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LAW AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS - December 2023

Dec 2023

Jun 09, 2025

D. Y. Chandrachud Takes Key Role in German Energy firm vs Russia Dispute

In a significant development in the ongoing arbitration between German energy company Wintershall and Russia, former Chief Justice of India D. Y. Chandrachud was designated as the appointing authority under the Energy Charter Treaty, a multilateral pact that works under a framework for cooperation in the energy sector.
D. Y. Chandrachud, who demitted office as the Chief Justice in November 2024, is widely regarded for his contributions to constitutional law and international philosophy of law. His appointment signals the continued involvement of eminent jurists from diverse legal traditions in resolving high-stakes international investment disputes.
The development came following the resignation of Eduardo Siqueiros as the appointing authority on May 22, 2025.
The designation of the appointing authority comes under the rules of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), which frequently provides administrative support in disputes between investors and states under the Energy Charter Treaty framework.

Jun 05, 2025

Uttar Pradesh Appoints 12 Lawyers as Additional Advocates General

Twelve advocates including two seniors and one woman were appointed as Additional Advocates General (AAGs) to represent the State of Uttar Pradesh in cases before the Allahabad High Court.
The advocates (from both High Court Benches at Allahabad and Lucknow) who were appointed are: Senior Advocate Amit Saxena, Senior Advocate Anoop Trivedi, Advocate Durg Vijay Singh, Advocate Mahendra Narayan Singh, Advocate Rahul Agarwal, Advocate Sanjeev Singh, Advocate Kartikey Saran, Advocate Anuj Kudesia, Advocate Sudeep Kumar, Advocate Pritish Kumar, Advocate Jyotsna Pal and Advocate Surya Mani Singh Royekvar.

May 25, 2025

Vikas Singh elected President of SCBA for the fourth time

Senior Advocate Vikas Singh on Tuesday emerged victorious in the elections to the post of the President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA).
This is Singh's fourth tenure as SCBA President.
Singh, a former Additional Solicitor General, had previously served as the president of the apex bar body in 2018, 2021 and 2022-23.
Singh defeated nearest rivals Senior Advocates Adish C Aggarwala and Pradeep Kumar Rai.

May 21, 2025

Supreme Court Mandates Three Years of Legal Practice for Judicial Service Aspirants

The Supreme Court has reinstated a pivotal eligibility criterion for aspirants of the judicial services examination. The candidates must possess a minimum of three years of legal practice to qualify for entry-level judicial positions, such as Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts.
This decision overturns the 2002 ruling that allowed fresh law graduates to directly enter the judiciary without prior courtroom experience. The court observed that this earlier approach led to challenges in judicial efficacy, as judges without practical experience often lacked the necessary skills to handle complex legal matters effectively.

May 20, 2025

Supreme Court Grants Full Pension to All High Court Judges in Landmark Ruling

In a judgment, the Supreme Court of India ruled that all High Court judges, including additional judges, are entitled to full pension and retirement benefits, irrespective of their appointment timing or designation. The decision marks a major step in upholding the constitutional right to equality and removing disparities that existed in the judiciary's post-retirement benefits.
The Supreme Court's decision holds national significance as it: Eliminates pension-related discrimination among judges based on appointment timing or whether they retired as additional or permanent judges. Recognizes equal service and contribution of judges from both the Bar and district judiciary. Reinforces Article 14 of the Indian Constitution, which guarantees equality before the law.

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