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Hindustan Times
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Important cases heard by Supreme Court on July 18
Important cases heard by the Supreme Court on Friday, : Important cases heard by Supreme Court on July 18 * SC said prison rules were applicable individually to states, which ought to frame common rules on the release of terminally ill prisoners. * SC directed the National Human Right Commission to be made a party to the PIL for the implementation of a 2017 law on safeguarding the rights and needs of persons with mental illnesses. * Centre informed SC that efforts were on and the government was trying everything possible to ensure Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, on death row for murder in Yemen, came out safely. * SC refused to stay the trial court proceedings against former Bihar chief minister and RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav in the CBI's land-for-jobs case. * SC rejected a PIL challenging the appointment of Bihar Public Service Commission chairperson Parmar Ravi Manubhai after observing that an FIR against him was closed. * SC asked the Bar Council of India about the presence of a scheme to waive off fee of poor LLB graduates who write the All India Bar Examination to enrol as lawyers. * Delhi Police informed SC that the Russian mother, pitted in a bitter custody battle of her child with her estranged Indian husband, has not left the country, at least through legal means. * SC transferred from high courts to itself, four PILs seeking a ban on opinion trading platforms for allegedly promoting illegal betting and gambling activities. * SC pulled up the Centre and Maharashtra government for not creating courts for cases under special statutes concerned that courts will be forced to grant bail to accused. * SC rebuked unauthorised constructions in Chandi Chowk area despite a court-ordered ban and asked Delhi Police to arrest those "putting even a brick". This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
18-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Can fee of needy aspiring lawyers writing all India bar exam waived? SC asks BCI
Agency: PTI Last Updated: New Delhi, Jul 18 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Bar Council of India about the presence of a scheme to waive off fee of poor LLB graduates who write the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) to enrol as lawyers. The top court was also critical of 'phenomenally high fees" levied by the National Law Universities (NLUs) for their LLB courses and said the education system needed strengthening. A bench comprising Justices P S Narasimha and Atul S Chandurkar was hearing a plea filed by Kuldeep Mishra challenging the fees levied by the Bar Council of India (BCI) for taking up AIBE for enrolling law graduates as lawyers. The AIBE application fee is Rs 3,500 for general and OBC candidates and Rs 2,500 for the scheduled caste and tribe candidates. The fees are non-refundable and must be paid online. 'You cannot have a system which does not have any provision for the poor candidates," the bench told the BCI counsel. It added, 'You must have a provision to exempt fees to the needy people and this process should not be complicated." The BCI was later asked to come prepared on the aspect after two weeks. Referring to the fees levied by NLUs, the bench said, 'The fees of NLUs have gone phenomenally high." 'We need to strengthen our education system. People take loans for taking up LL.B courses and the fees are on the higher side," Justice Narasimha said. The fee charged by NLUs for five-year LLB courses usually ranges from Rs 1.7 lakhs to Rs 4 lakhs per annum. Top NLUs like NLSIU Bangalore and NLU Delhi have higher fees compared to newer ones. PTI SJK SJK AMK AMK (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 16:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Scrap bar exam: Advocates, students
Bengaluru: About 8,000 advocates and students in the state have called for the abolition of the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), which they deemed unscientific. Citing the instance of an LLM graduate who could not clear the Bar Council of India's AIBE, All India Lawyers Union's Bengaluru district president TR Venkatesh Gowda said the exam is unscientific and there is no transparency. "We have given a memorandum to scrap it," he said. "When MBBS and engineering (graduates) do not have an exam to become professionals, why do advocates have it?" he said. The union's state secretary Srinivas Kumar also called AIBE unscientific. He said the courts of assistant commissioners and deputy commissioners have a lot of corruption, and cases are not cleared in the stipulated time. It is better to shift the cases to civil courts, he said. Harindra, state president said a signature campaign was held on June 13 to present the demands to the state govt through district officials. Lawyers are ready to lay siege to the Vidhana Soudha if their demands are not met in a month, he said.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
LLM degree holder fails bar test, HC sends notice to BCI
Representative Image AHMEDABAD: Gujarat high court Tuesday issued notice to the Bar Council of India (BCI) after a master's degree holder in law failed the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), which is essential for a law graduate to clear in order to become a lawyer. The AIBE follows an open book format designed to evaluate fundamental legal knowledge and establish a minimum competency benchmark for entry into the legal profession, alongside assessing candidates' analytical abilities. HC issued the notice after the candidate alleged lack of transparency in AIBE, as the body did not provide any justification for her failure, even after re-checking. The petition was filed by Urvi Acharya, who holds an LLM degree in criminal law. She appeared in the AIBE in Dec 2024 and was declared failed. She refused to accept the result and requested a re-checking. Even after re-checking, the department in BCI that conducts the AIBE conveyed that she failed the test. Acharya's counsel, advocate Pratik Jasani, told the court that seven of the 100 multiple-choice questions were officially withdrawn post-exam, which should have reduced the total score to 93, with the passing marks revised from 45 to 42. Jasani contended that the petitioner was a bright student and she passed her LLM in criminal law with first class. She attempted all 100 questions, and with seven of them being withdrawn, she ought to have been awarded grace marks. However, the authority did not make this clear.
News18
06-06-2025
- Business
- News18
Study Law Abroad: Cheapest Countries To Study Law In English If You Missed CLAT Or NLU Seat
Last Updated: Can't clear CLAT? Study law abroad in Germany, France, Norway or Poland where low fees, global degrees, and scholarships can make your legal education affordable and attenable Each year, thousands of students in India set their sights on a career in law after completing Class 12. Securing admission to a National Law University (NLU) or other prestigious law institutions typically requires passing the CLAT (Common Law Admission Test). For those who are unsuccessful, studying law overseas becomes a viable alternative; one that is not only accessible but also affordable. Study Law Abroad Legal education is not only accessible in India but also affordable in several other countries. Aspirants can realise their dream of becoming a lawyer by enrolling in universities abroad. Nations such as Germany, Norway, France, and Poland offer law degrees, both LLB and LLM, taught in English. These programmes are internationally recognised, with many institutions offering low tuition fees, scholarships, and in some cases, free education. To practise law in India after studying abroad, students must obtain recognition from the Bar Council of India (BCI) and successfully pass the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). Most Affordable Countries To Study Law When planning to study law overseas, prospective students must also consider language proficiency, visa regulations, and living costs, in addition to academic eligibility. Below are some budget-friendly countries offering quality legal education: France Universities: Living Costs: €850 – €1,200/month (~Rs 75,000 – Rs 1.05 lakh) Norway Universities: Note: High living costs offset by free education Poland Universities: India: The Most Practical Option For Many For those who prefer to remain in India, pursuing law domestically remains the most cost-effective and convenient path. Degrees awarded by NLUs and Government Law Colleges are recognised by the BCI, making them directly applicable for legal practice. Top Institutions: Living Costs: Rs 10,000 to Rs 30,000 per month Degrees Offered: 5-year BA LLB, 3-year LLB, and LLM programmes top videos View all Key Considerations Before Applying Abroad Stay updated with the latest education! Get real-time updates on board exam results 2025, entrance exams such as JEE Mains, Advanced, NEET, and more. Find out top schools, colleges, courses and more. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : CLAT France germany indian law International law LLB National Law University norway Poland Study abroad Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: June 06, 2025, 13:53 IST News education-career Study Law Abroad: Cheapest Countries To Study Law In English If You Missed CLAT Or NLU Seat
