The Calcutta High Court emphasizes the value of court time and criticizes dishonest litigants for misusing the legal system. Justice Kapur reprimanded a Dubai-based company for filing an application in the wrong jurisdiction, highlighting the need for integrity in legal proceedings. The court rejected the plea and urged advocates to reflect on their actions.
Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal Today (May 8th) officially announced his candidacy for the position of President in the upcoming Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) elections, which are set to take place on May 16, 2024. Kapil Sibal, a prominent figure in India’s legal landscape, has had a significant legal and political career.
The Supreme Court today has affirmed the decision of the Madras High Court, mandating the demolition of a mosque in Chennai, deemed to have been constructed illegally without the necessary building sanctions. The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday has upheld the Madras High Court’s decision, ordering the demolition of an unauthorized mosque in Chennai, […]
Fali Sam Nariman, a distinguished legal expert, passed away at 95, concluding a 70-year career. His legacy includes prestigious awards, influential judgments, and international recognition for his expertise in international arbitration. His passing leaves a void in the Indian legal community and is mourned by colleagues, clients, and admirers alike.
Chief Justice Chandrachud emphasizes courtroom etiquette and professionalism in the Supreme Court, reprimanding lawyers for breaches of conduct. His commitment to upholding dignity and decorum serves as a reminder of the importance of etiquette and adherence to courtroom protocols, maintaining the sanctity of legal proceedings. Despite pushback, his stance remains unwavering.
Under the guidance of Chief Justice Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud, the Supreme Court of India’s Committee for Designation of Senior Advocates (CDSA) conducted a rigorous selection process for senior advocate designations. The committee, including Justices Sanjiv Khanna, Bhushan R. Gavai, Attorney General R. Venkataramani, and Senior Advocate Kiran Suri, meticulously reviewed over 280 applications and interviewed […]
In a significant development in the Indian judiciary, the Centre has approved the appointment of senior advocate U K Nair as a judge of the Gauhati High Court. This decision comes after the High Court had deferred the swearing-in ceremony of another senior advocate, Kaushik Goswami, for the same position. The official gazette notification dated […]
The Supreme Court, with its five-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud and inclusive of Justices Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra, is rigorously examining the legal validity of the electoral bonds scheme. Introduced by the government in January 2018, this scheme was projected as a transparent alternative […]
In a pivotal development that has captured the nation’s attention, the Supreme Court, under the purview of Justices Aniruddha Bose and Bela M Trivedi, has denied interim bail to N Chandrababu Naidu, the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and the leader of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), in relation to the Skill Development Corporation […]