Majoritarian Tendencies, Whenever and However They Arise, Must Be Tested Against Constitutional Promises : Justice Chandrachud
3 years, 8 months ago

Majoritarian Tendencies, Whenever and However They Arise, Must Be Tested Against Constitutional Promises : Justice Chandrachud

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On the 101st Birth Anniversary of Mr Yashwantrao Vinshu Chandrachud, the longest-serving Chief Justice of India, Supreme Court, Justice Dr DY Chandrachud, addressed an online seminar organized by Shikshana Prasarak Mandali. Chandrachud, Justice U.U.Lalit also marked his presence at the seminar presenting the landmark judgements pronounced by the Late Justice. Chandrachud, Justice U.U.Lalit also marked his presence at the seminar presenting the landmark judgements pronounced by the Late Justice Y.V. My conclusion in the Supreme Court decision, recognizing a right to privacy as an essential component of the 'right to life' under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, was a recognition of the Constitution as a foundation, which future generations had to build upon- as opposed to a rigid text that would be literally applied, divorced from its historical context".

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Who Is Abhinav Chandrachud? Former CJI's Son Representing Ranveer Allahbadia In Offensive Remarks Case
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Who Is Abhinav Chandrachud? Former CJI's Son Representing Ranveer Allahbadia In Offensive Remarks Case

ABP News  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted interim protection from arrest to Youtuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia over his comments on the 'India's Got Latent' show while calling it vulgar and saying he had a dirty mind which put society to shame. Ranveer Allahbadia was represented in the Supreme Court by Abhinav Chandrachud, who is the son of former Chief Justice …

Indian courts under pressure from Modi government? DY Chandrachud counters BBC
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Indian courts under pressure from Modi government? DY Chandrachud counters BBC

India Today  

DY Chandrachud, former Chief Justice of India, faced tough questions on diverse issues ranging from alleged political interference in the Indian judiciary and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's controversial visit to his home to key judgments as he appeared on BBC's HARDtalk. The former CJI further shared that his father, former Chief Justice of India YV Chandrachud, had told him "not …

D.Y. Chandrachud: Raising the bar for judiciary
2 months, 3 weeks ago

D.Y. Chandrachud: Raising the bar for judiciary

India Today  

In a year marked by judicial milestones and moments of quiet symbolism, former Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud emerged as a figure who reshaped critical debates that will reverberate for years. By declaring it a violation of the citizen’s right to know and an infringement on free speech, the court under Chandrachud reaffirmed a foundational democratic principle: transparency …

Congress attempts to weave Gandhi and Ambedkar’s legacies into singular narrative of social justice
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress attempts to weave Gandhi and Ambedkar’s legacies into singular narrative of social justice

The Hindu  

The passing away of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh put a pause to Congress’ Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan rally at Karnataka’s Belagavi on December 27. What started out as a campaign against Home Minister Amit Shah’s off-the-cuff remark - that it has become a “fashion” to invoke Dr. Ambedkar - has now been framed as a strategy to …

D.Y. Chandrachud | Elevated justice
2 months, 3 weeks ago

D.Y. Chandrachud | Elevated justice

India Today  

In a year marked by judicial milestones and moments of quiet symbolism, former Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud emerged as a figure who reshaped critical debates that will reverberate for years. By declaring it a violation of the citizen’s right to know and an infringement on free speech, the court under Chandrachud reaffirmed a foundational democratic principle: transparency …

Overcome barriers of caste, religion to embody spirit of fraternity: DY Chandrachud
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Overcome barriers of caste, religion to embody spirit of fraternity: DY Chandrachud

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: Former Chief Justice of India Justice D Y Chandrachud on Friday said we would not be able to create an India which is inclusive, overcoming the barriers of caste, religion, gender and class, unless we embody the spirit of fraternity. Delivering the constitution day law lecture, organised by the Kerala High Court Advocates Association at the High Court auditorium …

The Chandrachud legacy: A stellar contribution undiminished by controversy
3 months, 3 weeks ago

The Chandrachud legacy: A stellar contribution undiminished by controversy

New Indian Express  

It is not easy to understand, appreciate and accept the position that the President has the power to unilaterally issue a notification under Article 370 and that concurrence of the state government is not necessary for exercising power under Article 370. If power under Article 370 could be exercised unilaterally without any condition, then the substitution of ‘Legislative Assembly’ for …

