Today, On 6th September, BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra urged the Delhi Bar Association to end its indefinite strike, stressing that repeated abstentions are causing grave hardship to litigants, under-trial prisoners, victims of crime, and advocates eager to perform professional duties.
The BJP-led Delhi government has petitioned the Supreme Court to withdraw seven cases initiated by the prior AAP regime, which contested the Lieutenant Governor’s authority over initiatives like Yamuna cleaning and solid waste management. The court has scheduled the matter for a hearing on Friday, acknowledging the government’s application.
The Delhi High Court permitted the BJP-led government to withdraw its petition opposing the Lieutenant Governor’s decision to let the Delhi Police appoint Special Public Prosecutors for the 2020 northeast Delhi riots and 2021 Republic Day violence. The case, initiated by the previous AAP government, raised concerns over fair trial implications.
NEW DELHI: Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) minister Kailash Gahlot withdrew his petition from the Delhi High Court on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. The petition challenged the rule that requires state government ministers, including the Chief Minister, to get political clearance from the Central Government before traveling abroad.
The Delhi High Court raised concerns about non-lawyers representing people in consumer cases. It stressed that only qualified legal professionals should handle such cases to maintain the fairness of the judicial process. The court’s view is to ensure consumer matters are dealt with by trained experts. This highlights the importance of following proper legal standards in representation.
The Delhi High Court on Thursday(27th Nov) has directed the AAP government to respond to a petition from seven BJP MPs seeking the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana in Delhi. The court emphasized the importance of setting aside political differences for the welfare of residents facing high healthcare costs. Further hearings are set for December 11.
Today, On 14th October, the Supreme Court refused to hear a petition contesting the Lieutenant Governor’s authority to nominate five MLAs to the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, directing the petitioner to approach the High Court first. Concerns were raised about undermining the electoral mandate, but the legal challenge can continue at the High Court level.
Omar Abdullah expressed concerns over the Centre’s plans to nominate five BJP members to Jammu and Kashmir’s Legislative Assembly, warning of potential legal challenges and heightened political tensions. He emphasized the importance of consultation and cooperation between local leadership and the Centre to avoid unnecessary conflict and maintain stability in the region.