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LAW AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS - April 2023

Apr 2023

May 01, 2026

Dispute over acting NCLT president persists until Centre decision

Legal debates on the acting president of the National Company Law Tribunal continued until the Centre’s final decision. Proponents argued for senior‑most judicial member selection, while critics questioned process. The Centre defended its established convention, and following the 29 April 2026 appointment notification, petitions were rendered infructuous. The episode underscores ongoing scrutiny of tribunal leadership amid corporate law workloads, insolvency cases, and the balance between administrative conventions and judicial oversight in India’s legal system.

Dispute over acting NCLT president
Arguments for seniority‑based selection
Centre cites established conventions
Appointment notified on 29 April 2026
Petitions later termed infructuous
Highlights governance in corporate law tribunals

Delhi High Court closes petition on NCLT acting president

The Delhi High Court closed a petition challenging the acting president appointment at the NCLT after the Centre’s final appointment notification. The bench observed that with a full‑time president now in place, interim arrangements no longer remained relevant. The petition had argued for parity in appointment based on seniority, but the Centre maintained its chosen method. The closure reduces ongoing litigation around interim leadership and clarifies tribunal governance during insolvency and corporate disputes. Legal observers note this as a procedural resolution within India’s corporate law framework.

Court: Delhi High Court closes petition on NCLT acting president
Reason: Centre’s formal appointment notification in place
Petition argued for seniority‑based parity
Interim arrangements deemed irrelevant
Resolution reduces ongoing litigation
Affects leadership for insolvency and company law cases

Justice Anupinder Singh Grewal named NCLT President

The Union government approved Justice Anupinder Singh Grewal, a former Punjab and Haryana High Court judge, as President of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). The appointment was notified on 29 April 2026 and will run for five years or until the age of 67, whichever comes first. This resolves a protracted leadership dispute and clarifies the tribunal’s governance during ongoing insolvency and corporate disputes. Earlier petitions challenging the acting president were heard by the Delhi High Court, which deemed the matter infructuous after the Centre’s notification. The NCLT President will oversee key corporate law adjudication nationwide.

Appointed: Justice Anupinder Singh Grewal
Position: President, National Company Law Tribunal
Notification date: 29 April 2026
Term: five years or until age 67
Resolves leadership dispute; strengthens governance
Delhi High Court deemed petitions infructuous

Apr 28, 2026

Justice Lisa Gill sworn in as First Woman Chief Justice of AP High Court

Justice Lisa Gill has taken oath as the first woman Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The ceremony took place at Lok Bhavan, Vijayawada, with the oath administered by Governor S. Abdul Nazeer. The proceedings included the reading of the Warrant of Appointment issued by the President of India and a formal swearing-in in the presence of senior officials, judges and dignitaries. Justice Gill’s appointment marks a historic milestone for women in India’s judiciary, highlighting progress toward gender representation and diversity. Her leadership will guide the AP High Court through complex civil and constitutional matters.

Justice Lisa Gill becomes the first woman Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
Oath administered by Governor S. Abdul Nazeer at Lok Bhavan, Vijayawada.
Warrant of Appointment issued by the President of India.

Apr 18, 2026

Chhattisgarh approves high-level UCC implementation committee

The Chhattisgarh government approved the formation of a high-level committee to draft and study Uniform Civil Code (UCC) implementation in the state. The decision, announced under Chief Minister Vishnudeo Sai, places Chhattisgarh among states exploring a uniform civil framework. The UCC proposal stems from Article 44 of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution. Non-justiciable DPSPs mean implementation depends on political will and legislative action. The new committee will engage citizens, legal experts, and stakeholders to draft guidelines and seek feedback as part of a gradual move toward legal harmonisation in personal law.

Chhattisgarh forms high-level committee for UCC draft
State aims to explore Uniform Civil Code within constitutional framework
Article 44 of DPSP provides constitutional basis
Non-justiciable DPSPs require political will and legislation
Committee to consult citizens and legal experts
Marks a gradual approach to personal law harmonisation

Apr 15, 2026

Banaras Hindu University wins AIU National Moot Court Competition 2026

Banaras Hindu University has emerged as the winner of the AIU National Moot Court Competition 2026, held at Integral University. The BHU team defeated 39 other strong teams from across India to clinch the top prize, which includes a cash award of ₹25,000 along with trophies and medals. The event showcased the country’s rising legal talent and featured participants from 40 teams in total. The victory reinforces BHU’s standing as a premier Indian university with robust moot court training across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, highlighting the university’s academic excellence in legal education.

BHU won the AIU National Moot Court Competition 2026.
Event took place at Integral University with 40 teams participating.
BHUs team defeated 39 other teams to win the prize.
Cash prize awarded: ₹25,000 along with trophies and medals.
Result reinforces BHU’s strength in moot court training.

Apr 07, 2026

Gujarat High Court bans AI in courtroom decisions; human judgment prevails

The Gujarat High Court issued a policy restricting the use of artificial intelligence in core judicial functions. The court said AI can assist with efficiency but must not replace human reasoning in decision-making or interpretation of law. It prohibits AI assistance in drafting judgments, orders, or rulings and warns against using AI to influence bail decisions, sentencing, or rights determinations. The decision emphasizes maintaining fairness, accountability, and judicial independence. While acknowledging potential benefits of AI to streamline procedures, the court states that human oversight remains essential in the justice system, ensuring nuanced interpretation and accountability. The ruling aligns with broader concerns about AI governance in public services.

AI cannot be used for core judicial decisions or drafting judgments.
AI cannot assist in legal reasoning or interpretation of law.
AI must not influence bail, sentencing, or rights determinations.
Human oversight and accountability remain essential.
Policy reflects broader AI governance concerns in public services.

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