Chronicling the Highs and Lows of D.Y. Chandrachud’s Tenure as Chief Justice of India
4 months ago

Chronicling the Highs and Lows of D.Y. Chandrachud’s Tenure as Chief Justice of India

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 24, 2024 17:23 IST - 9 MINS READ “Whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show,” is how Charles Dickens begins his semi-autobiographical novel David Copperfield. In 2013 he was sent as Chief Justice of the Allahabad High …

Retired Justice Ambati Lakshmana Rao was an altruist and a legalist to the core, says SC Judge
4 months ago

Retired Justice Ambati Lakshmana Rao was an altruist and a legalist to the core, says SC Judge

The Hindu  

Bhatti of Supreme Court extolled the virtues of Justice Ambati Lakshmana Rao, former Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court, calling him an altruist as an individual and a legal luminary who set new benchmarks in the profession. Paying tributes to Justice Lakshmana Rao at a commemoration meeting organised by Citizens for Democracy at Sarvottama Trust Library on Saturday, Justice Bhatti …

DY Chandrachud's legacy as CJI: Pragmatic progress over disruption
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

DY Chandrachud's legacy as CJI: Pragmatic progress over disruption

India Today  

When Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud assumed the position of chief justice of India in November 2022, he carried with him high hopes for a transformative tenure. Justice Chandrachud’s term also included significant rulings on federalism, including his landmark decision in Union of India vs Mohit Minerals, where he held that GST Council recommendations are advisory rather than binding on state …

The Chief who changed the court: Justice Chandrachud's transformative tenure
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Chief who changed the court: Justice Chandrachud's transformative tenure

India Today  

The Supreme Court in the 1997 judgment of State of Rajasthan v Prakash Chand ruled that the Chief Justice of India would be the “first amongst the equals”. The judges had initially planned to meet a few members of the press at Justice Chelameswar’s residence to discuss concerns about the administration of the Supreme Court under CJI Dipak Misra. On …

Justice DY Chandrachud's Judgments On Socio-Economic Justice, Gender Equality, Reproductive Rights, Child Welfare & Disability Rights
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Justice DY Chandrachud's Judgments On Socio-Economic Justice, Gender Equality, Reproductive Rights, Child Welfare & Disability Rights

Live Law  

Chief Justice of India D.Y. Bachpan Bachao Andolan vs Union Of India : In this case, an Article 32 petition was filed by Bachpan Bacho Andolan seeking mandamus to the Union of India to formulate and implement a national action plan for children on the issue of drugs, alcohol and substance abuse amongst children, the Supreme Court directed that the …

Justice DY Chandrachud's Judgments On Socio-Economic Justice, Gender Equality, Reproductive Rights, Child Welfare & Disability Rights
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Justice DY Chandrachud's Judgments On Socio-Economic Justice, Gender Equality, Reproductive Rights, Child Welfare & Disability Rights

Live Law  

Chief Justice of India D.Y. Bachpan Bachao Andolan vs Union Of India : In this case, an Article 32 petition was filed by Bachpan Bacho Andolan seeking mandamus to the Union of India to formulate and implement a national action plan for children on the issue of drugs, alcohol and substance abuse amongst children, the Supreme Court directed that the …

DY Chandrachud recalls why his father didn’t want to sell Pune flat: ’If your moral integrity is ever...’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

DY Chandrachud recalls why his father didn’t want to sell Pune flat: ’If your moral integrity is ever...’

Live Mint  

In his farewell address at an event hosted by the Supreme Court Bar Association, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud recalled a conversation with his father, the former Chief Justice YV Chandrachud, regarding a flat in Pune. As reported by ANI, Chandrachud, while addressing his farewell function, said, “While addressing his farewell function, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud says …

The Supreme Court's Contentious Jurisprudence Under CJI DY Chandrachud
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Supreme Court's Contentious Jurisprudence Under CJI DY Chandrachud

The Quint  

Effectively, the court ruled that the President of India can abrogate Article 370 even after the dissolution of the “Constituent Assembly” of J&K State - something that formed the bedrock of the special constitutional arrangement between J&K and the Indian Dominion, and recognised under Article 370. Holding that J&K did not retain any internal sovereignty after accession, the majority opinion …

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 …

Constitution Bench Judgments Of Justice DY Chandrachud
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Constitution Bench Judgments Of Justice DY Chandrachud

