Bar Council of Kerala has issued a show cause notice to lawyer Mohammed Fayiz for including a High Court judge’s official vehicle in his enrollment video, labeling it as misconduct under the Advocates Act, 1961. Fayiz has 15 days to respond to avoid disciplinary action, facing potential legal consequences.
NEW DELHI: Today, 8th May: The Supreme Court of India has strongly criticised Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP) Nishikant Dubey for making offensive and untrue comments about the top court and the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna. A bench led by CJI Khanna said Dubey’s statements were “highly irresponsible” and showed a desire to seek attention by making baseless allegations against the judiciary.
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The Delhi Judicial Service Association (DJSA) condemned recent violent attacks by lawyers on a District Judge in Ghaziabad, urging the Chief Justice of India to ensure judicial safety and independence. They emphasized the need for a respectful environment, warning that such behavior undermines public trust in the legal system and the principles of justice.
In light of recent disruptions in the Ghaziabad District Court, the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service Association (UPJSA) convened an emergency online meeting to discuss mounting concerns about abuse, threats, and vandalism by certain advocates toward judicial officers. The association expressed alarm over an incident in which a group of advocates allegedly pressured, verbally abused, and vandalized the courtroom of the District Judge, Ghaziabad, affecting judicial dignity and morale. The meeting attendees condemned the incident, stressing that such behavior undermines the impartiality and independence of the judiciary.
The Bollywood film ‘Jolly LLB 3’ faces legal trouble as the president of the Ajmer District Bar Association claims it ridicules lawyers and judges. The complaint seeks to stop filming and address alleged misrepresentations of the judiciary. The contentious scenes include physical assault on a lawyer, judges consuming ‘gutkha,’ and inappropriate financial dealings.
