The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court celebrated its 20th anniversary with Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud addressing the event. He praised the Bench’s contributions, emphasizing the importance of integrity in the legal profession. He also highlighted the issue of minimal wages for junior lawyers, urging fair compensation and abandoning paternalistic attitudes.
The Madras High Court commemorates its Madurai bench’s 20th anniversary today with CJI Chandrachud praising Madurai’s warmth amid a Microsoft outage. Justice R Mahadevan’s recent elevation to the Supreme Court is celebrated, alongside new initiatives such as e-seva kendras to enhance legal services in the southern districts. The event signifies a forward-looking approach to judicial service.
The Madras High Court criticized NTA officials for the delay in the 2019 NEET fraud case report, warning of possible arrest. It emphasized the need for accountability and prompt action. The case involves deceptive methods for medical college admission. The court implied NTA officials’ involvement and set a deadline for report submission to avoid arrest.
The Madras High Court, in a rare Sunday hearing, allowed an undertrial to attend his father’s funeral, emphasizing the importance of religious obligations and human rights. Justice GR Swaminathan cited Section 482 of the CrPC, highlighting the judiciary’s role in upholding moral values. The decision reflects a balance between the law and cultural values.