Today, On 1st March, Manan Kumar Mishra has been re-elected as the Chairman of the Bar Council of India (BCI) for the seventh consecutive term. A Rajya Sabha member from Bihar, he is affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). His continued leadership reflects his strong influence in the legal fraternity. Mishra has played a key role in shaping legal policies and regulations in India.
Today, 22nd April, The Supreme Court set a maximum advocate enrollment fee at Rs. 600 to standardize the process and promote fairness. This decision addresses financial challenges faced by marginalized communities and aims to ensure accessibility and transparency. The move sparked a wider discussion about the barriers to legal practice and could influence future legal education and practice.