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Source: SCC Online
Source: National Law Review
As we near the end
of 2024, generative artificial intelligence (genAI) continues to shape the
legal profession. These ten trends highlight how lawyers' adoption rates, genAI
usage, and risk assessments have evolved over the past year. To read more from the article by Ms. Carolyn Elefant please go to the following link:
https://natlawreview.com/article/genai-trends-legal-profession-2024#google_vignette
Source: Annapurna Express
Generative AI (Gen AI) is a form of artificial intelligence that has the capability to create different kinds of content, such as text, images, audio, and synthetic data based on the data they have been trained on. Chat GPT, Google Bard, Perplexity AI, Jasper AI, Copy. AI, Midjourney, Copilot and Firefly are a few examples of Gen AI...
Gen AI has raises many legal challenges and issues. To read more please go to the following link:
https://theannapurnaexpress.com/story/50801/
Source: Hindustan Times
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud on Thursday emphasised the enduring relevance of the Indian Constitution, attributing its longevity to its flexibility and sensitivity to the evolving needs of its people. Delivering the MK Nambyar Memorial Lecture in New Delhi, the CJI highlighted that the Constitution’s ongoing relevance is the result of a continuous dialogue between generations of citizens, each of whom interprets and applies constitutional principles to address contemporary challenges. To read more please click on the following link:
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/constitutions-relevance-lies-in-its-flexibility-cji-101727413998051.html
Source: India Today
In India, the legal profession is often synonymous with the courtroom, where lawyers passionately argue cases. However, a law degree opens doors to a myriad of other rewarding career paths, many of which remain relatively unexplored. It's time to shed light on these lesser-known avenues, encouraging law graduates to think beyond the traditional bench and bar. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/featurephilia/story/5-lesser-known-careers-for-law-graduates-2605482-2024-09-24
Source: M&J Services (Article by Aurora V. Solis)
In the evolving landscape of the legal profession, artificial intelligence (AI) has undeniably emerged as a powerful tool. From streamlining documentation to analyzing vast quantities of case law, AI-based legal research tools have transformed the way lawyers approach legal challenges. However, despite the excitement surrounding this technological leap, it is crucial for young lawyers to understand both the advantages and the limitations of relying heavily on AI for legal research. To read more please go to the following link:
https://mandjservice.com/blogs/blog/legal-research-in-the-world-of-ai-a-boon-or-a-bane-for-young-lawyers
Source: India Business Law Journal
As debate swirls around ownership of AI-generated content, what are the lessons for India on anchoring AI in copyright law? To read more about this please go to the following link:
https://law.asia/generative-ai-copyright-law/
Source: Hindustan Times
Source: Deccan Herald
Read more at: https://www.deccanherald.com/india/supreme-court-launches-online-mediation-training-web-portal-3197179
Source: Times Now - MSN
In today’s world, knowing your legal rights is crucial for empowerment and protection. For women in India, these rights provide vital safeguards against discrimination, harassment, and violence. From equal pay to protection from domestic abuse, understanding these legal provisions ensures women can effectively assert their rights and seek justice. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/India/from-equal-pay-to-no-arrest-at-night-key-legal-rights-for-women-in-india/ar-AA1qvBOM?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=a4f522c753704949ad5abde7d71f5184&ei=57
Source: Verdictum
Source: News 18 - MSN
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court held that under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, it is not mandatory for a widowed daughter-in-law to reside in her matrimonial home to claim maintenance from her father-in-law. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/India/widowed-daughter-in-law-not-required-to-live-in-matrimonial-home-for-maintenance-allahabad-hc/ar-AA1q24XU?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=7d270901782e45ada96d6ac3317ce833&ei=9
Source: Deccan Herald
Before Bengal's Aparajita Bill, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra had passed similar bills for women's safety that prescribed death penalties for rapists. Here are the key features, similarities, and differences in the three state bills. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.deccanherald.com/india/state-wise-changes-in-rape-lawilarities-differences-between-bengal-andhra-and-maharashtra-bills-3178137
Source: Your Story dot com
AI legaltech startups are giving leverage to lawyers to be more efficient at work, better decision-makers, and lay more emphasis on strategic advisory tasks that are valuable to the clients.
