PM Modi-CJI meet: Public comments on PM-CJI puja meet are based on a 1997 document on judicial values adopted by Supreme Court
6 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi-CJI meet: Public comments on PM-CJI puja meet are based on a 1997 document on judicial values adopted by Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The observations in public fora and within the legal fraternity about the propriety of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s videographed visit to the residence of Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud to participate in Ganapati puja are grounded in a 16-point document on judicial values adopted in a Full Court Meeting of the Supreme Court on May 7, 1997. The document called the ‘Restatement of Values of Judicial Life’ was an illustrative, and not exhaustive, guide of what was expected of Supreme Court and High Court judges. ‘Man of great integrity’ Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, who is also the Supreme Court Bar Association president, said the Chief Justice of India was a man of great integrity. Senior advocate Indira Jaising, in a post on social media platform ‘X’, said “Chief Justice of India has compromised the separation of powers between the Executive and Judiciary.

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Prepared for serious steps: CJI Sanjiv Khanna on cash row
4 days, 5 hours ago

Prepared for serious steps: CJI Sanjiv Khanna on cash row

Hindustan Times  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Friday assured all Supreme Court judges that the transfer of Delhi high court judge Yashwant Varma was “just the beginning” and that he was prepared to take “more serious steps” in the matter if required, according to people aware of the developments. Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Friday assured all Supreme …

True people's court: Chief Justice on 75 years of Supreme Court
1 month, 3 weeks ago

True people's court: Chief Justice on 75 years of Supreme Court

India Today  

Seventy five years since the first sitting of the Supreme Court, it has transformed and evolved into the world's most vibrant apex court, yet anchored in its foundational mission, the Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna said. On a ceremonial bench, marking the 75-year milestone, the Chief Justice stressed on Tuesday that it was a "true people's court", embodying the …

Journey more important than reaching CJI milestone, says Justice Nagarathna
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3 months ago

Journey more important than reaching CJI milestone, says Justice Nagarathna

Hindustan Times  

It is not the milestone but the journey to it that matters most, justice BV Nagarathna, set to make history as the first woman Chief Justice of India in 2027, underlined on Sunday as she highlighted the importance of how she is perceived as a judge and the work she undertakes in the years leading up to the position. Justice …

Justice Shekhar Yadav's Controversial Speech Undermines the Position of a Judge
3 months, 1 week ago

Justice Shekhar Yadav's Controversial Speech Undermines the Position of a Judge

The Quint  

In a democracy, the judiciary is expected to remain steadfastly apolitical, ensuring that it is viewed as an independent arbiter of justice. Justice Yadav’s remarks blur the critical line of separation between the judicial and political spheres, jeopardising the delicate balance upon which the faith of citizens in the judiciary rests. Every judge who takes an oath before the Constitution …

The code of conduct judges need to follow
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The code of conduct judges need to follow

The Hindu  

The comments made by Allahabad High Court judge, Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, against the Muslim community at an event organised by the legal cell of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad in the High Court premises on December 8, has drawn public flak. Supreme Court Bar Association president, senior advocate Kapil Sibal, has reportedly called for the impeachment of the High Court …

‘All govt branches must honour constitutional duties’: CJI Sanjiv Khanna
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘All govt branches must honour constitutional duties’: CJI Sanjiv Khanna

Hindustan Times  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday talked about the balancing act that every judge has to go through. New Delhi, Nov 26 : Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna addresses during the Constitution Day celebration of the Supreme Court Bar Association, in New Delhi on Tuesday. Speaking on the 75th Constitution Day, Justice Khanna said that being a …

CJI Sanjiv Khanna Stresses Importance Of Judiciary Being Open To Scrutiny & Constructive Feedback
3 months, 3 weeks ago

CJI Sanjiv Khanna Stresses Importance Of Judiciary Being Open To Scrutiny & Constructive Feedback

Live Law  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna in his speech during the Constitutional Day celebrations at the Supreme Court emphasized the importance of constructive feedback in identifying and eliminating systematic inefficiencies and bottlenecks in the judiciary. When properly understood judicial independence serves not as a high wall, but as a bridge, catalysing the nurturing of the Constitution, fundamental rights and the …

Transformative yet unfulfilled: Senior lawyers on Chief Justice Chandrachud's tenure
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Transformative yet unfulfilled: Senior lawyers on Chief Justice Chandrachud's tenure

