Why Can’t Law Colleges Reserve Seats for Transgender Students? Kerala High Court Questions BCI

Kerala High Court has asked the Bar Council of India why law colleges cannot provide reservation for transgender students, citing examples from medical and engineering colleges. The Court urged BCI to consider issuing a directive for transgender seat allocation.

Delhi HC Hears Plea on Same-Sex Partner’s Right to Give Medical Consent: “Effectively Powerless” Under Current Rules

Delhi High Court hears plea highlighting that same-sex partners are “effectively powerless” to make medical decisions for each other. Petitioner argues current rules only allow “husband or wife” to give medical consent, violating constitutional rights.

Kerala High Court Grants Relief to Transgender Parents: “Issue Child’s Birth Certificate Without Mentioning Genders”

The Kerala High Court has granted relief to transgender parents who wanted their gender details removed from their child’s birth certificate. Zahhad and Ziya Paval are Kerala’s first openly transgender couple to become parents together.

Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud: ‘Law Is Not Just About Justice; It’s A Tool For Transformation’

Law is not just about justice; it’s a tool for transformation, says ex-CJI DY Chandrachud. He emphasized that laws evolve with time, and overruling past judgments isn’t merely about fixing errors. Instead, it ensures that the law stays relevant to the society it serves. Legal changes reflect societal progress and adaptability.

“Justice Hima Kohli Fierce Protector of the Rights of Women”: CJI Chandrachud Honors Her Legacy at Retirement Ceremony

On Friday(30th Aug), Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud commended Justice Hima Kohli as a fierce protector of women’s rights during her retirement ceremony. Justice Kohli, retiring on September 1, will leave the Supreme Court with only two women judges remaining.

“Lawyers Were Instrumental, Not Only in Achieving Freedom for India, but Also in Establishing Independent Judiciary”: CJI Chandrachud

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, during the 78th Independence Day celebrations, emphasized the crucial role Indian lawyers played in securing independence and building a strong judiciary. He acknowledged their sacrifices and lasting influence on modern India at the Supreme Court Bar Association event.

Misuse of Counseling on “Same-Sex Relationship Cases”: The Supreme Court Give Directives To High Courts

On March 11th, the Supreme Court of India made a significant decision regarding a same-sex couple from Kerala, emphasizing the importance of respecting individual sexual orientations. The ruling reiterated the decriminalization of homosexuality and discouraged the use of counseling to alter one’s sexual orientation. The Court also dismissed the petition concerning the same-sex relationship case.