In Parliament, Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal revealed that only 108 of the 698 High Court judges appointed since 2018 are women. Additionally, a breakdown showed 22 judges from Scheduled Castes, 15 from Scheduled Tribes, and 87 from Other Backward Classes.
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal has confirmed that the Advocates Act, 1961 will soon be amended to benefit General Counsels (GCs) by granting them statutory recognition similar to practicing advocates. Speaking at a GCAI event, he emphasized the importance of GCs in India’s legal and economic landscape. Legal experts, including Justice (Retd.) AK Sikri and Hima Kohli, also highlighted the growing role of GCs in the digital era. “You have many strengths, one weakness, and multiple opportunities,” Meghwal assured, signaling a major shift for in-house legal professionals.
Maharashtra: The Additional Solicitor General (ASG) for Maharashtra and Gujarat, Devang Girish Vyas, has stepped down from his position. He submitted his resignation to the Law Minister on Tuesday, bringing an end to his 12-year tenure. Vyas confirmed his resignation applies to both states, and he expressed gratitude for the support he received during his service.
The “One Nation, One Election” Bill formally introduced Today (Dec 17) in the Lok Sabha following a division vote. The results of the vote showcased significant interest and division among lawmakers, with 269 Members of Parliament (MPs) voting in favor and 198 MPs voting against the motion. Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal took charge of presenting the Bill, marking an essential milestone in the country’s political reforms.
The General Counsels’ Association of India and the Society of Indian Law Firms advocate for statutory recognition and privilege for general counsels in India. With over 50,000 practicing, they seek recognition as legal practitioners under Indian law, emphasizing the need for regulation and amendments to ensure their rights and status. The proposed changes aim to integrate general counsels into the broader legal ecosystem.
The Delhi High Court approved an expansion of jurisdiction for Civil Judges in Delhi District Courts, allowing them to hear higher monetary disputes. This move aims to increase efficiency, reduce case backlogs, and align Delhi’s courts with neighboring areas. The decision reflects a strategic approach to judicial management and is expected to improve the overall responsiveness and efficiency of the court system in Delhi.