India Today  

As Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud prepares to retire on Sunday, members of the Bar Council have shared insights on his tenure, recognising both his transformative contributions and areas where their expectations remained unmet. Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa echoed these sentiments, describing CJI Chandrachud's tenure as "nothing short of transformative" and praising his "hands-on approach" to addressing the Bar's …

‘Controversy surrounding PM’s visit to CJI’s residence unwarranted’: DMK MP Wilson
6 months, 1 week ago

‘Controversy surrounding PM’s visit to CJI’s residence unwarranted’: DMK MP Wilson

The Hindu  

DMK Rajya Sabha MP P. Wilson on Friday defended Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud, following a controversy over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the former’s residence on September 11 for Ganapathi pooja celebrations. In a social media post on X, Mr. Wilson, a senior counsel, said, “The present controversy surrounding Hon’ble PM joining Hon’ble CJI at his residence …

Modi, Chandrachud meeting not the first time PM-CJI met for a private function – Firstpost
6 months, 1 week ago

Modi, Chandrachud meeting not the first time PM-CJI met for a private function – Firstpost

Firstpost  

From Congress to NCP to CPI, opposition leaders did not hold back after a video of PM Modi performing puja alongside the Chief Justice went viral. Many have raised eyebrows at the functioning of the judiciary and raised doubts about whether CJI Chandrachud will ‘deem fit’ to conclude future hearings Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited CJI DY Chandrachud’s …

PM Modi’s visit to CJI Chandrachud’s residence for Ganpati Puja draws flak; Indira Jaising, MP Sanjay Raut question CJI’s independence
6 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi’s visit to CJI Chandrachud’s residence for Ganpati Puja draws flak; Indira Jaising, MP Sanjay Raut question CJI’s independence

The Hindu  

Several prominent lawyers and politicians, including Indira Jaisingh, Prashant Bhushan and MP Sanjay Raut criticised Chief Justice of India D.Y. There should be no act or omission by him which is unbecoming of the high office he occupies and the public esteem in which that office is held" Violation of Code pic.twitter.com/kNjuMosbgZ — Prashant Bhushan September 12, 2024 Senior lawyer …

Time to remind citizens that we exist for them: CJI Chandrachud
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Time to remind citizens that we exist for them: CJI Chandrachud

Hindustan Times  

Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud on Saturday said that judiciary cannot be indifferent to the suffering and injustice of litigants approaching courts as he exhorted members of the district judiciary – the first point of contact for citizens seeking justice – to give back to the society by reminding citizens that “we exist for them”. Speaking at the …

Retired judges pen letter to CJI DY Chandrachud, raise concerns over attempts to 'undermine judiciary'
11 months, 1 week ago

Retired judges pen letter to CJI DY Chandrachud, raise concerns over attempts to 'undermine judiciary'

India TV News  

A coalition of 21 retired judges, comprising members from both the Supreme Court and various high courts, has penned a letter to the Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, highlighting mounting efforts to destabilise the judiciary through calculated pressure, dissemination of misinformation, and public denigration. The retired judges lambasted certain factions for their vested interests in subverting the judiciary, alleging …

Can Kejriwal continue to be CM while in custody? Lessons from the Senthilbalaji case
1 year ago

Can Kejriwal continue to be CM while in custody? Lessons from the Senthilbalaji case

The Hindu  

Questions are being asked about whether Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal can continue to occupy a public office that demands a high degree of morality, as the Rouse Avenue Magistrate remanded him to the custody of the Enforcement Directorate till March 28. Arvind Kejriwal arrest updates Judgments in the Supreme Court and High Courts have previously concluded that constitutional morality, …

If Judges With Constitutional Protection Do Not Exhibit Boldness, We Can't Expect Others In Administration To Do So: Justice SK Kaul
1 year, 3 months ago

If Judges With Constitutional Protection Do Not Exhibit Boldness, We Can't Expect Others In Administration To Do So: Justice SK Kaul

Live Law  

On his last working day, Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul stressed the need for the judges to exhibit boldness, since they have Constitutional protection. "If with the constitutional protection that we have, we are not able to exhibit this, we cannot expect other parts of the administration to do so," Justice Kaul said at the Full Court reference …

Spirit Of Collaboration Between Institutions Necessary To Deliver Justice: CJI DY Chandrachud
1 year, 6 months ago

