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.
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud advocated for making gene therapy affordable and accessible, especially in rural areas. At a conference in Bengaluru, he discussed financial barriers and emphasized indigenous solutions, societal awareness, and industry involvement, including CSR initiatives and tax incentives, to ensure equitable access to essential treatments.
Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud today emphasized the need for legal education and proceedings in regional languages to empower lawyers to advocate effectively in their mother tongues. He also highlighted the integration of technology in the judiciary and called for the recognition of the district judiciary as the backbone of the legal system.
