‘Controversy surrounding PM’s visit to CJI’s residence unwarranted’: DMK MP Wilson
6 months, 2 weeks 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 for Ganapati Puja is entirely unwarranted in my opinion. We can’t socially ostracise judges.” Further, he said, “Hon’ble Justice D.Y.

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CJI Chandrachud: No Controversy in PM Modi's Visit to My Residence for Ganpati Puja
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

CJI Chandrachud: No Controversy in PM Modi's Visit to My Residence for Ganpati Puja

The Hindu  

CJI Chandrachud addresses the controversy surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to his residence for Ganpati puja, stating that there is 'nothing wrong' and that the dialogue between the judiciary and the executive takes place as a part of the robust inter-institutional mechanism and separation of powers.

CJI D.Y. Chandrachud Defends PM Modi's Ganpati Puja Visit: 'Absolutely Nothing Wrong As These Are'
4 months, 3 weeks ago

CJI D.Y. Chandrachud Defends PM Modi's Ganpati Puja Visit: 'Absolutely Nothing Wrong As These Are'

ABP News  

CJI D.Y. Chandrachud has defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to his residence during Ganpati Puja, stating that there is nothing inappropriate about such interactions. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a mature political discourse and that these dialogues do not pertain to specific cases but rather encompass broader societal issues.

CJI's Statement on PM Modi's Visit to His Residence Sparks Debate
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

CJI's Statement on PM Modi's Visit to His Residence Sparks Debate

New Indian Express  

CJI D Y Chandrachud has stated that there is nothing wrong with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to his official residence for Ganpati prayers. He emphasized the importance of a robust dialogue between the judiciary and the executive, highlighting that the two institutions have a mechanism for meeting and discussing issues related to the administration.

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, 2 weeks 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 …

Modi, Chandrachud meeting not the first time PM-CJI met for a private function – Firstpost
6 months, 2 weeks 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's Visit To CJI's Residence Should Have Been Avoided :Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal
6 months, 2 weeks ago

PM's Visit To CJI's Residence Should Have Been Avoided :Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal

Live Law  

Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal opined that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the residence of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud for Ganpati Puja should have been avoided. Sibal was addressing the media in the context of the controversy created by the PM's visit to the CJI's residence. You should not lend yourself in a situation, where people can gossip …

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, 2 weeks 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 …

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 …

'Very Unfortunate': CJI Ramana On Speculations In Media Over SC Judges' Appointment
3 years, 7 months ago

'Very Unfortunate': CJI Ramana On Speculations In Media Over SC Judges' Appointment

ABP News  

New Delhi: Expressing displeasure over speculative media reports over the collegium meeting regarding the appointment of judges in Supreme Court, Chief Justice of India N V Ramana on Wednesday termed it to be "very unfortunate". Ramana also pointed out that the process of appointment of judges is sacrosanct and has dignity attached to it and the media must understand and …

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 …

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