HIGH COURT BAR ASSOCIATION
Delhi High Court calls for regulation of trademark agents
Delhi High Court has directed the Controller General of Patents to create a code of conduct for trademark and patent agents due to misleading advertisements. The court emphasized the need to regulate agents and address complaints effectively.
Telangana phone-tapping case: HC judge, family were under surveillance during BRS regime: Police
Hyderabad Police reveal details of illegal phone tapping during previous regime, involving political leaders and a High Court Judge. Accused officers arrested for erasing evidence and conducting unauthorized surveillance. Investigation ongoing with plans for supplementary charge sheets.
Plea in Delhi HC challenges election of Chirag Paswan as Lok Sabha MP
The Delhi High Court advised that the challenge to Chirag Paswan's election from Hajipur should be made in the Patna High Court, as it lacks jurisdiction. The petitioner alleges sexual assault by Paswan and claims he did not disclose this information during his Lok Sabha nomination. The court set the hearing for August 28.
After hijab ban, Mumbai college bars students from wearing T-shirts, torn jeans
The directive came after the Bombay High Court on June 26 refused to interfere in a decision taken by the college to impose a ban on hijab, burka and naqab on its premises, observing that such rules do not violate students' fundamental rights.
Madras HC delivers shot in the arm for online pharmacies
In a shot in the arm for epharmacies, the Madras High Court overturned a previous ruling by a single-judge bench restricting online platforms like Tata 1mg, PharmEasy, Netmeds, and Practo from engaging in the digital trade of medicines.
Former J&K High Court Bar Association Srinagar president Mian Qayoom detained for questioning, elections put on hold
The officials informed that Qayoom was summoned for questioning by the State Investigation Agency officials and later detained for sustained interrogation in connection with the murder. The officials claim that they have collected "substantial evidence against Qayoom, who has emerged as a primary suspect in the case." However, the SIA or J&K police are yet to issue a formal statement confirming his detention or arrest.
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Supreme Court says Delhi High court stay on Arvind Kejriwal's bail unusual
The Supreme Court commented on the Delhi High Court's 'unusual' interim stay in Arvind Kejriwal's money laundering case, awaiting the HC's verdict on the ED's plea regarding the AAP chief's release.
Independent candidate moves HC against Shiv Sena candidate Waikar's LS win; alleges fraud
"Due to this incident, some serious concerns have been further raised about the transparency in the electoral process," Shah's plea said. It alleged certain close associates of Waikar, including his daughter, were present in the control room of the polling centre and were using their mobile phones, which is not permitted. The petition, which also sought for HC to call for the CCTV footage of the polling centre, will come up for hearing in due course of time.
Madras HC tells lawyers to pay stipend of Rs 20,000 to junior advocates
The Madras High Court has directed the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry to issue guidelines for advocates to pay a minimum stipend of Rs 20,000 per month to junior advocates in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Madurai. It also ordered a minimum of Rs 15,000 stipend for other areas. The court also addressed the enforcement of the Advocates Welfare Fund Scheme, with a petitioner seeking compensation and the state government's response required by June 22, 2024.
Sexual assault case: Court adjourns HD Revanna's plea, next hearing on Friday
Karnataka High Court adjourned JDS MLA HD Revanna's plea on quashing the FIR filed against him for alleged abduction of a sexual assault survivor from Mysuru district.
SC bars YSRCP MLA accused of smashing EVM from entering counting station on June 4
On Monday, the Supreme Court prohibited YSR Congress Party MLA Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy, who is accused of vandalizing an EVM at a polling station, from accessing the vote counting venue of the Macherla assembly constituency on June 4.
Supreme Court reconstitutes committee on gender sensitisation
The Supreme Court has reconstituted its Gender Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee, chaired by top court judge Hima Kohli, with members including Justice B V Nagarathna, Sukhda Pritam, Meenakshi Arora, and others.
SC refuses to entertain BJP plea challenging Calcutta HC order barring derogatory ads against TMC
The Supreme Court rejected a plea filed by the BJP challenging a Calcutta High Court order that upheld a single-judge verdict prohibiting the party from issuing advertisements allegedly violating the model code during the Lok Sabha polls. A vacation bench declined to interfere with the high court ruling, stating that the advertisement appeared disparaging. Senior advocate P S Patwalia, representing the BJP, sought to withdraw the plea after the bench showed reluctance to hear the case, and it was dismissed accordingly.
New criminal laws will tackle crime in effective manner: Former SC judge Navin Sinha
Former Supreme Court judge Navin Sinha praised newly passed criminal laws, stressing effective training for judges and police. BJP's Kailash Vijayvargiya hailed Modi government's abolition of "black laws" and implementation of new ones for swift justice. National Green Tribunal judge Sudhir Agarwal endorsed the laws for expediting justice. The laws will be effective from July 1.
From political chemistry to courtroom battle: Here are election season's intriguing developments
Maximum concentration of Delhi Congress functionaries and foot soldiers can be spotted in Chandni Chowk, where party veteran JP Agarwal is fighting. Tremors of ever-increasing poll heat were felt in the Supreme Court on Tuesday noon. Vociferously arguing in favour of his client, the newly elected SC Bar Association president Kapil Sibal claimed that Hemant Soren has no connection with a disputed land (for which he has been arrested).
