Advocate Rakesh Kishore said, “BCI Suspension ‘Despotic Decree, I Was Not Heard,” after a shocking shoe attack attempt in the Supreme Court, highlighting rising tensions between lawyers and the judiciary.
NEW DELHI: The Bar Council of India (BCI) strongly criticized the growing trend of advocates promoting their services through social media, promotional videos, and influencer endorsements. In a press release issued on March 17, the BCI warned against such practices and emphasized that they violate the ethical standards of the legal profession.
Kannada superstar Darshan Thoogudeepa, the main accused in the Renukaswamy murder case, has approached the Karnataka High Court after the police temporarily suspended his arms license. The suspension came soon after he was granted bail, citing possible misuse of the firearm. Darshan argues that his celebrity status puts him at risk, and his arms license is crucial for his and his family’s safety. He has now requested the court to revoke the suspension order, but the case is yet to be heard.
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The Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of a Gujarat law regulating property transfers in disturbed areas, dismissing a petition against a Gujarat High Court ruling. Justices stated that laws carry a presumption of constitutionality and interim orders shouldn’t suspend legal provisions. The court advised petitioners to seek an early hearing in the high court.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court, presided by Justice Venkata Jyothirmai Pratapa, quashed a disciplinary penalty on police constable G. Srikanth, citing lack of legally admissible evidence and procedural flaws in the inquiry process. The court emphasized that significant penalties require substantial proof and adherence to natural justice principles.