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Dec 11, 2025

Australia adopts age-based ban on social media for under-16s

Australia enacted a law banning social media accounts for users under 16 years old. Platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X, Snapchat, Kick, Twitch, TikTok, Reddit, and YouTube must block young users. Companies face penalties up to USD 32 million for violations, while parents and children are not themselves penalised. Government officials say the ban aims to shield minors from harmful online content, but critics warn it could isolate teens and push them toward unregulated online spaces. The policy ignited debates about digital rights, online safety, and the practicalities of enforcing age checks across platforms.

New law bans under-16s from major social media platforms.
Fines can reach up to USD 32 million for breaches.
Policy targets protection from harmful online content.
Critics warn of potential teen isolation and off-platform risks.
Regulatory emphasis on age verification and platform duties.

Dec 08, 2025

IBA India Litigation and ADR Symposium in New Delhi

The International Bar Association (IBA) hosted the Fourth IBA India Litigation and ADR Symposium in December 2025 at the Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi. The event gathered leading Indian and international legal professionals to discuss developments in law, justice, arbitration, white-collar crime, and digital regulation. Presented by the India Working Group of the IBA Asia Pacific Regional Forum and supported by IBA committees, the symposium offered practical insights into dispute resolution and evolving legal standards. Participants explored how evolving governance, technology, and cross-border issues shape litigation and arbitration practices in India and beyond.

Fourth IBA India Litigation and ADR Symposium held in New Delhi.
Participants include Indian and international legal experts.
Topics cover arbitration, digital regulation, and governance.
Organised by IBA Asia Pacific and India Working Group.
Provides practical insights into dispute resolution trends.

Nov 28, 2025

Israel-Palestine Conflict: Retired Justice S. Muralidhar Appointed Chair of UN Probe Panel

The United Nations appointed former Orissa High Court Chief Justice S. Muralidhar as the Chair of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem and Israel, thus placing an Indian jurist at the helm of one of the UN's most closely watched human-rights investigations amid the continuing Israel-Palestine conflict.
The appointment was announced by Human Rights Council President Ambassador Jürg Lauber, who confirmed that Justice Muralidhar will lead the three-member body tasked with examining alleged violations of international humanitarian and human-rights law on both sides of the conflict. He will serve alongside Florence Mumba of Zambia and Chris Sidoti of Australia.

Nov 25, 2025

Justice Vikram Nath Nominated Executive Chairman of National Legal Services Authority

Supreme Court judge, Justice Vikram Nath, was nominated as the next Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA).
His appointment is effective from November 24, 2025.
The position was previously held by Justice Surya Kant, who was sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI).
The nomination was made by President of India Droupadi Murmu in exercise of powers conferred by Clause (b) of Section 3(2) of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, which empowers the President to nominate a sitting Supreme Court judge to serve as Executive Chairman of NALSA.

Justice J.K. Maheshwari is Chairperson of Supreme Court Legal Services Committee

Supreme Court Justice Maheshwari was appointed as chairperson of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC).
A gazette notification intimating the development was issued by the National Legal Services Authority.
The nomination of Justice Maheshwari was made by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3A of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
Justice Maheshwari, who has been serving on the Supreme Court since 2021, will now head the SCLSC, which is responsible for providing free legal services to eligible litigants in matters before the Supreme Court.
The post was earlier held by Justice Surya Kant who was elevated as CJI.

Nov 24, 2025

Advocate Vivek Sharma New Advocate General of Chhattisgarh

The Chhattisgarh government appointed Additional Advocate General Vivek Sharma as the new Advocate General of the state. Governor Ramesh Bais accepted the resignation of former Advocate General Prafulla Kumar Bharat and approved Sharma's appointment, according to notifications issued by the Department of Law and Legislative Affairs.

Justice Surya Kant Takes Oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India

Justice Surya Kant took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI), marking the beginning of his 14-month tenure in the country's highest judicial office.
President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Justice Kant, who succeeded incumbent CJI Bhushan R. Gavai. The President had earlier appointed Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India "in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (2) of Article 124 of the Constitution", following the recommendation of CJI Gavai.

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