Vested interests aiming to influence judiciary: Over 600 lawyers including Harish Salve, Pinky Anand to CJI

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Integrity of constitutional institutions should be insulated from political influence, Says SC Judge

Bengaluru, India must protect the integrity of its constitutional institutions from outside interference, including those that are politically motivated, said Justice P S Narasimha, Judge, Supreme Court of India, on Sunday. Integrity of constitutional institutions should be insulated from political influence, Says SC Judge Justice Narasimha was delivering the Justice E S Ventakaramiah Centennial Memorial Lecture, organised by the National …

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“Take it in your stride”: CJI Khanna firm on administrative listing decisions

Hindustan Times

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Thursday firmly discouraged oral mentions for case listings in the Supreme Court, urging lawyers to respect decisions made by him in his administrative capacity as the “master of the roster”. Addressing lawyers seeking dates for their cases during a crowded court session, justice Khanna remarked: “We will not allow oral mentioning. Justice Khanna’s …

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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 …

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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 …

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NGO writes to CJI Sanjiv Khanna seeking probe against Allahabad high court judge over ‘anti-Muslim slurs'

Hindustan Times

An NGO headed by senior Supreme Court lawyer Prashant Bhushan has written to Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna seeking a probe against Allahabad high court judge, Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, who attended a meeting of the right-wing Vishva Hindu Parishad and made alleged anti-Muslim remarks at the event. The letter read, “Justice Yadav used unpardonable and unconscionable slurs against …

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Mint Explainer: Can lawyers also be journalists?

Live Mint

Can an advocate double as a journalist without compromising the sanctity of either profession? In July, the Supreme Court directed the BCI and the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh to examine whether Kamran’s dual roles violated the BCI’s professional conduct rules. Read this | Mint Explainer: The Adani bribery charges and the US legal process "The court will likely consider …

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Rajasthan High Court Dismisses PIL Challenging Appointments Of AAGs, Law Officers; Says Executive's Domain To Decided Their Suitability

Live Law

The Rajasthan High Court has dismissed a PIL filed by the national President of “Lashkar-E-Hind”, challenging the appointment of Additional Advocate Generals and Law Officers by the State Government, for lacking any merits and being filed solely on the basis of vague allegations. “The suitability of a lawyer who is engaged by the Government is a matter exclusively within the …

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'Don't Dig Up Ghosts, Be Sensitive About Judiciary': Supreme Court In PIL Against Ex-Andhra CM Jagan Over Remarks On Justice Ramana

Live Law

While hearing a PIL filed against ex-Andhra Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy over his allegations of impropriety against former Chief Justice of India NV Ramana, the Supreme Court today remarked that people should be sensitive atleast towards the judiciary. In the context of the main matter, Justice Kant posed to the petitioner's counsel, "who has advised you to unnecessarily …

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‘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 …

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Better bar, better judges: Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna on Constitution Day event

India Today

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna addressed a gathering of lawyers during the Constitution Day event organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association on Tuesday. "The better the bar, the better the judges," CJI Khanna said, emphasising the integral role of lawyers in the judiciary. CJI Khanna further remarked that judges "shine in reflected glory" and said that it was …

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Social media used by pressure groups to influence outcome of cases: ex CJI Chandrachud

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Former Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud on Sunday said social media is being used by special interest groups to influence the outcome of cases and that judges need to be wary of them. "It is concerning that nobody has the patience or the tolerance today on social media to understand, and that is a very serious issue that …

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Recent Attacks On Lawyers | Madras High Court Asks Public Prosecutor To Facilitate Meeting Between Bar Bodies & DGP

Live Law

The Madras High Court on Thursday asked the State Public Prosecutor Hasan Mohammed Jinnah to facilitate a meeting between the bar bodies in the State and the Director General of Police to come up with solutions to address the issue of frequent attacks on lawyers. The Senior advocate informed the court that the entire bar body was disturbed by the …

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NCLAT judge recuses over his brother’s text

Hindustan Times

In an extraordinary turn of events, a judicial member of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal recused himself from a case, revealing that his brother approached him via text messages regarding the matter. NCLAT judge recuses over his brother’s text The order, passed by justice Sharad Kumar Sharma, the judicial member presiding over the NCLAT bench in Chennai, underscored the …

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CJI Sanjiv Khanna Expresses Concerns Over Youngsters Leaving Litigation, Says Legal Profession Must Address Entry Barriers

