The Latest Breaking News from The Bar Council of India

SC asks Bar Council of India to clarify stand on upper age limit for five-year law courses

The Supreme Court has asked the Bar Council of India to clarify its stance on age limits for law course admissions. A plea challenging the age restrictions is being considered, focusing on upper limits for different categories. The Council defended its position by citing residential requirements for five-year courses. However,…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

How can BCI regulate law colleges, asks Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is set to examine the regulatory power of the Bar Council of India over law colleges. The court questioned the expertise of the BCI in managing legal education effectively. A petition challenges the appointment and extended tenure of BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra. The BCI has responded…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

SC dismisses PIL for re-test of NEET-PG 2026 examination

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking to re-conduct the NEET-PG 2026 examination. Justices pulled up the lawyer and petitioner for misusing legal processes. A cost of Rs 25,000 was imposed on the petitioner for filing the plea. The court will ask the Bar Council of India to take action…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

AIBE XXI Result 2026 declared at allindiabarexamination.com; here's how to download scorecard and pass percentage

The Bar Council of India has declared the AIBE XXI 2026 exam results today. Candidates can now download their scorecards from the official website using their credentials. A total of 1,75,701 candidates appeared for the examination, with 1,15,805 successfully qualifying. Female candidates achieved a qualification rate of over 65 percent…

The Economic Times · Jul 18

AIBE 2026 final answer key expected soon at allindiabarexamination.com; check download steps, direct link, qualifying marks, previous trends and more

The Bar Council of India will soon release the AIBE 2026 final answer key online. Candidates can download this key to estimate their qualifying status for the Certificate of Practice. General and OBC candidates need 45 percent, while SC, ST, and PwD require 40 percent. Recent AIBE exams show increasing…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

'Methyl Isocyanate of law': SC slams AI 'hallucinations', quashes NCLT verdict

The Supreme Court has declared zero tolerance for AI-generated fake or hallucinated judgments used as legal precedents. Setting aside an NCLT verdict, the apex court emphasized that such fabricated citations contaminate the justice system. The Bar Council of India is directed to form a committee to address this issue and…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

BCI seeks report from WB Bar Council on practice status of Mamata Banerjee after her HC appearance

The Bar Council of India has asked the West Bengal Bar Council for a report. This report concerns Mamata Banerjee's lawyer enrolment and practice status. She appeared in court recently in lawyer's attire. The Council needs details on her enrolment and practice during and after her chief minister tenure.

The Economic Times · May 14

Attack on CJI Gavai puts focus on pro-Hindutva voices

Despite being suspended by the Bar Council of India after hurling a shoe at CJI BR Gavai for his alleged anti-Hindu remarks, 71-year-old lawyer Rakesh Kishore has remained defiant, telling the media he has “no regrets” over his actions. A Supreme Court lawyer has now written to the Attorney General…

Newslaundry · Oct 8, 2025

Manan Kumar Mishra re-elected as chairman of Bar Council of India for seventh term

The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Saturday announced that Manan Kumar Mishra. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Mar 1, 2025

BCI warns public of fake notice on advocates mandatory minimum fee structure

A press statement issued in this regard stated that the document is intended to mislead the public and members of the legal profession. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 15, 2025