On December 16, 2024, LawChakra hosted a discussion led by Senior Advocate Mahalakshmi Pavani on women’s safety in India, marking 12 years since the Nirbhaya case. Pavani highlighted a petition for pan-India safety guidelines, emphasized the need for effective law implementation, and discussed issues like pornography misuse and gender-neutral laws.
The Supreme Court on Monday (Dec 16) expressed strong disapproval over the conduct of a senior lawyer who failed to give information to his client about the filing of a case, despite taking fees from the client. The Court was informed that Senior Advocate Rishi Malhotra was the lawyer involved in the case, and that he had failed to inform the litigant about whether his case had been filed before the Delhi High Court or not.
Delhi High Court’s Chief Justice Manmohan sworn in Today (Dec 5) as a judge of the Supreme Court of India under the cloud of controversial senior advocate designations. The Supreme Court Collegium, which comprises Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna and Justices B.R. Gavai, Surya Kant, Hrishkesh Roy and Abay S. Oka, had made a recommendation to elevate Justice Manmohan to the Supreme Court on November 28, 2024.
Justice K.V. Viswanathan, born on May 26, 1966, in Kerala, became a Supreme Court judge on May 19, 2023. He has a notable legal career, becoming a Senior Advocate in 2009 and representing key cases, including marriage equality and privacy rights. He is anticipated to ascend as India’s 58th Chief Justice in 2030.
Justice P.K. Mishra, born on August 29, 1964, in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, has had a distinguished legal career, beginning practice in 1984. He became Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court in October 2021 and was elevated to the Supreme Court on May 19, 2023, to address under-representation from Chhattisgarh.
Justice Sanjay Karol was born on August 23, 1961, in Shimla and assumed office in the Supreme Court of India on February 6, 2023, retiring on August 22, 2026. He has authored 61 judgements and has held significant positions, including Chief Justice of Tripura and Patna High Courts. A Senior Advocate since 1999, he played crucial roles in reducing case pendency and served as Chancellor of law universities.
Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia, born on August 10, 1960, has had a distinguished legal career spanning over three decades. He was appointed to the Supreme Court of India on May 9, 2022, after serving as Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court and has authored 81 judgments, contributing to legal excellence and public service. He will retire on August 9, 2025.
Today, On 27th November, Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi addressed allegations against the Adani Group, including Gautam Adani, regarding a supposed Rs. 265 million bribery scheme for solar contracts. Rohatgi refuted the charges, emphasizing a lack of specific evidence in the indictment and asserting that none of the Adani executives were directly implicated. The group continues to deny the allegations.
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LawChakra is hosting a free webinar, “How to Kickstart Your Career as Lawyer,” on 16th November from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM IST with Senior Advocate Narender Hooda as the guest speaker. Known for his experience in the Supreme Court of India, including his work on the NEET 24 Case, Hooda will provide valuable insights into the legal profession, essential skills, and courtroom strategies. This event is ideal for aspiring lawyers looking to gain practical knowledge from a seasoned professional. Register now via QR code or Law Chakra’s social media channels to secure your spot.