Spirit Of Collaboration Between Institutions Necessary To Deliver Justice: CJI DY Chandrachud

Live Law  

"While the Constitution provides for separation of powers between the legislature, the executive and the judiciary, it also creates a space for institutions to learn from each other to deliver justice", said Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud highlighting the importance of the "spirit of collaboration" between institutions.Delivering an address at the inauguration of the Bar Council of. "While the …

Politics and ideology within the portals of the judiciary
2 years ago

Politics and ideology within the portals of the judiciary

The Hindu  

March 02, 2023 12:16 am | Updated 01:08 pm IST That justice is blind is part of the myth system. In India, the episode of the collegium’s recommendation of Justice L. Victoria Gowri’s name and her appointment to the Madras High Court within weeks, has revived the debate on judicial appointments. Editorial |Check, do not cross: On the government’s attack …

Top court under intense scrutiny on a daily basis, says Justice Kaul
2 years, 1 month ago

Top court under intense scrutiny on a daily basis, says Justice Kaul

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court is under intense scrutiny on a daily basis, apex court judge justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul said on Saturday, while emphasizing that functioning of the top court has always been influenced by the dynamics of contemporary political forces, dominant economic realities and landmark social events. Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul “The Supreme Court – as it must – faces …

NV Ramana, UU Lalit, DY Chandrachud, 2022 Saw 3 CJIs: So, How Was It?
2 years, 2 months ago

NV Ramana, UU Lalit, DY Chandrachud, 2022 Saw 3 CJIs: So, How Was It?

The Quint  

And yet, Ramana, Lalit and Chandrachud, in their respective tenures, along with some of their fellow judges at the Supreme Court, should be credited for standing up to an increasingly querulous executive. Especially, in recent months, when from the law minister to the vice president, government figures have grown increasingly unsparing with their 'take' on the functioning of our constitutional …

CJI Chandrachud Disapproves Lawyers Striking, Calls For Dialogue & Understanding
2 years, 4 months ago

CJI Chandrachud Disapproves Lawyers Striking, Calls For Dialogue & Understanding

Live Law  

Amid the ongoing strike by the lawyers of Gujarat and Telangana High Courts against the collegium proposals to transfer judges, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Saturday disapproved such protest measures by advocates. When lawyers strike, the greatest sufferers are not the lawyers themselves, or the judges, but the consumers of justice, for whom the lawyers exist in the …

A good start by CJI Lalit
2 years, 6 months ago

A good start by CJI Lalit

Hindustan Times  

The first week of the new Chief Justice of India, Uday Umesh Lalit, has seen a flurry of activity in the Supreme Court. The apex court, which was dogged by rising pendency of cases and irregular listing of some petitions, has disposed of 1,800 cases in the first four days of his tenure, this newspaper reported last week. In addition, …

Loss of faith and trust in judiciary will endanger Indian 'democracy': CJI NV Ramana
2 years, 7 months ago

Loss of faith and trust in judiciary will endanger Indian 'democracy': CJI NV Ramana

India TV News  

Highlights Survival of democracy to be at stake if people lose trust in judiciary, said Chief Justice of India Justice NV Ramana said it was necessary to ensure that people do not lose faith in judiciary I focused on filling up vacancies of judges and as many as 250 high court judges were appointed: CJI Chief Justice of India NV …

Pay heed to the CJI’s remarks
2 years, 8 months ago

Pay heed to the CJI’s remarks

Hindustan Times  

Chief Justice of India NV Ramana made waves with his comments over the weekend. Speaking at a legal meeting in Jaipur in the presence of Union law minister Kiren Rijiju and Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot, Mr Ramana remarked on the state of the Indian democracy and on an unfortunate aspect of the criminal justice system – the protracted incarceration …

Chief Justice Ramana is right
2 years, 10 months ago

Chief Justice Ramana is right

Hindustan Times  

In a landmark speech, at a conference of state chief ministers and high court chief justices, and in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Chief Justice of India NV Ramana offered a powerful diagnosis of what ails Indian judiciary on Saturday. Better laws, fairer enforcement of laws, less arbitrary decision making, more harmony within the executive, greater willingness …

Centre's negative opinion proves my judicial independence, says outgoing Rajasthan HC’s chief justice
3 years ago

