BCI cracks down on unethical legal advertising and misleading promotions

The Bar Council of India said that advocates' profession is deeply rooted in "public trust" and "ethical standards", and differs from commercial businesses. (Image Source: Legal Era)

The BCI has stated that the use of Bollywood actors, celebrities, and digital media platforms in promoting legal services, emphasizing that such commercialization erodes public trust and diminishes the sanctity of the legal profession.

Srikanth Bolla joins Shark Tank India as newest ‘shark’ in season 4

Born in 1992 in the village of Seetharamapuram, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh, Srikanth Bolla has inspired millions with his journey.

Featured on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list, he established Bollant Industries in 2012, a Hyderabad-based company that manufactures environmentally friendly disposable paper and packaging products.

Zomato’s ‘Food Rescue’ initiative saves 150,000 meals monthly: CEO Deepinder Goyal

The confidentiality ring, introduced in 2022, allows access to sensitive information between involved parties to ensure a fair defence.

The feature, launched in November 2024, enables users to purchase canceled orders at discounted rates, cutting down on food wastage.

South Korea’s Kia denies endorsing anti-Musk ad campaign as protests against Tesla surge

The controversial ad, which appeared on Kia Norway's social media accounts, showcased the company's new EV3 electric car with a message implying dissatisfaction with Musk's recent political activities.

The automaker clarifies that the controversial advertisement was a local initiative and not approved by Kia Corporation.

IPL ad ban: Experts slam Health Ministry’s call for an ad ban on tobacco, alcohol, including surrogate ads

Experts argue that the move is not only legally questionable but also economically damaging, demonstrating a lack of regulatory foresight.

Health Ministry’s latest diktat paints all forms of such marketing with the same brush, failing to distinguish between genuine brand extensions and misleading and surrogate advertisements.