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The Allahabad High Court criticized the expectation that judges handle excessive caseloads, stating that such pressures can undermine the judicial process.
The Supreme Court has clarified that limitation cannot be treated as a preliminary issue under Section 9A of the CPC as it doesn’t affect the court’s jurisdiction to entertain a suit.
The Supreme Court has clarified that limitation should not be treated as a preliminary jurisdictional issue under Section 9A of the CPC, emphasizing its applicability to defects affecting a court's competence to entertain a suit.
The Orissa High Court has ruled that the dismissal of a Section 34 petition based on maintainability grounds is effectively a refusal to set aside an arbitral award. The court has restored the petition for a substantive hearing.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that its writ jurisdiction cannot address private disputes, such as conflicts over parking spaces. This decision reinforces the boundaries of judicial intervention in private matters.
The West Bengal government has appointed Senior Advocates Rajdeep Mazumder, Nilanjan Bhattacharyya, and Dibyendra Narayan Ray to key law positions amid political changes. This move highlights the evolving legal landscape in the state following a change in governance.
The Supreme Court mandated that lawyers must cite judgments that support both sides of their case, warning against inconsistent judicial opinions. This directive aims to enhance legal clarity and ensure fair representation.
In a key decision, the Calcutta High Court has upheld the transfer of a suit for the recovery of municipal taxes to the commercial division, reinforcing its alignment with statutory provisions.
The Allahabad High Court has mandated the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh to issue permanent enrolment numbers to advocates who pass the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) within four weeks of result admission. The court also directed police verification for these law graduates to expedite their enrolment.
The CBDT has exempted the District Legal Services Authority from income tax for FY 2026-27 on several income sources, promoting non-commercial legal services. This exemption is conditional on compliance with applicable regulations.
As India revisits its library and archival exceptions, Maneesha Gupta discusses the urgent need for updates to facilitate digital preservation. The examination highlights both challenges and opportunities for researchers.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that advocates should only be summoned in rare and exceptional circumstances after a writ petition was withdrawn. This ruling sets a significant precedent regarding the summons of legal representatives in judicial proceedings.
The Delhi High Court reaffirmed that advocates should only be summoned in exceptional circumstances, highlighting the importance of respecting legal practitioners' time and professional space.