Source: SCC Online Times
While considering the instant appeal challenging the order passed by Telangana High Court, refusing to quash proceedings under Section 406 of Penal Code, 1860 and Section 6 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961; the Division Bench of J.K Maheshwari and Sanjay Karol*, JJ., pointed out that the position of law has remained consistent throughout since 1985, till date, regarding the sole authority of the woman in respect of her ‘stridhan’ as has also been held recently in Mala Kar v. State of Uttarakhand, 2024 SCC OnLine SC 1049. The jurisprudence as has been developed by the Supreme Court, is unequivocal with respect to the singular right of the female (wife or former wife), being the sole owner of ‘stridhan’ with husband having no right over it. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.scconline.com/blog/post/2024/08/30/stridhan-position-of-law-consistent-justice-sanjay-karol-supreme-court-legal-news/
Source: Money Control
Nearly 160 million cases have been added since 2011, and 81 million were added only in the last five years. While Supreme Court’s track record in clearing cases pending for over a decade did not change between 2019 and 2024, that for the high courts and lower judiciary only worsened. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/over-half-a-billion-cases-await-justice-in-indian-courts-mc-analysis-12812316.html
Source: Law Trend
The Delhi High Court emphasized the urgent need to control and regulate the spread of deepfakes on the internet, highlighting the growing threat they pose to the authenticity of information. The remarks were made on Wednesday by a Division Bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela. To read more please go to the following link:
https://lawtrend.in/delhi-high-court-emphasizes-immediate-regulation-of-deepfakes-warns-of-growing-threat-to-truth-and-trust/
Source: ABP - MSN
The Supreme Court in a recent development said that the that Section 479 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) which replaced the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) on July 1, will apply retrospectively. The Section 479 of BNSS deals with the release of undertrial prisoners on bail. It means that the provision will apply to all undertrials in cases was registered before July 1, 2024. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.msn.com/en-in/autos/photos/why-supreme-court-ordered-retrospective-application-of-bail-provision-under-bnss/ar-AA1pqFso
Source: Frontline - The Hindu
Source: Live Law
The Supreme Court recently observed that mere non-performance of an Agreement to Sell by itself does not amount to the offences of cheating and criminal breach of trust. Quashing a criminal case against three persons for failing to execute a sale despite an agreement to sell a property, the Court observed that ... To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/mere-non-performance-of-agreement-to-sell-doesnt-amount-to-offence-of-cheating-criminal-breach-of-trust-supreme-court-267447
Source: Live Law
In a case where it was found that the State of West Bengal had failed to take care of a victim of an offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the Supreme Court has issued directions to all States/Union Territories to strictly implement the provisions of the POCSO Act and the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act, 2015 (JJ Act) to ensure the welfare of such victims. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/supreme-court-directs-statesut-to-implement-s196-of-pocso-act-jj-act-provisions-to-ensure-rehabilitation-of-child-victims-267197
Source: Live Law
Supreme Court judge Justice BR Gavai was present
at the Kerala High Court today to inaugurate various digital initiatives.
Justice Gavai inaugurated the Country's first exclusive Digital Court for
Negotiable Instruments Act Cases in Kollam. Other digital initiatives of the
Kerala High Court are : Online Dispute Resolution System, Model Digital Court
Room concept, Learning Management System of the Judicial Academy, Digital
Library and Research Centre, restoration project of Ram Mohan Palace and the
announcement of Digital District Courts. To read more please go to the
following link:
https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/justice-br-gavai-inaugurates-countrys-first-digital-court-for-ni-act-cases-in-kerala-says-technology-makes-justice-easily-accessible-266944
Source: Live Law
The Supreme Court has taken up the issue of whether the judgment in the case of Anwar PV v. PK Basheer & Ors., which clarified the law regarding the admissibility of electronic record as secondary evidence, should be applied retrospectively or only prospectively. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/does-pv-anwar-judgment-mandating-s65b-evidence-act-certificate-for-electronic-evidence-apply-retrospectively-supreme-court-to-decide-266611
Source: Deccan Herald
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Friday announced the second hackathon of the Supreme Court, which will focus on use of artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the functioning of the top court. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.deccanherald.com/india/cji-announces-supreme-court-hackathon-says-ai-will-be-used-to-streamline-functioning-3143944
Source: The Mint
The government introduced the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024 which seeks to increase the option for nominees per bank account to four, from existing one, among others. To know more about the key changes, please go to the following link:
Source: Deccan Herald
In the case, the compensation got truncated, as the tribunal recorded the finding of contributory negligence. The Supreme Court has enhanced compensation in a road accident case, saying merely because a person attempted to overtake a vehicle, it cannot be said to be an act of rashness or negligence. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.deccanherald.com/india/attempting-to-overtake-vehicle-cant-be-act-of-negligence-supreme-court-3142731
Source: India Today
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Source: afslaw.com
