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Justice Hrishikesh Roy told me law is an art and asked what novel I'd defend in court
New income tax bill: What should you expect? Following up to the announcement of a comprehensive review of the income-tax law in 2024, as mentioned by the India Finance Minister (FM) Nirmala …
Justice Hrishikesh Roy told me law is an art and asked what novel I'd defend in court
Also read: There’s no perfect judge out there. Not even DY Chandrachud Yet, for all his sharp intellect and formidable legal mind, Justice Roy was unfailingly kind and encouraging, even when there was no reason to be. He was always quick to acknowledge our efforts and celebrate our successes, no matter how small. In fact, our regular write-ups for various news dailies are a testament to his encouragement and support.
We need distinguished jurists as judges
A critical aspect of a judicial system is the effective and timely delivery of justice. This can be achieved in the Indian judicial system only if the significant crisis of backlogs and vacancies is addressed urgently by both the judiciary and the government. Data as of January 1, 2025, show that 371 posts of the 1,122 posts sanctioned across the High Courts of the country remain vacant. The Allahabad High Court functions at only 50% of its total sanctioned strength.
Reimagining access to justice Original
In the heart of India’s legal system, from the Supreme Court in Delhi to modest district courts in rural Bihar, a quiet revolution has been in the making for decades. This revolution is not about abrogating colonial laws, drafting new laws, or ensuring speedier verdicts. Instead, it centres on the question — who foots the bill for justice?
Justice Abhay Oka floated filtering Article 32 cases to tackle backlog. It’s tricky
Article 32 of the Constitution guarantees the right to directly approach the Supreme Court for fundamental rights, but a massive backlog is …
Justice Abhay Oka floated filtering Article 32 cases to tackle backlog. It’s tricky
Clearly, the framers of the Constitution placed Article 32 on a pedestal, and for good reason. The provision ‘guarantees’ the right to move the Supreme Court to enforce the fundamental rights conferred by the Constitution. Without an effective judicial remedy for enforcement, any declaration of rights would have remained hollow and devoid of real meaning. Therefore, Article 32 grants a broader jurisdiction to the Supreme Court of India than similarly-placed courts.
Need kinder laws for street-vendors navigating urban environment
Must sensitise civic & police officials towards street-vendors' rights By Kumar Ritwik The economic liberalisation of the 1990s brought with it malls and shopping arcades. However, the timeless allure of traditional marketplaces, deeply ingrained in the collective consciousness of Indian society, persists.
Need Kinder Laws For Street-Vendors Navigating Urban Environment
By Kumar Ritwik The economic liberalisation of the 1990s brought with it malls and shopping arcades. However, the timeless allure of traditional marketplaces, deeply ingrained in the collective consciousness of Indian society, persists. A significant part of that allure is individuals who earn a living vending goods, spices, vegetables, clothing, toys and more from movable wooden carts or from pavements, commonly known as ‘street-vendors’ or ‘hawkers’ in India.
How the law can be kinder to street vendors – The Leaflet
There is a continuous tussle between vendors’ right to conduct business on roads and commuters’ right to use such roads freely. How does the law ensure a balance of rights? — THE economic liberalisation of the 1990s brought with it malls and shopping arcades. However, the timeless allure of traditional marketplaces, deeply ingrained in the collective consciousness of Indian society, persists.
Does Third-Party Funding Have Potential to Alter Arbitration Landscape of India?
Over the years, due to the backlog of cases, arbitration has become the go-to option for the corporate world. For impactful stories you just can’t miss Late last month, the Delhi High Court delivered a significant judgement with the potential to alter India’s arbitration and/or litigation landscape.
Behind the Mermaid Myth: Dugongs and Their Fight Against Extinction
Endangered Dugongs Under Threat of Poaching As per historical accounts, the dugongs were found in huge numbers along the eastern coast of India until the late eighteenth century. Despite the highest level of protection under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972 being accorded to the dugong, its population has consistently declined over the years.
25% Fee Hike at NLSIU: A Burgeoning Crisis of Exclusion in Legal Education
Higher education in India has remained inadequately funded for a very long time. The last budget allocated only Rs 37,461 crore for the entire higher education sector along with severe fund cuts for technical education institutions as well as the University Grants Commission.
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