Live Law  

The Chief Justice of India Dr. D.Y. Bench: CJI DY Chandrachud, Justices Surya Kant, MM Sundresh, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra 13. v. M/S Lalta Prasad Vaish : A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court held by 8:1 majority, held that the States have the power to regulate 'denatured spirit or industrial alcohol'. Bench: CJI DY Chandrachud, Justices Hrishikesh …

Justice Chandrachud retires after 2 years as CJI, a look at his top 7 judgements
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Justice Chandrachud retires after 2 years as CJI, a look at his top 7 judgements

Firstpost  

A week before he retires, CJI Chandrachud gave his farewell speech wondering how history might judge him. Scheduled Castes are not a homogenous class In the State of Punjab vs Davinder Singh case, CJI Chandrachud-led:seven-judge bench overruled the EV Chinnaiah’s judgement, allowing them to make sub-classifications within Scheduled Castes. Redistribution of private property Just days before his retirement, CJI Chandrachud …

Justice Khanna bids adieu to Chief Justice Chandrachud: When a towering tree…
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Justice Khanna bids adieu to Chief Justice Chandrachud: When a towering tree…

India Today  

Chief Justice of India-designate Sanjiv Khanna, in an emotional speech on Friday, praised CJI DY Chandrachud and said that "when a towering tree of justice steps back, the winds move differently." Highlighting the profound impact of the outgoing Chief Justice Chandrachud, Justice Khanna said, "The forest will never be quite the same again." Addressing the event, Attorney General R Venkatramani …

Justice D Y Chandrachud: A revolutionary yet contested legacy
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Justice D Y Chandrachud: A revolutionary yet contested legacy

New Indian Express  

It’s said if one wants to be remembered, one must either write something worth reading or do something worth writing about. Over the last decade, I have appeared before several chief justices of the Supreme Court, yet Justice Chandrachud’s legacy is worth writing about. He led probably the biggest revolution in the Indian judiciary post-independence—the e-courts system that has expanded …

‘My Shoulders Broad Enough To…’: Chandrachud To Critics At Farwell, Calls Himself ‘One Of Most Trolled Judges’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

‘My Shoulders Broad Enough To…’: Chandrachud To Critics At Farwell, Calls Himself ‘One Of Most Trolled Judges’

ABP News  

Outgoing Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, on his final working day in office, addressed criticism head-on, highlighting his belief in transparency and openness in public life. “My shoulders are broad enough to accept all criticism,” Justice Chandrachud said, referencing his stance that "sunlight is the best disinfectant." Acknowledging these episodes, he stated, “I’m sure all of you are aware …

CJI DY Chandrachud says no greater feeling than serving those in need on his last day at work
4 months, 2 weeks ago

CJI DY Chandrachud says no greater feeling than serving those in need on his last day at work

The Hindu  

Chief Justice of India D.Y. Later at a speech at a farewell function organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association, Chief Justice Chandrachud said, “when you expose your own life to public knowledge, you expose yourself to criticism, particularly in today’s age of social media. Immense privilege of serving country, says Chandrachud In his address, CJI Chandrachud recounted his journey, …

Outgoing CJI Chandrachud's legacy will continue to be debated: Jairam Ramesh
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Outgoing CJI Chandrachud's legacy will continue to be debated: Jairam Ramesh

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday said outgoing Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud's legacy will continue to be debated and as the main petitioner in at least two very important matters, including a legislation being arbitrarily declared a money bill, he has been “deeply disappointed” with the CJI. In a post on X, Congress general secretary …

'We Are Here Only As Pilgrims, Do Our Work & Leave': CJI DY Chandrachud Bids Farewell To Supreme Court
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'We Are Here Only As Pilgrims, Do Our Work & Leave': CJI DY Chandrachud Bids Farewell To Supreme Court

Live Law  

Chief Justice of India Dr DY Chandrachud in his parting remarks before demitting the office on November 10, expressed gratitude for his journey so far in Judicial System. During the ceremonial bench proceedings held for his farewell on his last working day, the CJI said :"We are here as pilgrims, birds for short passage of time, do our work and …

CJI DY Chandrachud’s last day in office today: From privacy to adultery - a look back at his 10 landmark rulings
4 months, 2 weeks ago

CJI DY Chandrachud’s last day in office today: From privacy to adultery - a look back at his 10 landmark rulings