Centre's negative opinion proves my judicial independence, says outgoing Rajasthan HC’s chief justice

Firstpost  

Justice Abdulhamid Kureshi made the remark referring to observations made by former CJI in his biography, explaining why Kureshi’s recommendations on the appointment of HC CJs of Madhya Pradesh and Tripura were rejected Jodhpur: The outgoing chief justice of the Rajasthan High Court, Justice Akil Abdulhamid Kureshi, on Saturday said the government’s negative perception about him is a certificate of …

'I Consider It A Certificate Of Independence' : Justice Akil Kureshi On Centre's "Negative Perception" About His Judicial Orders
3 years ago

'I Consider It A Certificate Of Independence' : Justice Akil Kureshi On Centre's "Negative Perception" About His Judicial Orders

Live Law  

Justice Akil Kureshi, the outgoing Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court, made certain significant statements in his farewell speech on Saturday. Justice Kureshi's non-elevation to the Supreme Court, despite being the senior most Chief Justice in the country, has become a point of discussion among the legal fraternity, amid the widespread perception that the Central Government is not in …

’Judgment of great courage’: CJI on Allahabad HC’s 1975 verdict disqualifying then PM Indira Gandhi
3 years, 6 months ago

’Judgment of great courage’: CJI on Allahabad HC’s 1975 verdict disqualifying then PM Indira Gandhi

Live Mint  

The 1975 verdict by Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha of the Allahabad High Court disqualifying then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was a judgment of “great courage”, said Chief Justice of India NV Ramana on Saturday. “In 1975, it was Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha from the Allahabad High Court who passed the judgment that shook the nation, when he disqualified Smt. Ramana, along with …

Uncertainty over Bombay HC judge behind controversial POCSO rulings
4 years, 1 month ago

Uncertainty over Bombay HC judge behind controversial POCSO rulings

Hindustan Times  

Uncertainty looms over the future of justice Pushpa Ganediwala of the Nagpur bench of the Bombay high court after the Supreme Court collegium, in an unprecedented step, withdrew its proposal to make her a permanent judge in the high court in view of her controversial rulings on sexual assault on children under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. …

Ashwani Kumar | Ensuring dignity for all, respect for the law, still a key challenge
4 years, 4 months ago

Ashwani Kumar | Ensuring dignity for all, respect for the law, still a key challenge

Deccan Chronicle  

As India joined the world in celebrating human dignity on Global Dignity Day earlier this month, regrettably, over seven decades after Independence, we face a legitimate interrogation about our faltering record in the advancement of a defining national aspiration. Even though the Supreme Court, as our Constitution’s designated guardian, has declared that the right to life under Article 21, without …

In letter to CJI, Jagan Mohan Reddy accuses Justice NV Ramana of trying to destabilise Andhra Pradesh govt
4 years, 5 months ago

In letter to CJI, Jagan Mohan Reddy accuses Justice NV Ramana of trying to destabilise Andhra Pradesh govt

Firstpost  

In an eight-page letter dated 6 October, Reddy wrote to Chief Justice of India SA Bobde, alleging that Justice Ramana ‘has been influencing the sittings of the High Court including the roster of a few Honourable Judges’ Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy’s ongoing legal battles took an unexpected turn on Saturday with Reddy accusing the Supreme Court’s Justice …

CJI SA Bobde, speaking at International Judicial Conference in New Delhi, says rule of law 'most fundamental feature' of modern constitutions
5 years, 1 month ago

CJI SA Bobde, speaking at International Judicial Conference in New Delhi, says rule of law 'most fundamental feature' of modern constitutions

Firstpost  

New Delhi: The rule of law is probably the “most fundamental feature” of modern constitutions and its success depends on how judiciaries across the world respond to emerging challenges, Chief Justice SA Bobde said on Saturday. “Probably the most fundamental feature of most modern constitutions is the idea of the rule of law,” he said, adding, “Undoubtedly, the success of …

Verdict on CJI under RTI today
5 years, 4 months ago

Verdict on CJI under RTI today

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Supreme Court is likely to pronounce on Wednesday its verdict on a plea opposing Central Information Commission’s 2009 order directing the top court’s central public information officer to disclose information on the appointment of judges to the top court sought under the Right to Information Act. The top court’s secretary-general and the CPIO had moved the apex …