HC bars BJP from running ads against TMC, slams ECI
A single bench of Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharyya restrained the BJP from publishing any kind of advertisements that breached the model code of conduct till June 4 or until further notice. "This court is surprised that no resolution worth the name has been arrived at regarding the said complaints to date, more so, since most of the phases of the electoral process are already over and only two phases are left and the entire election process shall be concluded by June 4," Justice Bhattacharya said in his order on a petition of the Trinamool Congress.
SC seeks Centre's stand on plea against marital rape exception in new criminal law
The Supreme Court has sought the Centre's response on a petition challenging the marital rape exception under new criminal laws. A bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud issued notice on the petition by the All India Democratic Women's Association (AIDWA) and said it would be listed for hearing in July alongside other petitions seeking to criminalize marital rape. The court emphasized the constitutional significance of the issue, noting that it will remain relevant despite the implementation of the new laws.
Maharashtra government asked to handover land for Bombay High Court building by September
The Supreme Court ordered Maharashtra to hand over 9.64 acres by September 2024 for the new Bombay High Court building, stressing timely delivery of smaller portions as per an integrated development plan.
Kapil Sibal elected as Supreme Court Bar Association president
Kapil Sibal emerged victorious in the SCBA presidential elections, securing over 1,000 votes, while his contender Pradeep Kumar Rai received over 650 votes. Other candidates in the race included Adish C Aggarwala, Priya Hingorani, Tripurari Ray, and Neeraj Srivastava.
With Rs 313.53 cr assets, BJP's Dilip Ray richest candidate in phase 2 Odisha assembly polls
BJP candidate and former union minister Dilip Ray, who declared possessing assets valued at Rs 313.53 crore, has emerged as the richest MLA in the fray for the second phase of assembly elections in Odisha. According to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and Odisha Election Watch, 95 of the total 265 candidates in 35 assembly segments going to pools on May 20 are crorepatis.
Advocates cannot be held liable under Consumer Protection Act: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ruled that advocates cannot be held liable for deficient services under the Consumer Protection Act 1986. It stated that the legal profession is unique and specialized, with advocates required to respect client autonomy and not make concessions without instructions, thus excluding them from the Act's definition of services. This came in a response to a plea challenging a 2007 National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) verdict.
Karnataka HC strikes down extension of PF benefits to international workers
Karnataka High Court rules EPF and EPS benefits for foreign workers in India unconstitutional under Article 14, making all related orders unenforceable. The Court made a decision regarding a group of appeals (Stone Hill Education Foundation vs The Union of India) that contested the validity of para 83 of the EPF Scheme and para 43A of the EP Scheme, which were applied to foreign workers in 2008.
Kapil Sibal to contest polls for SC Bar Association president's post
Kapil Sibal, a Harvard Law School graduate and former additional solicitor general of India, is running for the position of Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) president in the upcoming elections on May 16. With three prior terms as SCBA president between 1995 and 2002, Sibal brings experience to the table. The SCBA elections are set for May 16, with the results announced on May 19. Current SCBA president Adish Aggarwala holds office until the new president is elected.
SC asks Maharashtra govt to 'forthwith' conduct safety audit of Bombay High Court building
The Supreme Court directed Maharashtra to audit the Bombay High Court building and expedite drawings for a new high court in Mumbai. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud stressed the need for prompt government action and highlighted the issue of staff relocation.
Delhi Court stays ICAI move to bar EY affiliate firms, partners
Delhi High Court issued stay order against ICAI regarding actions on EY affiliate firms. Partners barred, fines imposed, partnerships terminated, retired partners affected. Investigation into Big Four ongoing, violation of Chartered Accountants Act cited, email IDs linkage issue addressed.
HC refuses to entertain plea to form panel to check feasibility of 4-year law course instead of 5-yr
Delhi High Court rejects plea for a legal education commission to consider a four-year law course, stating it's beyond their role. Petitioner criticized for lack of knowledge about law education and the importance of non-law subjects.
No bar on political parties from contesting municipal polls, allocation of symbols not arbitrary: HC
The Delhi High Court has ruled that political parties recognized by the State Election Commission (SEC) can contest municipal polls, and the allocation of poll symbols by the SEC is reasonable. The court dismissed a petition seeking to stop using reserved symbols for political parties in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections. It stated that there is no constitutional bar on political parties contesting municipal elections and that using symbols helps illiterate voters choose candidates. The SEC's 2022 symbol order, granting recognition to national and state parties, was deemed valid by the court.
Lawyers commenting on pending cases, judgements is very disturbing trend: CJI Chandrachud
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud has criticized the recent trend of lawyers commenting on pending cases or judgments. He emphasized that lawyers are officers of the court and should not be influenced by political ideologies. Chandrachud emphasized the importance of the bar as an institution to preserve judicial independence, constitutional values, and the dignity of the court.
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