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CJI rues lack of basic judicial infra, stresses need of filling vacancies

The CJI was speaking as the chief guest at the National Seminar on Adjudication of IPR Disputes in India which was organised by the Delhi High Court

Explained: How the Union Budget funds India's justice system

Over half of the union budget for the Ministry of Law and Justice is for election-related expenditure.

PIL business stealing attention from other important matters: SC

This PIL business is stealing attention from other important matters, the Supreme Court observed when a matter related to the expansion of Karwar port in Karnataka was mentioned for urgent listing

SC collegium recommends elevation of 6 judicial officers as Delhi HC judges

There are three women judicial officers whose names have been recommended for judgeship of the Delhi High Court which is functioning with 30 judges as against the sanctioned strength of 60 judges

SC won't give yardstick for reservation in promotion to SC/ST in jobs

The top court said it is neither legal nor proper for the Courts to issue directions or advisory sermons to the executive in respect of the sphere

Suspension of 12 Maharashtra MLAs undemocratic, says Supreme Court

Oppn says verdict 'another tight slap' on face of MVA govt

Supreme Court refuses to pass interim direction on FCRA licences

The bech said the petitioners are free to make representation to the concerned authorities which may be considered on its merits in accordance with law

HC can't convert acquittal into conviction under its revision power: SC

The top court was hearing an appeal filed against an order of the Madras High Court

Usage of phone for virtual hearing not barred, clarifies Supreme Court

On January 17, the CJI had expressed unhappiness over disruptions during virtual hearings due to the use of mobiles

HC asks CBI to unearth greater conspiracy into Dhanbad judge's death

There is a greater conspiracy and that should be unearthed, the court said

Amid rising Covid cases, HC, district courts in Delhi to function virtually

The Chief Justice said that the present grim scenario has left us with no other viable option

CLAT 2022 registrations open: Important dates and exam schedule updates

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is one of the most prestigious and esteemed national level entrance exams.This exam is conducted for the aspirants who want to take admission to the undergraduate and postgraduate law programs offered by the 22 National Law Universities in the country.For the coming year, this exam will be conducted on 8th May 2022. It is a one-time opportunity for the students who seek admission in prestigious law schools.There are many updates that students must be well-versed with for the upcoming CLAT Exam 2022.Till now, the application form has not been released for the CLAT 2022. But, there are various updates regarding the registrations for the CLAT exam that students must be aware of.Some of the key updates are discussed below.Important Dates & Exam ScheduleApplication forms for CLAT 2022Exam will be released on January 1, 2022 in the online mode. As earlier, declared by the Consortium, the CLAT 2022 Exam will be conducted on 8th May 2022 for the ...

CJI Ramana says news mixed with views is a 'dangerous cocktail'

The CJI cautioned journalists against the trend of seeping of ideological biases into news stories

Attacks, media trials among new threats to judiciary: CJI N V Ramana

Calling attention to the increasing incidents of attacks on the judiciary, CJI NV Ramana underlined the need for the law enforcement agencies to deal with them effectively

CJI Ramana takes bullock cart ride during a visit to native village

The CJI, who received a grand welcome from the villagers and the district administration, offered prayers at the local temple

No one is above law, not even those in power: Kerala High Court

The court was hearing a matter related to encroachment of public land

Not necessary for court to give elaborate reasons while granting bail: SC

The top court's observations came on appeals against an order of Patna High Court which granted bail to an accused in a murder case

Litigation policy under consideration to reduce court cases: Rijiju in LS

For the purpose of monitoring of litigation of Union of India, Legal Information Management & Briefing System (LIMBS) portal was created, he said

Paramount to expedite UAPA trials before special courts: Delhi HC

The court observed that since the cases under UAPA involved serious offences and foreign nationals, it was not easy for those in custody to secure bail

SC Collegium approves appointment of 3 permanent judges for Bombay HC

The Collegium headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana, in a meeting held on December 14, took the decision