Justice must have human face, says CJI Dipak Misra
6 years, 5 months ago

Justice must have human face, says CJI Dipak Misra

Hindustan Times  

The outgoing Chief Justice of India, Dipak Misra, said India’s judiciary is one of the most robust and strongest institutions in the world, even in the face of attacks and in troubled times. The outgoing chief justice on India Dipak Misra said that justice must have a human face. Justice Misra, India’s 45th chief justice, has presided over several important …

CJI’s Power As The Master Of The Roster Is Subject To The Caveat That This Power Is Exercised Fairly: Dave, Sibal Argues Shanti Bhushan’s Plea
6 years, 11 months ago

CJI’s Power As The Master Of The Roster Is Subject To The Caveat That This Power Is Exercised Fairly: Dave, Sibal Argues Shanti Bhushan’s Plea

Live Law  

The Supreme Court bench of Justices A. K. Sikri and Ashok Bhushan on Friday requested the assistance of the Attorney General in respect of the writ petition filed by Former Union Law Minister and Senior Counsel Shanti Bhushan seeking clarification of administrative authority of the Chief Justice of India as the ‘master of the roster’.“You are praying that any reference …

Supreme Court judges against CJI: Higher judiciary must reform itself if integrity of institution is to be preserved
7 years, 2 months ago

Supreme Court judges against CJI: Higher judiciary must reform itself if integrity of institution is to be preserved

Firstpost  

That is not surprising because political practitioners in a democracy are guided by majoritarianism. Which is why it was surprising to see India’s judiciary, trained to contain the evils of this tyranny of public opinion, taking refuge behind it, as four senior most judges of the apex court did on Frida y, when they rebelled against Chief Justice of India …

IAPL Lauds Supreme Court Judges, Calls for Public Debate on Judicial Appointments
7 years, 2 months ago

IAPL Lauds Supreme Court Judges, Calls for Public Debate on Judicial Appointments

Live Law  

The Indian Association of People's Lawyers (IAPL) has lauded the four sitting judges of the Supreme Court for holding an unprecedented press conference on Friday. The IAPL calls it a courageous step and says that this is the time for all lawyers to rise to the occasion to publicly debate issues of judicial appointments, judicial accountability, and judicial integrity. The …

This Is An Occasion To Play Our Role In Breathing Life Into Our Constitution: IAPL On Judges' Press Conference
7 years, 2 months ago

This Is An Occasion To Play Our Role In Breathing Life Into Our Constitution: IAPL On Judges' Press Conference

Live Law  

The Indian Association of People's Lawyers has now stepped forward to laud the four sitting Judges of the Supreme Court- Justice J. Chelameswar, Justice Ranjan Gogoi, Justice M.B. Lokur and Justice Kurian Joseph- who held an unprecedented press conference on Friday.The IAPL calls it a "courageous step", and says that this is the time for all lawyers to rise to …

Supreme Court judges vs Chief Justice of India: With revolt underway, who will sit in judgment of our judges?
7 years, 2 months ago

Supreme Court judges vs Chief Justice of India: With revolt underway, who will sit in judgment of our judges?

Firstpost  

Supreme Court of India has been above reproach and any criticism has always been tempered by a deep and abiding respect For a democracy, this is indeed a dark day. Like Julius Ceasar’s wife, the Supreme Court of India has been above reproach and any criticism has always been tempered by a deep and abiding respect. That Chief Justice of …

Read: Explosive unprecedented letter by 4 SC judges to the Chief Justice
7 years, 2 months ago

Read: Explosive unprecedented letter by 4 SC judges to the Chief Justice

Op India  

In a truly unprecedent move today, the 4 senior most judges of the Supreme Court, after the Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra, held a press conference, to let the nation know of “their failed efforts” to convince the Chief Justice to take steps to protect the institution. While the press conference lacked in details, and was more of a …

As A Law Clerk To A Kashmiri Prince: My Experience Of Working With Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul
7 years, 4 months ago

As A Law Clerk To A Kashmiri Prince: My Experience Of Working With Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul

Live Law  

I am quite aware that the writing of memoirs and recollections is a tradition reserved only for the choices of gentlemen who, through their seminal contributions have left an indelible mark in the pages of history, unforgettable and cherished for the ages to come. Leave alone the Honourable Lord Chief Justice, I had never seen any Honourable High Court Judge …