Live Law

Chief Justice of India, Justice Sanjiv Khanna recently highlighted the growing trend of young lawyers opting out of litigation and the need to ensure financial and social security for f the entry-level professionals in the field. The CJI was speaking at the 'Felicitation Function' organised by the Bar Council of India, where he expressed: "Today we are witnessing a concerning …

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CJI Sanjiv Khanna Expresses Concerns Over Youngsters Leaving Litigation, Says Legal Profession Must Address Entry Barriers

Live Law

Chief Justice of India, Justice Sanjiv Khanna recently highlighted the growing trend of young lawyers opting out of litigation and the need to ensure financial and social security for f the entry-level professionals in the field. The CJI was speaking at the 'Felicitation Function' organised by the Bar Council of India, where he expressed: "Today we are witnessing a concerning …

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Allahabad High Court Cautions Bar Members Against Actions That Could Tarnish Judges' Image In The Eyes Of Public

Live Law

The Allahabad High Court recently observed that members of the Bar should be more responsible when their actions may malign or, to some extent, question a judge's image in the eyes of the public at large. Essentially, the Court expressed displeasure over the fact that the brief holder appearing for the advocate for the appellants did not inform the Court …

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Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as Chief Justice: Key cases that could define his legacy

India Today

Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in today as the 51st Chief Justice of India, stepping into one of the country's most influential judicial roles. His role involves ensuring a fair and efficient distribution of cases, impacting not only the pace of justice but also the people's confidence in the Supreme Court's impartiality. Among the prominent cases awaiting resolution under Justice …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bail being the rule message hasn’t reached district judiciary: CJI Chandrachud

Hindustan Times

CJI Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, in a candid conversation with Utkarsh Anand, reflected on his tenure and vision for India’s judiciary, outlining critical principles on independence, judicial appointments, and the role of the courts in upholding liberty. However, this fear within the district judiciary must be addressed, and high courts and the Supreme Court should not readily criticise a judge’s motives …

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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 …

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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 …

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The Mixed Legacy Of CJI DY Chandrachud

Live Law

Dr. Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, who had a relatively long tenure of two years as the Chief Justice of India, held the mantle of the judiciary when the Indian Republic was at a crossroads. Judicial appointments At one point of time during CJI Chandrachud's tenure, there was acrimonious friction between the judiciary and the executive regarding the primacy over judicial …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

President Praises 2022 Constitution Day Speech for Inspiring Supreme Court Report on Prison Reforms

Live Law

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud praised President Droupadi Murmu's 2022 Constitution Day address for igniting the conversation that led to the development of the report, 'Prisons in India: Mapping Prison Manuals and Measures for Reformation and Decongestion'. The report analyzes prison manuals across states and union territories, examining their constitutional alignment, and assessing the role of the district judiciary …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Compassion Fuels Judges' Determination: CJI's Speech Highlights the Importance of Compassion for the Judiciary

Live Law

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dhananjay Chandrachud emphasized the importance of compassion for society in sustaining judges. He cited a recent order granting relief to a Dalit student who lost admission to the IIT due to missing the deadline to pay online fees as an example of how compassion can motivate judges to make exceptions and show mercy. The CJI …

Mumbai

2 months ago

Chief Justice Highlights the Transformative Potential of Senior Designation in Legal Profession

Live Law

Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud spoke at the first international conference of the Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association on how the designation of senior counsel has a broader purpose and the idea is to bring a certain degree of accumulated understanding of law and society by virtue of experience. He added that when the purpose of the designation is that …

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3 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 …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Judiciary an integral institution, complacency not an option: CJI

Hindustan Times

Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud on Sunday underscored that complacency is a luxury the judiciary cannot afford even as he acknowledged the ongoing challenge of case pendency and emphasised that the judiciary’s effectiveness and independence are closely tied to ensuring proper working conditions and financial security for judges. In an institution as integral to the life of a …

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CJI DY Chandrachud Stresses Need For Open Communication Between Judicial Officers & High Court Judges

Live Law

The Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud while speaking at the valedictory ceremony of the 2 day long National Conference of the District Judiciary, addressed the issue of bridging communication gaps between the district judiciary and the High Courts. An environment of open, frank and wholistic communication between judicial officers and High Court judges is vital in achieving fair transfer …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Time To Think Of National-Level Judicial Recruitment Instead Of State-Based Selections : CJI DY Chandrachud

Live Law

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Sunday endorsed the idea of a national-level recruitment process for the judicial services of all States. He said that the time has now come to think of national integration by having recruitment to judicial service which crosses "narrow domestic walls of regionalism and state-centred selections". Time has really come now to truly think …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Constitution bench reserves judgment in arbitration case