Live Mint  

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud will retire on November 10. Justice Chandrachud, son of the longest-serving Chief Justice of India, Yeshwant Vishnu Chandrachud, has served as Supreme Court judge since 2016. Here is a look at landmark judgements that Justice Chandrachud has been part of: 1-Electoral Bonds Case: February 2024 In February 2024, the five-judge Constitution Bench of the …

As Chief Justice DY Chandrachud retires, a look at 5 landmark verdicts by him
4 months, 2 weeks ago

As Chief Justice DY Chandrachud retires, a look at 5 landmark verdicts by him

India Today  

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud bid an emotional farewell on the last working day on Friday as his colleagues recalled fond memories while working with him. CJI Chandrachud assumed office as the Chief Justice on November 11, 2022, after being elevated to the Supreme Court in 2016. VERDICT ON HOMOSEXUALITY On September 6, 2018, a unanimous five-judge Supreme Court …

Justice DY Chandrachud's legacy: Key verdicts, reforms, and controversies mark end of term as India’s 50th CJI
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Justice DY Chandrachud's legacy: Key verdicts, reforms, and controversies mark end of term as India’s 50th CJI

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: He has judgments such as the Ayodhya land dispute, the abrogation of Article 370 and the decriminalisation of consensual gay sex that shaped society and politics to his name. India's 50th chief justice D Y Chandrachud, known also for his many pithy statements, leaves an imprint all his own on the annals of legal history. Friday was the …

Let tomorrow’s last day be a first for many
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Let tomorrow’s last day be a first for many

New Indian Express  

The sequential trinity of annual timelines—independence day, the Supreme Court’s platinum jubilee and the Constitution’s forthcoming 75th year—is the coming together of an epic moment in India’s jurisprudential evolution. The 50th Chief Justice of India is a shining representation of that role in this harmonious trifecta, and he shall be sitting on the highest chair of justice for the last …

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 …

67th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. Ambedkar observed in Kalaburagi
1 year, 3 months ago

67th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. Ambedkar observed in Kalaburagi

The Hindu  

“The philosophy of B.R. Ambedkar to provide equal educational and employment opportunities for downtrodden sections in society will remain a dream unless the nation focuses towards achieving his vision,” said Panditaradhya Shivacharya swami of Hosadurga. Paying floral tribute to the Ambedkar Statue on 67th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. Ambedkar here in Kalaburagi on Wednesday the religious head said that the …

Book Review: In ‘Unsealed Covers’, Gautam Bhatia fearlessly interrogates judicial power
1 year, 5 months ago

Book Review: In ‘Unsealed Covers’, Gautam Bhatia fearlessly interrogates judicial power

The Hindu  

Gautam Bhatia’s interrogation of judicial power is imbued with a passion for constitutionalism. Bhatia’s writing is actuated by the belief that “the making of constitutional meaning is a continuing struggle between the entrenchment of power and its democratisation” Unsealed Covers: A Decade of the Constitution, the Courts and the State By Gautam Bhatia HarperCollins India Pages: 496 Price: Rs.699 The …

Top Quotes Of The Top Court - From Supreme Court Judgments Of 2022 [Part I]
2 years, 2 months ago

Top Quotes Of The Top Court - From Supreme Court Judgments Of 2022 [Part I]

Live Law  

Many momentous decisions have been delivered and memorable observations made by the Supreme Court in 2022. Therefore, the right of residence of the aforesaid categories of women and such other categories of women in a domestic relationship is guaranteed under the Act and she cannot be evicted, excluded or thrown out from such a household even in the absence of …

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2022: Top 10 Inspiring Quotes by Dr Babasaheb BR Ambedkar
2 years, 3 months ago

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2022: Top 10 Inspiring Quotes by Dr Babasaheb BR Ambedkar

News 18  

DR BR AMBEDKAR DEATH ANNIVERSARY: Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar is often referred to as the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. Born on April 14, 1891, in present-day Madhya Pradesh’s Mhow, Dr Ambedkar aggressively opposed the caste system and advocated for the rights of the Dalits and the marginalised. Dr Ambedkar was a jurist, economist, politician and social reformer who …

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2022: 7 Facts About Dr BR Ambedkar on his 66th Death Anniversary
2 years, 3 months ago

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2022: 7 Facts About Dr BR Ambedkar on his 66th Death Anniversary

