A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Court’s designation of 70 lawyers as Senior Advocates. Following the designation process, a committee member resigned, alleging the final list was altered without his approval. The Supreme Court’s response will address concerns about the transparency of the designation process.
Controversy has arisen over the Delhi High Court’s Senior Advocate designation process following the resignation of Sudhir Nandrajog from the Permanent Committee. He did not approve the final list of 70 designated lawyers, raising concerns about procedural transparency. Nandrajog cited non-compliance with rules but had been involved in prior discussions.
Lenders have accused Byju’s former management of attempting to dilute Think and Learn’s stake in Aakash, stressing its crucial role for the company’s value. The National Company Law Tribunal is involved, with several legal representatives addressing ongoing insolvency claims and management control over Aakash, amid ongoing disputes and pending applications.
Several counsels gathered to present their matters before Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud. Senior Advocate Dwivedi expressed, “Mylords nobody wants your tenure to end, we all want you to hear our matters!” The week beginning Today (November 4) will be Dr. DY Chandrachud’s final week serving as the Chief Justice of India, as he is set to retire next Sunday.
The Telangana High Court directed the State Legislative Assembly to address disqualification petitions against defected MLAs within four weeks. The Court stated that if no action is taken, the matter will be reopened and appropriate orders passed. The bench questioned the tolerance of the Speaker’s inaction and emphasized the need for timely resolution.
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The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) on Monday (Sept 9) approved the appointment of six Senior Advocates to the position of Additional Solicitor General (ASG). These appointments are effective immediately upon taking charge and will last for a tenure of three years or until further notice, whichever comes first.
[EXCLUSIVE] Government of India Appoints 6 Senior Advocates as Additional Solicitor Generals in Supreme Court
Senior Advocates Tushar Mehta and SCBA President Kapil Sibal met with Chief Justice DY Chandrachud to revisit the process governing the senior designation. They discussed concerns about the current criteria and proposed a revised approach involving judges observing identified lawyers for a year before a secret ballot. The meeting aimed for a comprehensive review, not the specific designation of individuals.
Today(on 14th August), the Supreme Court of India elevated 39 lawyers to Senior Advocate status, including 10 women, showing a commitment to diversity and legal excellence. The decision reflects the court’s dedication to recognizing legal expertise and promoting gender inclusivity. The selection process was competitive, with 68 Advocates-on-Record and regular advocates honored with the prestigious senior gown.