The Supreme Court of India has emphasized the importance of transparency in disciplinary proceedings conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI), stating that the BCI must ensure the English translation of documents not originally in English. This directive aims to facilitate clearer understanding and efficiency in handling cases of professional misconduct among members of […]
The Supreme Court has recently underscored the importance of judicial discipline, stating that judges should not take up cases unless they are specifically assigned by the Chief Justice of the Court. The apex court remarked, “If the Courts allow such sharp practices, the roster notified by the Chief Justice will have no meaning. The Judges […]
The Supreme Court has upheld the Madras High Court’s decision to grant bail to Mohammad Abbas, a lawyer based in Madurai. Abbas was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for his purported ties with the banned Popular Front of India (PFI) organization. A bench comprising Justice Abhay […]
