The BCI issued a circular on May 20, urging all Centers for Legal Education (CLEs) to promptly adopt a series of reforms. The circular references Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks on legal... Read more »
The Supreme Court declined an interim order on Friday regarding a plea by NGO Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The plea sought directions to the Election Commission of India (ECI) to reveal... Read more »
In the ever-evolving landscape of the twenty-first century, few issues rival the gravity of the death penalty debate. Within the framework of India’s criminal justice system, capital punishment holds a significant place.... Read more »
Fundamental rights serve as the bedrock of a democratic society, safeguarding the liberties and freedoms of its citizens against state intrusion. Enshrined in the Indian Constitution, these rights ensure the all-around development... Read more »
The recent ruling by the Delhi High Court challenges the notion that Section 29 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) binds courts to unquestionably accept the prosecution’s... Read more »
The adage “justice delayed is justice denied” highlights a critical flaw in the criminal justice system: the prolonged detention of undertrial prisoners. These individuals, awaiting trial, are confined in judicial custody, often... Read more »
The Delhi High Court on Monday discharged lawyer Ranjeet Singh Malhotra from a criminal contempt case but requested the Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) to evaluate his fitness to continue in the... Read more »
The Manipur High Court recently disclosed its use of ChatGPT for research in a service matter involving the disengagement of a Village Defence Force (VDF) personnel in the case of Md Zakir... Read more »
The District and Sessions Judge of Surat Court has imposed a complete ban on mobile phone use by court staff during working hours. According to a circular issued on May 15, employees... Read more »
Registry Officials Alerted In a recent ruling, the Kerala High Court issued a stern warning to its registry officials, stating that disciplinary action could be taken against them if cases are not... Read more »