The Madras High Court ruled that a lender who advanced a substantial cash loan cannot be forced to disclose his PAN to the Income Tax Department, but allowed trial court records to be sent to tax authorities for scrutiny of the high-value cash transaction, income tax compliance, PAN disclosure rules, and financial investigation.
Madras High Court said Vijay’s film Jana Nayagan allegedly contains references to foreign forces provoking internal conflict, potentially disturbing communal harmony, requiring verification. Setting aside a single judge order, the court halted CBFC’s direction to grant certification, delaying release.
NEW DELHI: The Bar Council of India (BCI) strongly criticized the growing trend of advocates promoting their services through social media, promotional videos, and influencer endorsements. In a press release issued on March 17, the BCI warned against such practices and emphasized that they violate the ethical standards of the legal profession.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has directed all State Bar Councils to take action against lawyers advertising through online portals, following a judgment by the Madras High Court. BCI specifies strict disciplinary measures and compliance deadlines for online platforms to remove illegal advertisements related to legal services. Failure to comply will result in legal proceedings and penalties.