Delhi High Court Bar Association resolved to abstain from work on Monday in protest against the Delhi High Court’s move on increasing district courts’ pecuniary jurisdiction from Rs.2 crore to Rs.20 crore, citing major impact on litigation structure and lawyers.
Today, On 23rd March, The Supreme Court of India closed a petition seeking installation of the National Emblem on its main dome, but said the request would be examined on the administrative side, declining to deal with it judicially while assuring consideration.
The Supreme Court strongly criticised an Allahabad High Court judge for allowing criminal proceedings in a civil dispute. It questioned his logic and ordered immediate withdrawal of his criminal jurisdiction, remanding the case for fresh consideration.
