Today, On 23rd June, A major fire broke out early Monday in the ladies’ bar room of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, destroying it and damaging nearby chambers. Officials said, “Flames would have reached the main courtrooms” if not controlled in time.
Madras High Court’s 133-year-old heritage building gets a new lease of life ahead of 163rd Anniversary as a special committee begins restoration. Justices R. Subramanian, R. Suresh Kumar, P.T. Asha, and N. Mala lead the ground floor revival effort.
Today, On 9th June, Justice Bela M. Trivedi retired , leaving behind a strong judicial legacy. Her Supreme Court judgments showed bold decision-making and clear constitutional understanding, making a lasting impact despite her relatively short tenure on the bench.
Former Delhi High Court Chief Justice GC Mittal has passed away at the age of 90. His family announced the news through the Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Association, marking the end of a respected legal legacy.
Justice Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar heard vacation bench matters in the Delhi High Court till 9 PM, working nonstop since 10:30 AM. Exhausted, he said, “I am at the end of my tether” during the late hearing.
CJI B.R. Gavai has reinstated the Supreme Court’s original emblem and removed controversial glass partitions, decisions celebrated by the legal community. These changes aim to enhance accessibility and restore the court’s identity, addressing concerns about mobility and airflow. The adjustments are viewed as a respectful return to tradition, reflecting responsiveness to legal professionals’ feedback.
Following the Punjab and Haryana High Court’s direction, Chandigarh Police have registered an FIR after a 21-year-old law intern went missing from the court premises on March 17. The matter has raised serious safety concerns.
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai inaugurated the new advocates’ chambers and a multi-level parking facility at the Allahabad High Court. CM Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal also attended the important event.
Today, On 30th May, Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai will inaugurate the newly built Advocate Chambers in Prayagraj . Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh will lead the grand welcome, as the High Court gears up with full preparations.
Yesterday, On 21st May, Chief Justice of India B R Gavai praised Justice Abhay S Oka as a “workaholic and dedicated to work” during a farewell organised by SCAORA, ahead of Justice Oka’s retirement on May 24.