News 18  

DR BR AMBEDKAR 66TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY: Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar played a great role in shaping modern India. It was under the chairmanship of Dr BR Ambedkar that the world’s longest-written constitution was framed by the constituent assembly. On his death anniversary, let us look at some lesser-known facts about the Father of the Indian Constitution: Dr Ambedkar was born in …

Did Programs Like 'A Date With You': CJI Chandrachud Says He Moonlighted As Radio Jockey
2 years, 3 months ago

Did Programs Like 'A Date With You': CJI Chandrachud Says He Moonlighted As Radio Jockey

ABP News  

The Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, revealed on Saturday that he worked as a radio jockey for All India Radio in his early twenties. "Not many are aware of this but I moonlighted as a radio jockey in my earlier twenties in All India Radio doing programs like 'Play it cool' or 'A date with you' or 'Sunday requests'," …

D.Y. Chandrachud is sworn in as the 50th Chief Justice of India
2 years, 4 months ago

D.Y. Chandrachud is sworn in as the 50th Chief Justice of India

The Hindu  

Justice Dhananjaya Yashwant Chandrachud was sworn in as the 50th Chief Justice of India by President Droupadi Murmu at a brief ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday. CJI Chandrachud took the oath in English and in the name of God in the presence of Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Defence …

'Will Protect All Citizens Of India': Justice DY Chandrachud Sworn In As 50th CJI
2 years, 4 months ago

'Will Protect All Citizens Of India': Justice DY Chandrachud Sworn In As 50th CJI

ABP News  

New Delhi: Supreme Court judge Dhananjaya Yashwant Chandrachud took oath as the 50th Chief Justice of India on Wednesday succeeding Justice UU Lalit, reported news agency ANI. After he took the oath, Justice Chandrachud paid tribute at the Mahatma Gadhi statue in the Supreme Court and said that serving the country is his priority. Prior to his appointment to the …

Justice D Y Chandrachud takes oath as 50th Chief Justice of India
2 years, 4 months ago

Justice D Y Chandrachud takes oath as 50th Chief Justice of India

India Today  

Justice DY Chandrachud took oath as the 50th Chief Justice of India on Wednesday, after over six years as a judge of the Supreme Court. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated DY Chandrachud for being sworn in as India’s Chief Justice. — Narendra Modi November 9, 2022 Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud offered his tribute to Mahatma Gandhi after …

As CJI Chandrachud takes over, SC to become more litigant-friendly with 'tech-plans' | Exclusive
2 years, 4 months ago

As CJI Chandrachud takes over, SC to become more litigant-friendly with 'tech-plans' | Exclusive

India Today  

With Justice DY Chandrachud taking over as the 50th Chief Justice of India, plans of making the Supreme Court more litigant-friendly are likely to kick in soon. CJI Chandrachud has been heading the e-committee of the Supreme Court and has been working on major plans likely to be fulfilled in his two-year tenure. READ | Justice D Y Chandrachud takes …

Watch | All about DY Chandrachud, the new Chief Justice of India
2 years, 5 months ago

Watch | All about DY Chandrachud, the new Chief Justice of India

The Hindu  

President Droupadi Murmu appointed Justice Dhananjaya Yashwant Chandrachud as the 50th Chief Justice of India, on October 17 Justice DY Chandrachud will take oath on November 9 and will be in office for two years — until November 10, 2024 Justice Chandrachud’s key judgements Justice Chandrachud was part of several benches that delivered many notable judgments in the recent past …

CJI-designate DY Chandrachud: A non-conformist who overturned his father's judgments
2 years, 5 months ago

CJI-designate DY Chandrachud: A non-conformist who overturned his father's judgments

Firstpost  

Justice DY Chandrachud, who is set to take over as the 50th Chief Justice of India on 9 November, is the son of YV Chandrachud, India’s longest-serving Chief Justice of India. The senior-most Supreme Court judge will now take over as the 50th Chief Justice of India on 9 November, stepping into the shoes of his redoubtable father YV Chandrachud, …

Justice DY Chandrachud appointed next Chief Justice of India, to take oath on 9 November
2 years, 5 months ago

Justice DY Chandrachud appointed next Chief Justice of India, to take oath on 9 November

Firstpost  

Justice Chandrachud, who is the son of the longest-serving CJI Y V Chandrachud, succeeds Justice UU Lalit. “In exercise of the power conferred by the Constitution of India, Hon’ble President appoints Dr. Justice DY Chandrachud, Judge, Supreme Court as the Chief Justice of India with effect from 9th November, 22,” Minister Rijiju tweeted quoting the notification. In a strong dissent, …