Employees do “hang out” and socialize “outside of work” through social media platforms. While these platforms provide outlets for employees to express themselves, bond, chat, joke, and share vacation photos, these sites can also be used to harass, threaten, and harm employees. Misuse of social media among coworkers can create a hostile and toxic work environment that can lead to employer liability if not addressed. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.afslaw.com/perspectives/alerts/social-media-creating-hostile-work-environment-what-know-following-okonowsky-v
Source: BW Legal World
According to an article in the BW Legal World, In one month since their implementation, the new Criminal Laws have been subject to commendation
and scrutiny alike and throw up some interesting developments. To read more please go to the following link:
https://bwlegalworld.com/article/indias-new-criminal-justice-system-turning-a-month-old-with-baby-steps-528512
Source: The Tribune
The HC emphasizes that there is no scope for the Supreme Court to issue sundry directions to a high court regarding specific proceedings pending before it in relation to a case where the apex court had stayed contempt proceedings before the high court. “Probably a more caution on the part of the Supreme Court would have been more appropriate,” Justice Sehrawat declared. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/punjab/high-court-not-subordinate-to-supreme-court-says-justice-sehrawat-of-punjab-and-haryana-hc/
Source: Hindustan Times
Source: BW Legal World
The Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud said that the purpose of Lok Adalat has been to take justice to the homes of people and to ensure that the Supreme Court not only handles big cases but focuses on 'Nyay Sabke Dwar'. To read more please go to the following link:
https://bwlegalworld.com/article/purpose-of-lok-adalat-is-to-take-justice-to-homes-of-people-cji-chandrachud-528342
Source: Indian Express
Source: The Mint
Source: The Print
As many as 109 women judges are serving in the higher judiciary, including three in the Supreme Court, the government informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. To read more please go to the following link:
https://theprint.in/india/109-women-judges-in-higher-judiciary/2203141/
Source: The Print
The Supreme Court
on Tuesday ruled that state bar councils cannot charge more than Rs 650 and Rs
125 for enrolling law graduates from general and SC-ST categories,
respectively, as lawyers.
The top court held that the Bar Council of India (BCI) and the state bar councils, which are authorised under the Advocates Act to enrol law graduates as lawyers, cannot override the legal provisions which have been enacted by Parliament.
To read more please go to the following link:
https://theprint.in/india/state-bar-councils-cannot-charge-exorbitant-fees-for-enrolling-law-graduates-as-lawyers-sc/2197918/
Source: Economic Times
Seven SC benches to take up Lok Adalat matters at 2 pm this week: CJI Chandrachud
The Supreme Court of India launched a special Lok Adalat to celebrate its 75th anniversary. This week, from 2 pm onwards, seven SC benches will take up Lok Adalat matters aimed to resolve pending cases amicably. Media will be allowed inside the court rooms during this. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud encouraged participation for faster resolutions of disputes involving matrimonial, property, and compensation cases. To read more please go to the following link:
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/seven-sc-benches-to-take-up-lok-adalat-matters-at-2-pm-this-week-cji-chandrachud/articleshow/112101559.cms?from=mdr
Sources: Hindustan Times and Media Nama
India’s New Broadcast Bill now has Compliance Requirements for YouTubers and Instagrammers. Online streaming services, social media accounts and online video creators, from across the globe, might come under the regulation of the Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) according to the latest version of the country’s proposed Broadcast Bill. To read more please go to the following links:
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/new-draft-of-broadcasting-bill-news-influencers-may-be-classified-as-broadcasters-101721961764666.html
https://www.medianama.com/2024/07/223-india-broadcast-bill-online-creators/
Source: Business Standard
Why is the number of pending cases rising in Indian courts? As Supreme Court case backlog jumps 35 per cent in five years, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal cited lack of infrastructure and coordination as key reasons for the mounting delays. To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.business-standard.com/india-news/why-is-the-number-of-pending-cases-rising-in-indian-courts-details-here-124072900363_1.html
Bombay High Court refuses to quash case against pharma firm director. Law enforcement machinery shall come to a grinding halt if ignorance is accepted as a defence, the high court said in its order passed on Monday. To read more please click on the following link:
https://www.deccanherald.com/india/ignorance-of-law-no-excuse-to-break-it-says-bombay-hc-refuses-to-quash-case-against-pharma-firm-director-3119789
Source: Frontline
https://frontline.thehindu.com/politics/new-criminal-laws-bns-old-draconian-laws-ipc-sedition-bjp/article68416697.ece
Source: Business Standard
Plea against new criminal laws: Madras HC bench said that the renaming of the laws was unnecessary, and it only confused the public. To read more, please go to the following link:
https://www.business-standard.com/india-news/despite-good-intentions-new-criminal-laws-created-chaos-madras-hc-124071900802_1.html
Soource: News 18
Arshia Malik writes that - By ensuring that Muslim women receive their entitlements and
have access to social and economic security, the Supreme Court judgement
represents significant progress in India’s journey toward gender justice. To read more, please go to the following link:
https://www.news18.com/opinion/opinion-reflections-on-supreme-court-ruling-on-maintenance-for-divorced-muslim-women-8970290.html
Source: SCC online
The Court stated that “if an FIR is registered prior to 01-07-2023 under the CrPC, it would amount to a pending enquiry/investigation within the meaning of Section 531(2)(a) of BNSS.”...
