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Trump orders Attorney Gen to review lawyers, firms' conduct who filed suits against him
Washington DC, March 23: US President Donald Trump on Friday night (local time) ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to review the conduct of lawyers and law firms the administration considers to have filed frivolous lawsuits against the Trump administration or attempted to block immigration initiatives, CNN reported.
Corruption within judiciary serious issue: Kapil Sibal calls for transparency in appointment of judges
New Delhi, March 21: Senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Friday flagged the issue of corruption within the judiciary as "serious", saying that it has continued for years.
Gujarat govt extends deadline for public suggestions on Uniform Civil Code till April 15
Gandhinagar, March 19: Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Committee Chairperson, Justice Ranjana Desai, has urged the residents of Gujarat to submit their suggestions and opinions regarding the proposed UCC in the state.
Gujarat: Oath taking ceremony for newly registered lawyers held in presence of Amit Shah, CM Bhupendra Patel
Gandhinagar, March 10: The oath-taking ceremony for newly registered lawyers was organized by the Bar Council of Gujarat in Ahmedabad in the presence of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, an official release stated.
Attorney General calls for legal reform; empowering women through compassion and inclusion
New Delhi, March 8: Attorney General R Venkataramani on Saturday emphasized the unique challenges women face, shaped by economic barriers and societal expectations.
J-K: Court convicts two for public Nuisance, orders community service as punishment
Kupwara, March 5: In a significant judgment promoting public order and responsible behaviour, the Court of Additional Special Mobile Magistrate Kralpora in Jammu and Kashmir's (J-K) Kupwara district on Wednesday convicted two individuals under Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for causing public nuisance in an inebriated state, the Baramulla police said in a statement.
Gujarat: Uniform Civil Code Committee pays courtesy visit to CM Bhupendra Patel
Gandhinagar, March 5: The Chairman and the members of the committee formed to frame guidelines on the Uniform Civil Code for Gujarat paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday.
Gujarat launches online portal for public suggestions on Uniform Civil Code
Gandhinagar, March 4: A high-level committee meeting on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) was held today in Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of retired Justice Ranjana Desai.
Kerala HC to set up special bench for hearing ragging cases
Kochi, March 4: The Kerala High Court said on Tuesday that it will constitute a special bench to hear ragging cases in the state.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to visit Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday
Thiruvananthapuram, March 1: Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar will be on a one-day visit to Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. During the visit, he will deliver the fourth P Parameswaran Memorial Lecture organised by Bharatheeya Vicharakendram, a release said.
Arbitral process in our country is additional burden to normal hierarchical mechanism of adjudication: VP Dhankar
New Delhi, March 1: Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Saturday that the "arbitral process in our country is just an additional burden to the normal hierarchical mechanism of adjudication."
Article 136 intervention, supposed to be a narrow-slit is hurting arbitral process: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar
New Delhi, March 1: Addressing the Colloquium organised by the India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) at Bharat Mandapam on Saturday, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said that the arbitral process in India is "just an additional burden to the normal hierarchical mechanism of adjudication."
'Lutyens Jamaat, Khan Maket Gang' silent over British-era dance ban: PM Modi attacks Oppn
New Delhi, March 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday took a pointed dig a the 'Lutyens' Jamaat' and 'Khan Market Gang', questioning their silence on certain British-era laws,including one in which police could arrest the groom and others if 10 people danced together at a wedding.
Robust forensic system will instil fear among criminals: President Murmu at NFSU convocation
Gandhinagar, Feb 28: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday emphasised that a robust forensic system will instil fear among the criminals and ensure timely justice for citizens.
BCI praises Government's decision to revise Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025
New Delhi, February 22: The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Saturday expressed its gratitude to the Union Government.
Revised Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to be processed afresh for public consultation: Law Ministry
New Delhi, February 22: The Union Law and Justice Ministry has announced that the Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which was made available for public consultation on February 13, 2025, on the Department of Legal Affairs website, has demonstrated the government's commitment to transparency and broader engagement with stakeholders and the public.
Department of Justice has been politicised like never before: Trump orders removal of Biden Era US attorneys
Washington DC, February 19: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced his decision to terminate all remaining "Biden Era" US attorneys, citing the "politicisation" of the Department of Justice over the past four years.
Jammu and Kashmir's role in implementation of new criminal laws was good: CM Omar Abdullah
New Delhi, February 18: Following the Union Home Minister Amit Shah's review meeting on the implementation of new criminal laws in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that the Union Territory's role in the implementation of these laws was good and wherever there has been a little weakness that would be rectified.
Will make J&K people aware of new criminal laws, says CM Omar Abdullah after HM Shah's review meet
Jammu, Feb 18: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday reviewed the implementation of three new criminal laws in Jammu and Kashmir at a high-level meeting held in Delhi. After attending the meeting, J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that although the implementation of the new criminal laws was not the responsibility of the elected government in the union territory, his government would make people aware of the new laws.
Centre proposes amendments to Advocates Act to strengthen legal framework
New Delhi, February 13: To enhance the legal framework in India, the Government of India has proposed amendments to the Advocates Act, 1961.
Special committee formed to study UCC implementation in Gujarat
Gandhinagar, Feb 4: The Gujarat government has constituted a special committee under the chairmanship of a former judge to analyse and assess the impact of UCC, official sources said.
Rajasthan HC urges govt to enact laws on live-in relationships
Jaipur, Jan 29: The Rajasthan High Court has directed the Central and state governments to formulate laws governing live-in relationships, emphasising the need for legal clarity on the matter.
Waqf Amendment Bill: Muslim women to be included as board members
New Delhi, Jan 28: The Muslim women have been empowered further by the Central government as they have been also included as members of the Waqf boards.
Historic moment for Uttarakhand, nation: CM Dhami declares official implementation of Uniform Civil Code
Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced the official implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, marking what he described as a historic moment for Uttarakhand and the nation.
UCC Diwas will be observed annually on January 27: Uttarakhand CM Dhami
Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced that the state has officially implemented the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and that a dedicated portal for registration has been introduced. In a significant move, CM Dhami declared that January 27 will now be observed annually as UCC Diwas.
'Took 75 years, but UCC will be implemented in BJP-Ruled states': BJP leader Ajay Alok
New Delhi, January 27: BJP leader Ajay Alok on Monday, said that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has been part of the Constitution since its adoption, but it took 75 years to begin its implementation.
I express gratitude to people of Uttarakhand and thank PM Modi: CM Dhami on UCC implementation
Dehradun, January 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minsiter Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday expressed gratitude to the residents of the state and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.
UCC is not against anyone, provide uniform rights to all citizens: Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Anand Dubey
Mumbai, January 27: Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Anand Dubey on Monday expressed his party's support for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), calling it a "good thing" that provides uniform rights to all citizens.
Uttarakhand to create history by implementing UCC today
New Delhi, Jan 27: Uttarakhand is set to create history on Monday as it becomes the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
UCC to be implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, a day prior to PM Modi's arrival in Dehradun: CM's secretary
Dehradun, January 25: Uttarakhand Chief Minister's secretary Shailesh Bagoli said that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Dehradun.
Uttarakhand govt notifies Uniform Civil Code, sets rules for marriage registration
Dehradun, January 23: Uttarakhand on Wednesday notified the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) which contains clarity of legal provisions for marital conditions and protection of individual rights and social harmony, an official statement read.
Haryana to implement new criminal laws by Feb 28: Chief Minister Nayab Saini
Panchkula, January 10: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday said that the three new criminal laws will be implemented in the state by February 28.