Senior advocate A.M. Singhvi said a lawyer’s vigilance is society’s early warning system against the slow erosion of democratic values. He added that the sudden proposal may reflect an agenda to weaken or intimidate the judiciary, which only judges can address.
Today, on 26th February, the Supreme Court imposed a blanket ban on the NCERT textbook on judicial corruption, issued notice to the NCERT Director, stated “It is a calculated move… This is a deep rooted conspiracy!” and sought details of the National Syllabi Board members.
Today, On 25th February, The Supreme Court sharply criticised the new Class 8 NCERT Social Science textbook for sections alleging “corruption in the judiciary,” with CJI Surya Kant taking suo motu note. He said, “I will not allow anyone to defame the institution. Law will take its course.”
Today, On 20th February, The Supreme Court criticised Andhra Police for mishandling the murder case involving YSRCP MLC Udaya Bhaskar, stating it was “a clear case of the nexus of Police and power,” and noting investigators hobnobbed with accused to facilitate bail.
Today, On 6th February, Supreme Court refuses to entertain plea by Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party alleging pre-poll cash inducements in the Bihar elections. The Bench remarked, “Once People Reject You, You Use The Judicial Forum To Get Relief.”
Today, On 5th February, Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party has approached the Supreme Court challenging the validity of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, alleging large-scale irregularities and seeking a direction for fresh polls to ensure a transparent, lawful and fair electoral process for the state.
In a rare and significant order, the Delhi High Court protected senior advocate Vikas Pahwa’s personality and publicity rights after his identity was misused for financial fraud. The ruling recognises that a lawyer’s reputation is built on “integrity, courtroom conduct, and trust”, not commercial endorsements.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that full and honest disclosure in government job applications is a basic requirement rooted in fairness, integrity and public trust. The Court held that hiding pending criminal cases cannot be excused later, even if the candidate is eventually acquitted.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that full and truthful disclosure in government job applications is a basic requirement based on fairness, integrity and public trust. The Court held that hiding criminal cases undermines the recruitment process and sympathy cannot override the law.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged young lawyers to see law not as a quick route to success but as a disciplined craft requiring patience and integrity, saying it will test them before offering any meaningful reward.
