Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali Nariman’s passing was mourned by Law Chakra and Team, with condolences from the legal fraternity. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud remembered Nariman as a compassionate mentor, while Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal also paid tribute to his towering intellect and exceptional nature.
CJI DY Chandrachud highlighted the imperative role of law officers in upholding judicial sanctity and ethical conduct at the Commonwealth Attorney and Solicitors Generals Conference. He emphasized the need for inclusivity in legal education and technology’s potential in enhancing transparency. His vision promotes fairness, integrity, and inclusivity in the legal profession and judiciary.
The Centre emphasized to the Supreme Court the need for national reflection in institutions of national significance like Aligarh Muslim University. Solicitor General highlighted the absence of reservation and the institution’s importance. The case revolves around AMU’s minority status, with ongoing deliberation by a seven-judge constitution bench. The hearing continues on Wednesday.
In a recent hearing of the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) case, the Solicitor General of India voiced opposition to a 1981 parliamentary amendment granting minority status to AMU. This led to astonishment from the Chief Justice and a broader discussion on the role of law officers in supporting parliamentary amendments, raising complex constitutional law questions in India.
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has recently addressed the contentious issue of one three-judge bench scrutinizing the verdict of another bench of the same strength. This move, which has been met with objections from the Centre, follows a precedent set by the Court’s earlier interpretation of land acquisition law. Also read- […]
In a recent development, the Supreme Court has expressed its displeasure over the delay in adjudication of disqualification petitions against Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his supporting MLAs. The apex court has warned Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar about the prolonged timeline he has set for hearing these petitions. The petitions, filed by the […]
In a recent directive, the Supreme Court has instructed the Bar Associations in Manipur to ensure that no lawyer, irrespective of their community, is prevented from appearing before the courts. This directive was issued by a bench consisting of CJI DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra. The bench emphasized that this direction […]
Supreme Court Emphasizes Strengthening TV Channels’ Self-Regulation Amidst Media Body Rivalries The Supreme Court, on Monday, September 18, emphasized its focus on strengthening the self-regulatory mechanism for TV channels, stating it does not wish to be entangled in the rivalry between competing news media organizations. The Court’s remarks came in response to the News Broadcasters […]
Mohammad Akbar Lone Affirms Oath to Uphold Indian Constitution Amid Article 370 Controversy In a recent development, Mohammad Akbar Lone, the National Conference leader and Member of Parliament, has submitted an affidavit in the Supreme Court. This move comes as a response to the apex court’s direction, following concerns raised by a Kashmiri Pandits’ organization, […]
Supreme Court Directs MP Mohammad Akbar Lone to Affirm J&K’s Integral Status to India Amid Controversial Allegations In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India, on Monday, directed National Conference leader and Member of Parliament, Mohammad Akbar Lone, to submit an affidavit. The directive requires Lone, who is the primary petitioner in a series […]