To read more, please go to the following link:
https://www.scconline.com/blog/post/2024/07/18/bnss-vs-crpc-crpc-to-apply-to-pending-trial-investigation-registered-before-bharatiya-nagarik-suraksha-sanhita-came-into-force-rajasthan-high-court-scc-times/
India's AI law to focus on innovation, may skip penalties for violations
The Ministry of Electronics and IT is drafting a new AI law which will require social media platforms Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X to include watermarks and labels on content. An article by Vasudha Mukherjee. (Source - The Business Standard)
To read more, please go to the following link:
https://www.business-standard.com/india-news/india-s-ai-law-to-focus-on-innovation-may-skip-penalties-for-violations-124071700229_1.html
Punjab & Haryana High Court has stated that the Proceedings For FIR Lodged Under IPC Will Be Governed By Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita If Plea Filed On Or After July 1. To read more about this in an article by Aiman J. Chishti in www.livelaw.in, please go to the following link:
https://www.livelaw.in/high-court/punjab-and-haryana-high-court/punjab-haryana-high-court-procedure-of-bnss-applicable-to-repealed-ipc-263192
Enhancing animal protection: A comparative analysis of BNS and IPC by honorary animal welfare (Source The Times of India)
To read about the comparative analysis of the old and the new laws, please go to the following link:
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/relationships/pets/enhancing-animal-protection-a-comparative-analysis-of-bns-and-ipc/articleshow/111657884.cms
Justice Kohli, Judge, Supreme Court On How Advanced Tech Can Prevent White-Collar Crimes during his speech on the topic of 'Second Discourse on Judicial Perspective on Economic Offences and Corporate Malfeasance' at an event organised by the Centre for Discourses in Criminal and Constitutional Jurisprudence. To read more, please go to the following link (Source: India News, Press Trust of India):
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/supreme-court-judge-hima-kohli-on-how-advanced-tech-can-prevent-white-collar-crimes-6079720
Take action against lawyers advertising, seeking work via online portals — BCI to State Bar Councils (Source: The Print)
To read more, please go to the following link:
https://theprint.in/judiciary/take-action-against-lawyers-advertising-seeking-work-via-online-portals-bci-to-state-bar-councils/2165531/
Madras High Court Directs Union Government to Frame Policy on E-Pharmacies - A Report by Shivani Bhargava (Source: Media Nama)
To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.medianama.com/2024/07/223-madras-hc-directs-centre-policy-e-pharmacies/
When judges' perspective, personal views, prejudices influence judgments - An article by NS Venkataraman, Trustee, Nandini Voice For The Deprived, Chennai (Source: Courter View)
To read more, please go to the following link:
https://www.counterview.net/2024/07/when-judges-perspective-personal-views.html
Delhi High Court states that Whatsapp conversations cannot be treated as evidence without proper certificate ( Source: News18). To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.news18.com/india/whatsapp-conversations-are-not-evidence-without-a-proper-certificate-delhi-hc-8955510.html
To read more about the first reference to new criminal law (Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita) by Delhi HC in trademark infringement case, please go to the following link (Source: The New Indian Express):
https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/in-a-first-delhi-hc-refers-to-new-criminal-law-in-trademark-infringement-case-9433820/
'WhatsApp Conversations Are Not Evidence Without A Proper Certificate': Delhi HC
To read more please go to the following link:
https://www.news18.com/india/whatsapp-conversations-are-not-evidence-without-a-proper-certificate-delhi-hc-8955510.html
Woman attaining motherhood through surrogacy entitled to maternity leave-Orissa High Court
To read more please go yo the following link:
https://www.livelaw.in/high-court/orissa-high-court/orissa-high-court-surrogate-mother-maternity-leave-right-to-life-article-21-constitution-262388
Probably the first judgment under Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita
To read the full judgment, please go to the following link:
https://rb.gy/q1lzsc
Healthy, constructive criticism welcome… Judges not super humans, do commit mistakes: Punjab and Haryana High Court
To read more, go to the following link:
https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/chandigarh/judicial-officer-allegations-punjab-and-haryana-high-court-9431715/
Source: The Indian Express
Medical termination of Pregnancy: Bombay high court allows medical termination of the over 25-week pregnancy for a cancer patient.
To read more, please click on the following link:
https://timesofindia-indiatimes-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/bombay-high-court-allows-termination-of-25-week-pregnancy-for-cancer-patient/amp_articleshow/111497996.cms