Justice DY Chandrachud appointed CJI effective 9 Nov, says Law Min Kiren Rijiju
2 years, 5 months ago

Justice DY Chandrachud appointed CJI effective 9 Nov, says Law Min Kiren Rijiju

Live Mint  

Justice Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, the second senior judge of the Supreme Court of India has been appoibted as the next Chief Justice of India by the President of India Droupadi Murmu. “In exercise of the power conferred by the Constitution of India, Hon'ble President appoints Dr. Justice DY Chandrachud, Judge, Supreme Court as the Chief Justice of India with effect …

CJI Lalit recommends Justice Chandrachud\'s name as his successor
2 years, 5 months ago

CJI Lalit recommends Justice Chandrachud\'s name as his successor

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India Uday Umesh Lalit on Tuesday recommended the name of Justice Dhananjaya Yashwant Chandrachud, the second most senior judge of the Supreme Court, to succeed him as the 50th CJI on November 9. The CJI recommended the name of Justice Chandrachud as his successor in a letter to Union law minister Kiran Rijiju. History will …

Justice DY Chandrachud to succeed CJI UU Lalit from this November
2 years, 5 months ago

Justice DY Chandrachud to succeed CJI UU Lalit from this November

Live Mint  

Chief Justice of India Uday Umesh Lalit has recommended the name of Justice D Y Chandrachud as his successor, according to the news agency ANI. The CJI handed over the copy of his letter of recommendation to Justice Chandrachud on Tuesday morning, October 11, in the presence of other judges of the Supreme Court of India. According to the protocols, …

Justice DY Chandrachud Set to Become Next Chief Justice of India
2 years, 5 months ago

Justice DY Chandrachud Set to Become Next Chief Justice of India

News 18  

Chief Justice of India Uday Umesh Lalit has recommended the name of Justice DY Chandrachud as his successor. With this, Justice Chandrachud would assume charge as the 50th Chief Justice of India on November 9 and would have a tenure of over two years. Justice DY Chandrachud, during his tenure as a judge of the Supreme Court, overturned two judgments …

Interview: Abhinav Chandrachud, author, Soli Sorabjee; Life and Times
2 years, 9 months ago

Interview: Abhinav Chandrachud, author, Soli Sorabjee; Life and Times

Hindustan Times  

What took you by surprise as you learnt more about Soli Sorabjee in the course of doing your research for this book? In his legal career of nearly 68 years, Sorabjee had 1,124 reported judgments to his credit in cases that he had appeared in before the Supreme Court, High Courts and tribunals. However, as I have said in the …

Ambedkar Jayanti 2022: On 131st birth anniversary, India remembers 'Father of Constitution'
2 years, 11 months ago

Ambedkar Jayanti 2022: On 131st birth anniversary, India remembers 'Father of Constitution'

Hindustan Times  

President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation on Thursday in remembering Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, independent India's first law minister, on the Dalit icon's 131st birth anniversary. Let's do our part in building an inclusive society by following his ideal of 'Indian first, Indian later and Indian last',” the Rashtrapati Bhavan …

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2021: Interesting Facts About BR Ambedkar on His 65th Death Anniversary
3 years, 3 months ago

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2021: Interesting Facts About BR Ambedkar on His 65th Death Anniversary

News 18  

Mahaparinirvan Diwas 2021: Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar popularly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar passed away on December 6, 1956. Babasaheb was also the flag bearer of India’s Dalit Activism, is called the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. He had also started fortnightly and weekly papers named ‘Excluded India’, ‘Mook Nayak’, ‘Janta’ to raise voice against the atrocities on Dalits. On …

BR Ambedkar Death Anniversary: Inspirational Quotes and Thoughts by Father of Indian Constitution
3 years, 3 months ago

BR Ambedkar Death Anniversary: Inspirational Quotes and Thoughts by Father of Indian Constitution

News 18  

Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar remains one of the most influential figures in India’s democracy. Popularly known as Babasaheb, Ambedkar donned several hats and contributed immensely towards shaping the first draft of the constitution. Dr Ambedkar fought relentlessly against social discrimination towards the untouchables and upliftment of the lower castes. On the occasion of Dr BR Ambedkar’s death anniversary, also known as …

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