Advocates’ Association Bengaluru has asked the Bar Council of India to remove Karnataka Bar Council chief Mittala Kod SS for mispronouncing English during a court ceremony. The lawyers claimed his speech embarrassed the legal community.
The Supreme Court Collegium has proposed the elevation of five judges to Chief Justice positions in various High Courts during its meeting on May 26, 2025. This decision aims to strengthen judicial leadership, ensuring efficient administration as vacancies arise. The recommendations await approval from the Union Government for implementation.
NEW DELHI: 4th April: The Supreme Court of India has suggested that the Delhi High Court should reconstitute its committee for Senior Advocate designations and conduct the process again. This new process should also include candidates whose applireconstitute its Senior Advocate design committeecations were rejected or deferred in the last round of selections in November 2024.
New Delhi, January 21, 2025 – Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya will be sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court today. The ceremony will take place at 5:00 PM at Raj Niwas, Civil Lines, Delhi. It will be attended by key government officials, sitting judges, legal professionals, and other dignitaries.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya for appointment as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, replacing Justice Vibhu Bakhru. Currently the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Upadhyaya’s appointment follows his legal career, including roles in the Allahabad High Court and state legal counsels.
The Delhi High Court reinstated Samsung India’s stay application concerning a Rs 1,213 crore tax demand, overruling the ITAT’s previous dismissal. The court’s decision allows ITAT to reconsider Samsung’s merits promptly. Samsung faces ongoing challenges, including a customs duty evasion notice and competition in the smartphone market.
Today, On 30th May, Delhi High Court directed Meta to reinstate Harper’s Bazaar India’s Instagram account, suspended due to three copyright strikes by Backgrid USA. The decision stresses the need for due process in such suspensions. Both parties have reached a consensus. This underscores the significance of amicable resolutions in copyright disputes involving vital online platforms.
Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant stressed the necessity of safeguarding free speech, especially for journalists and the media. He emphasized the crucial link between freedom of speech and leading a dignified life, and the courts’ disapproval of attempts to curtail this right. The event also featured discussions on protecting the media’s rights within constitutional limits.