Petition filed in Delhi HC against Supreme Court Collegium and its Recommendations
8 years, 10 months ago

Petition filed in Delhi HC against Supreme Court Collegium and its Recommendations

Live Law  

A petition has been filed before the High Court of Delhi, for restraining the collegium consisting of the Hon'ble Chief Justice of India and four senior most Judges of the Supreme Court from making any recommendation for appointment of Judges of the Supreme Court and the High Courts and further to prohibit and restrain the Union of India from acting …

Petition filed in Delhi HC against Supreme Court Collegium and its Recommendations
8 years, 10 months ago

Petition filed in Delhi HC against Supreme Court Collegium and its Recommendations

Live Law  

A petition has been filed before the High Court of Delhi, for restraining the collegium consisting of the Hon'ble Chief Justice of India and four senior most Judges of the Supreme Court from making any recommendation for appointment of Judges of the Supreme Court and the High Courts and further to prohibit and restrain the Union of India from acting …

Reflections on CJI’S speech: Going beyond judicial appointments for clearance of cases
8 years, 10 months ago

Reflections on CJI’S speech: Going beyond judicial appointments for clearance of cases

Live Law  

Years ago, Justice Krishna Iyer was received by almost all the judges of the Allahabad High Court. Looking at the huge crowd of around 100 judges, Justice Iyer wondered “this is not court; this is population”. But the Allahabad High Court had the highest average pendency of case in India of 1337 days, according to a study by DAKSH, a …

Ex-CJI tried his best to elevate corrupt judge, says Katju in blog post
10 years, 7 months ago

Ex-CJI tried his best to elevate corrupt judge, says Katju in blog post

Firstpost  

Former Supreme Court judge Markandey Katju Monday again complained of interference in the appointment of judges, saying former chief justice of India KG Balakrishnan tried his best to elevate a judge to the apex court despite allegations of corruption against him. New Delhi: Former Supreme Court judge Markandey Katju Monday again complained of interference in the appointment of judges, saying …

Katju's remark lowered dignity of judiciary: Aggarwala
10 years, 8 months ago

Katju's remark lowered dignity of judiciary: Aggarwala

India TV News  

New Delhi: A lawyers' body today criticised retired Supreme Court judge Markandey Katju saying he has “lowered the dignity” of the judiciary by levelling “false allegation” against three ex-Chief Justices of India that they made “improper compromises” under political pressure in the confirmation of additional judge of Madras High Court. “It is surprising that Justice Katju made these false allegations …

Judiciary facing credibility crisis: CJI
11 years, 7 months ago

Judiciary facing credibility crisis: CJI

The Hindu  

Chief Justice of India Justice P. Sathasivam on Tuesday expressed concern over the steady decline in the reputation of the judiciary and legal profession. Mr. Justice Sathasivam said judiciary was perhaps the country’s most respected institution. “Therefore we, the sentinels of the judiciary, must strive to ensure to the litigants easy access to the court…” Mr. Justice Sathasivam said judiciary …

“Judiciary is not untouched by corruption” says CJI designate Justice P Sathasivam
11 years, 8 months ago

“Judiciary is not untouched by corruption” says CJI designate Justice P Sathasivam

Live Law  

Chief Justice of India designate Justice P Sathasivam spoke to the media on various issues. The litigants must take the responsibility of bringing to light such occurrence by making grievance petition before the chief justice of the respective high courts and also to the Chief Justice of India. On the other hand, if the time schedule is strictly followed by …

Judges have to watch their scorecard
11 years, 9 months ago

Judges have to watch their scorecard

The Hindu  

The Indian Supreme Court is an extraordinarily powerful institution in the world. The Government’s proposal to nominate the former judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Cyriac Joseph, to the National Human Rights Commission, has brought into focus the issue of performance-evaluation of a judge. While the members representing the Government on the NHRC selection committee appear to have favoured his …

Don't Give Political Protection To Corrupt Judges, Says Chief Justice Of India
13 years, 11 months ago

Don't Give Political Protection To Corrupt Judges, Says Chief Justice Of India

India TV News  

New Delhi, Apr 16: Concerned over judiciary's image coming under a cloud in the wake of corruption charges, Chief Justice S H Kapadia today said there was a need for "clean man in black robe" and asked the political class not to protect corrupt judges. We need a clean man in black robe to uphold the independence and integrity of …

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