Hindustan Times

New Delhi A Constitution bench of the Supreme Court on Friday reserved its judgment on the complex legal question of whether one party in an arbitration can unilaterally appoint a panel of arbitrators and require the other party to select arbitrators from that panel. During the proceedings, the bench highlighted the critical importance of maintaining integrity in arbitration, particularly in …

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3 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 …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Justice with empathy, fairness, compassion will define judiciary: Justice Khanna

Hindustan Times

Supreme Court judge Sanjiv Khanna on Saturday underlined that the judiciary’s true measure is not found in the grandeur of the court rooms or technological advancements but in its capacity to deliver justice with compassion, empathy and fairness. Speaking before a distinguished audience including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, justice Khanna set the tone for the National Conference of the District …

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Constitution bench says fairness key in arbitration

Hindustan Times

A Supreme Court constitution bench on Thursday underscored the importance of fairness in arbitration, particularly in cases involving the government and public sector undertakings, stating that the government’s interest should extend beyond securing favorable outcomes, focussing instead on preserving the integrity of the arbitration process as a whole. The five-judge bench, led by Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, …

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Karnataka HC quashes CBI plea in Deputy CM DK Shivakumar disproportionate assets case

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar termed the Karnataka High Court verdict quashing the CBI’s plea in the disproportionate assets case against him, as a victory for the people and the government. “It is more a victory for the people and the government than a personal one,” he told reporters after the HC quashed the application of CBI and BJP …

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From The Courtroom To The Classroom: Lessons For The Lawyers Of Tomorrow From The Life And Work Of M.K.Nambyar

Live Law

In the history of legal profession, certain figures emerge as key guides, influencing progress with their profound wisdom and unparalleled efforts. Though the law is complex, its foundational principles remain surprisingly straightforward—a paradox best illustrated by Mr. Nambyar's distinguished career. To understand Nambyar's significant impact on modern law, one must recognize that much of today's legal wisdom has been influenced …

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The Doctrine Of Per Incuriam In Indian Jurisprudence: Implications And Judicial Responses

Live Law

The Indian higher judiciary, represented by the Supreme Court and High Courts, plays a crucial role in adjudicating and interpreting laws within the country's legal framework. 26: Judgment and Orders: Judicial Decisions as Authorities per incuriam has been elucidated as under: “A decision is given per incuriam when the court has acted in ignorance of a previous decision of its …

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'Been in Judiciary for Last 24 Years, Can’t Let Lawyers Dictate Procedure': CJI Chandrachud Warns Lawyer During NEET Hearing

News 18

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud was on Tuesday compelled to ask security to get a lawyer removed from the Supreme Court while hearing a batch of petitions against the irregularities in NEET. I can’t let lawyers dictate procedure in this court,” the CJI said to advocate Mathews Nedumpara. Nedumpara refused the request of CJI Chandrachud to speak after Hooda …

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J&K judges should take note of growing arrests of Kashmir lawyers: Mirwaiz

The Hindu

Hurriyat chairman and Kashmir’s chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on July 19 sought the intervention of judges of the J&K and Ladakh High Court into a series of arrests of lawyers in the past month, in the wake of erstwhile J&K High Court Bar Association’s plans to hold internal elections. Former Bar chief Mian Qayoom, acting Bar chairman Nazir Ahmad …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Raises Concerns About Fresh Law Graduates Joining Judiciary, Low AIBE Standards & Politicisation Of Bar

Live Law

The Supreme Court on Tuesday called upon the Bar Council of India, Bar Councils of all states, the Supreme Court Bar Association, the Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association, and Bar Associations for all High Courts to provide suggestions for strengthening and enhancing the Bar Associations. Issues of AIBE, fresh law graduates joining the judiciary, politicisation of the bar During the proceedings …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

The Supreme Court’s Shockingly Effective Tactic for Having Toxic Opinions Ignored

Slate

This is part of Opinionpalooza, Slate’s coverage of the major decisions from the Supreme Court. In City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, the court’s conservatives held that laws criminalizing homeless people who have no access to shelter for sleeping outside do not violate the Eighth Amendment’s bar on “cruel and unusual” punishment. Like Loper Bright, Grants Pass lined up along …

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Kejriwal bail hearing: Lawyers’ delegation write to CJI over ‘unprecedented practices’ in courts

