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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
TopicLaw ministry

Topic: Law ministry

Over 30% judges’ posts lying vacant in high courts, shows law ministry data. Which HCs are hit hardest

Data presented by govt in Rajya Sabha show that High Courts are functioning with only 781 judges against the sanctioned strength of 1,122 in the country.

Why global law firms are betting on India desks instead of India offices ahead of India-UK FTA

Rather than open offices in India, many UK firms are strengthening India teams & partnerships to meet expected demand for advice on international disputes, arbitration & regulatory matters.

Bar Council demands removal of provisions in Advocates Bill that ‘undermine its autonomy’

BCI has written to the law ministry protesting several ‘unilateral’ additions & demanding their immediate removal; warns of nationwide protests.

Law Commission recommends retaining defamation as criminal law: ‘Deterrent against maligning reputation’

In latest report submitted to law ministry, Commission says 'right to reputation needs to be protected as it’s a facet of right to life and personal liberty guaranteed under Article 21'.

‘Bid to calm SC’s nerves, polls, regional balance’ — why Modi govt replaced law minister Rijiju

NJAC, SC collegium for judges' appointment saw Kiren Rijiju clash with judiciary. With clutch of elections lined up, Modi govt needs image makeover, says section of BJP leaders.

Fast-track courts for rape and POCSO cases effective, govt likely to extend scheme for 3 yrs

The scheme, which expires on 31 March, expedites trials in sexual offence cases. If cleared for a three-year extension, it will have an outlay of Rs 2,600 crore, ThePrint has learnt.

SC backs Sathyan for Madras HC again — sharing article critical of PM ‘won’t impinge on character’

Government sent R. John Sathyan's name back to Collegium last year citing IB report. SC said social media posts won't impinge on his 'suitability, character or integrity'.

Modi govt proposal to appoint retired judges to HCs involves law ministry, President’s nod

The rules were put forth in letter sent to SC in 2021 by law minister Kiren Rijiju. The letter was last week placed before a bench hearing the case as part of government’s status report.

Retired CJIs, SC judges to get domestic help, chauffeur for lifetime

The benefits of the amended rules will be extended to all living former CJIs and retired Supreme Court judges, the government notification said.

Pro Bono Club — Modi govt initiative to train law students as grassroots volunteers takes off

Pro Bono Club was launched last year, but had to be put on hold due to Covid restrictions. About 50 colleges are now on board with it, including all national law universities and IIT Kharagpur.

On Camera

Free UPI was a policy success and an economic distortion

Six years of zero MDR delivered unprecedented digital payments at the price of underinvestment, rising fraud risk, and market concentration.

Birlas to Tatas, all await West Bengal’s new industrial policy, says state BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya

In interview with ThePrint, RS MP says new policy will incentivise industry. Bengal’s industrialisation hit pause after 2008 Singur land agitation drove away Tata Nano project.

As India-China face-off in Arunachal Pradesh, MEA says state of border will reflect state of ties

Face-off happened late July when patrol parties of 2 countries came face to face in remote Taksing village. The Chinese are said to have returned in early August.

Guru RSS is cautioning shishya Modi govt. Bhagwat’s endorsement of Gen Z has an Indira lesson

It’s evident Bhagwat was watching from a distance and was worried about youth’s anger towards Modi govt. The first thing he did was to demolish any criticism of Gen Z protesters as anti-national.