While in 2006, the Bar Council of India had passed a resolution that no advocate would address judges as "My Lords" and "Your Lordships", it failed to be followed in practice. A Supreme Court judge's recent reaction to being called 'My Lord' brought up the matter again.
Read Full ArticleSupreme Court upholds Tamil Nadu's ban on reinforced paper cups for a pollution-free environment. The court also reviews the ban on non-woven bags in light of plastic waste management rules.
Supreme Court of India declines to recognize same-sex marriage but affirms the right to cohabitational unions for queer couples, leaving the issue to Parliament and State legislatures.
Supreme Court dismisses Haryana’s claim of adverse possession, affirming private property rights and ruling that a welfare state must respect citizens’ ownership.
20 November, 2024 05:38 PMSC rules disciplinary proceedings cannot start after employee’s retirement or extended service. SBI directed to release pending dues within six weeks.
20 November, 2024 03:47 PMSupreme Court restores Rs 1.75 lakh monthly maintenance, emphasizing a wife’s right to maintain pre-divorce living standards in landmark judgment.
20 November, 2024 04:35 PMConsensual relationship or breakup can’t be termed criminal: SC quashes 2019 FIR, stating consensual relations don’t warrant prosecution for rape or intimidation.
21 November, 2024 12:25 PMSC revives criminal charges against Kerala MLA Antony Raju for tampering evidence in 1990 drug case; directs trial completion within a year.
20 November, 2024 04:02 PMPatiala House Court orders Bikaner House attachment in a Rs 50L dispute, while Himachal Bhawan faces auction over a Rs 150Cr hydropower recovery case.
21 November, 2024 12:19 PM