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Urgent need to examine adjournment of court cases: President Ram Nath Kovind

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Addressing the National Law Day conference, President Ram Nath Kovind says the well-off use judicial process to delay cases they do not want resolved

Should repeated adjournments of court cases, a practice that is largely responsible for denial of speedy justice and the long pendency of disputes in various courts, be re-examined and restricted only to cases of emergency? This seemed to be the moot point raised by President Ram Nath Kovind, on Saturday, as he inaugurated a two-day conference to mark the occasion of the National Law Day.

Emphasising on the need to ensure speedy justice with a greater efficiency, President Kovind said that although there is pride to be taken in India’s judiciary and its independence, “it is a paradox that the poor often shy away from a legal battle, worried about the duration and the cost” while “the well-off sometimes use the judicial process and its intricacies to delay resolution to issues they simply do not want resolved.”

Asserting that this paradox needs to be addressed, President Kovind called for a need to “examine the issue of adjournments and whether they are to be limited just to absolute emergencies – or continue to be allowed to be used for tactical delays by one party or the other.”

Addressing a gathering of lawmakers, members of the judiciary and eminent jurists, with Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra and Union minister of state for law and justice, PP Chaudhary, in attendance, President Kovind said that the justice delivery process must be expedited using “instant communication and technology”.

The kovind also insisted that the alternate dispute resolution mechanisms available under the Indian judicial system “have to be looked at very seriously, including in their ability to prevent matters from coming into the courtroom at all.”

The challenges faced by the common man, the poor, in their quest for seeking justice, were also issues red-flagged by the President in his inaugural address.

Speaking about the access to justice for the common person, President Kovind said: “India has acquired a reputation for an expensive legal system. In part this is because of delays, but there is also the question of affordability of fees. Access to justice is not through lawyers alone. It is possible to envision the disposal of civil applications in the absence of advocates.”

Calling for the institutionalization of the lesser employed practice of lawyers extending free legal aid to the needy who can’t afford the high fee demanded by reputed advocates but need justice nevertheless, the President said: “The idea that a relatively poor person cannot reach the doors of justice for a fair hearing only because of financial or similar constraints violates our constitutional values and our republican ethic. It is a burden on our collective conscience.”

The President Ram Nath Kovind also spoke about the need to repeal outdated laws and said that the Centre has “identified around 1,800 laws that require to be removed from the statute books.” In the past three years, Parliament has repealed about 1,200 obsolete and unnecessary laws, he said, adding that this system of doing away with outdated laws “will decongest the statute books and promote ease of governance.”

Highlighting the need for the legal system and judiciary to stay current with Internet law and cyberspace regulation as we enter, what he called the Fourth Industrial Revolution, President Kovind said constant innovations in the field of technology will “call for greater specialisation and mid-career updating of skills” in the legal fraternity.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Nagpur violence: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis vows to recover damage cost from rioters, warns of bulldozer action

He also dismissed any political angle or foreign involvement in the violence, stating, “No foreign hand or Bangladeshi link has surfaced. There is no political angle to the violence.”

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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday announced that the cost of public property damaged during the recent violence in Nagpur will be recovered from the rioters. He warned that if the perpetrators fail to pay, their assets will be seized, and bulldozers will be used wherever necessary.

“Whatever damage has occurred will be recovered from the rioters. If they do not pay, their property will be sold to cover the costs. Wherever required, bulldozers will also be used,” Fadnavis stated.

The violence erupted in central Nagpur on March 17 following rumours that a “chadar” (cloth) with holy inscriptions was burnt during protests organized by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP). The protests were demanding the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s tomb in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The clashes resulted in injuries to several police personnel, including three deputy commissioners of police (DCPs), and extensive damage to vehicles and homes. A 40-year-old man succumbed to injuries while undergoing treatment on Saturday.

Fadnavis revealed that 104 individuals have been arrested so far based on CCTV footage, with more arrests expected. “Police action will be taken against those involved in the riots or aiding the rioters. Those spreading rumors on social media will also be made co-accused. So far, 68 social media posts have been identified and deleted,” he said.

The Chief Minister also addressed reports of female constables being molested during the violence, clarifying that such claims were untrue. “Stones were hurled at female police constables, but reports of molestation are false,” Fadnavis stated, according to PTI.

While acknowledging that intelligence gathering could have been better, Fadnavis denied that the incident was an “intelligence failure.” He also dismissed any political angle or foreign involvement in the violence, stating, “No foreign hand or Bangladeshi link has surfaced. There is no political angle to the violence.”

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Yuzvendra Chahal’s ‘be your own sugar daddy’ T-shirt during divorce hearing stirs online criticism

Yuzvendra Chahal drew flak for wearing a “be your own sugar daddy” T-shirt during his divorce hearing with Dhanashree Verma.

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Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has found himself at the center of a social media storm after being spotted wearing a T-shirt with the slogan “be your own sugar daddy” during his divorce hearing with estranged wife Dhanashree Verma.

The phrase, often associated with financial independence laced in internet slang, was seen by many as an ill-timed and provocative choice, particularly given the sensitive context of the legal proceedings.

The final hearing in the couple’s divorce case brought an end to months of public speculation and trolling, especially directed at Dhanashree Verma over alleged alimony demands. While earlier rumours claimed she sought Rs 60 crore in settlement, Chahal was eventually ordered to pay Rs 4.75 crore in alimony.

Online reaction to the T-shirt

Social media users were quick to notice Chahal’s outfit choice, with many calling it immature and a public dig at his former partner. The phrase “be your own sugar daddy” is often used online to promote financial self-reliance but can also carry sarcastic or cheeky undertones, especially when worn during a public legal matter.

Critics argued that Chahal’s attire at a divorce hearing seemed inappropriate and insensitive, especially as Dhanashree has been repeatedly subjected to online trolling over the financial aspects of their separation. While Chahal did not comment on the T-shirt or the reaction to it, the moment has gone viral, triggering debates about personal conduct in public legal proceedings and the responsibility of public figures during sensitive personal events.

The controversy also comes at a time when celebrity divorces and their legal details often play out in the public eye, blurring the line between privacy and public perception.

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AIBE 19 Result 2024 released: Here’s how to check and download your scorecard

The AIBE 19 Result 2024 has been released. Candidates can check their scores online at allindiabarexamination.com by following 5 simple steps.

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The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 19 Result 2024 has been officially declared on the AIBE website allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates who appeared for the AIBE XIX exam on December 22, 2024, can now check their results and download their scorecards online.

According to the latest notification, this year’s results are based on 93 questions instead of the usual 100, as 7 questions were withdrawn following the release of the provisional answer key on December 28, 2024. Candidates were allowed to raise objections between December 30 and January 10, 2025.

The AIBE exam is conducted by the Bar Council of India to test an advocate’s capability to practice law in India. It covers 100 multiple-choice questions across 19 legal topics.

How to check AIBE 19 Result 2024

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide for candidates to check and download their results:

Visit the official AIBE website: allindiabarexamination.com

Click on the ‘AIBE-XIX Result 2024’ link on the homepage

Enter your login credentials (as required)

Click on Submit to access your result

View, download, and save your scorecard for future reference

Candidates are advised to keep a copy of their result safe, as it will be required during further stages like obtaining the Certificate of Practice (CoP).

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