The Hindu

A delegation of 150 lawyers from the Delhi High Court and District Courts on Thursday, July 4, 2024, wrote to Chief Justice of India, Justice D.Y. The lawyers’ delegation highlighted a conflict of interest involving Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain, who stayed the bail order of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The delegation also highlighted an internal administrative order issued by the …

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Market surge emphasizes importance of Sebi, SAT: CJI DY Chandrachud

Live Mint

Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud on Thursday emphasized the importance of market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India and its appellate body Securities Appellate Tribunal in view of the relentless surge in stock prices. “It gives you a sense of the market sentiment," justice Chandrachud said, adding that it also “emphasizes the importance of regulatory authorities including Sebi …

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CJI DY Chandrachud highlights importance of SEBI and SAT in providing stable investment environment

Deccan Chronicle

Mumbai: Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, inaugurated the new premises of the Securities Appellate Tribunal at Mittal Court in Mumbai on Thursday and highlighted the importance of Securities and Exchange Board of India and SAT amidst surges in the stock market. "Therefore, regulators like SEBI and appellate forums like the SAT assume immense national importance in fostering a stable …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mamata, CJI Chandrachud express concern over lack of honesty in judiciary

New Indian Express

KOLKATA : West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Saturday expressed their concerns over lack of integrity and honesty in the judiciary. Chief Minister Banerjee said the judiciary should be honest and free from political bias. Dubbing the judiciary a “temple” for citizens, the CM said it serves as the last frontier for …

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Supreme Court's right-wingers reportedly keep taking cases based on 'outright deceptions'

Raw Story

The far-right majority on the Supreme Court is increasingly taking up cases where the plaintiffs aren't even dealing in basic fact, wrote Moira Donegan for The Guardian — in some cases, even engaging in "outright deceptions." While the Supreme Court did not rule for the false claims in this case, Donegan wrote, it's part of a disturbing trend of cases …

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Indian judiciary exercises prudence & restraint in interfering with arbitral awards: Justice Kohli

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, The Indian judiciary exercises prudence and restraint in interfering with arbitral awards and judicial intervention on grounds of patent illegality or public policy ought to be an exceptional measure to be deployed sparingly, Supreme Court judge Justice Hima Kohli has said. Indian judiciary exercises prudence & restraint in interfering with arbitral awards: Justice Kohli {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} …

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Indian judiciary exercises prudence & restraint in interfering with arbitral awards: Justice Kohli

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, The Indian judiciary exercises prudence and restraint in interfering with arbitral awards and judicial intervention on grounds of patent illegality or public policy ought to be an exceptional measure to be deployed sparingly, Supreme Court judge Justice Hima Kohli has said. Indian judiciary exercises prudence & restraint in interfering with arbitral awards: Justice Kohli She said the Supreme …

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Arbitration now preferred method for commercial justice: CJI Chandrachud

Hindustan Times

Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud has underscored the pivotal role of arbitration in the realm of commercial justice, asserting that it is no longer an alternative but a preferred method of dispute resolution. Delivering his address at the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom on Thursday evening, the CJI highlighted the evolution of arbitration from a supplementary dispute …

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7 months ago

Before Castigating Judiciary, Ensure Govt Appeals Come In Time : Supreme Court Judge Reacts To Sanjeev Sanyal's Comments On Vacation

Live Law

In a veiled reference to economist and member of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council Sanjeev Sanyal's criticism of the Supreme Court's working hours, Justice Dipankar Datta today said that those who castigate the judiciary should work towards putting a stop to the delays caused by authorities in pursuing remedies before the court. Expressing displeasure, Justice Datta further remarked, "Those …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Review: Raising the Bar by Pinky Anand and Saudamini Sharma

Hindustan Times

Lawyers’ books about advocacy and court cases face a peculiar problem. Anand, a former additional solicitor general of India with extensive experience in the legal field spanning the last four decades, presents a compelling exploration of important cases. 184pp, ₹405; Rupa Publications The book’s 12 chapters touch on a range of cases including the one that led to the imposition …

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Senthilbalaji played a central, pivotal role in job racket scam, ED tells Supreme Court

The Hindu

‘ The Directorate of Enforcement maintained in the Supreme Court that former Tamil Nadu Minister V. Senthilbalaji played a “central and pivotal role” in the “job racket scam” during the period 2014-2015. The ED said bank statements show cash deposits of ₹1.34 crore in the account of Mr. Senthilbalaji and ₹29.55 lakh in that of S. Megala, his wife. But …

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