Supreme Court extended the Uttar Pradesh Bar Council election deadline to February 2, 2026, after disruptions in Lucknow halted polling. Elections continue in phases under a High-Powered Committee, following the apex court’s mandate for State Bar Council polls nationwide.
The Supreme Court has directed all High Court Chief Justices to review long-pending cases under laws like UAPA and ensure speedy trials. The court said the State must support accused facing “reverse burden” laws and prevent unnecessary delays.
Rajasthan became the first state to implement the Supreme Court’s order on stray dogs by enforcing the ABC Rules 2023. Municipal bodies must set up feeding points in every ward, ensuring food, water, and welfare with NGO collaboration.
Bihar Voter List Revision is progressing smoothly as the Election Commission of India reports, “Documents of Over 99% Electors Received.” The September 1 deadline marks the final submission for those who filled enumeration forms during the SIR process.
After a Supreme Court order, six Jammu and Kashmir policemen were arrested for brutally torturing a fellow policeman. The apex court described it as the “most barbaric instance of police atrocity,” sparking shock and raising serious questions of accountability.
The Centre has warned the Supreme Court that fixing a timeline for Governors may create “constitutional chaos,” stressing that even under Article 142, the Court cannot amend or override the original intent of the Constitution makers.
The Supreme Court has directed Jharkhand High Court judges to take sanctioned leave of 10-12 weeks to write long-pending judgments. This move aims to clear backlogs and deliver timely justice to litigants waiting for verdicts.
Today, On 6th August, The Supreme Court has directed all states and Union Territories to clear long-pending dues to power distribution companies within four years, warning that a “disproportionate increase in regulatory assets burdens consumers” and may lead to higher electricity bills.
The Bar Council of India has issued a warning against unapproved online and hybrid LL.M. programmes, labeling them as misleading and harmful to legal education standards. Institutions must seek BCI approval for such courses, as unauthorized programmes threaten educational quality and integrity. Legal actions will be pursued against violators to protect students.
Today, On 25th April, The Allahabad High Court has admitted a review petition filed against Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister in the alleged ‘fake degree’ case. As per reports, the matter is scheduled for hearing on May 6, drawing attention to the Deputy CM’s educational qualifications.
