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 held to bid farewell to. "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 held to bid farewell to him. The ceremonial bench also witnessed Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi, Senior Advocate CS Vaidyanathan, Senior Advocate AM Singhvi, and Senior Advocate Menaka Guruswamy amongst others, all commending the exemplary judicial and administrative leadership, noting Justice Kaul's significant contributions across various jurisdictions, including Delhi, Punjab, and Madras.

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Centre notifies appointment of Justice K Vinod Chandran as Supreme Court judge
2 months, 1 week ago

Centre notifies appointment of Justice K Vinod Chandran as Supreme Court judge

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Centre, in a notification issued on Monday, appointed Patna High Court Chief Justice K Vinod Chandran as a Supreme Court judge. “In exercise of the powers conferred by the Constitution of India, the President, after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, is pleased to appoint Justice Krishnan Vinod Chandran, Chief Justice, Patna High Court, as a …

Congress cries foul over NHRC appointments: Read who are Justices Rohinton, Joseph, Muralidhar and Qureshi, whose names were recommended by Rahul and Kharge
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress cries foul over NHRC appointments: Read who are Justices Rohinton, Joseph, Muralidhar and Qureshi, whose names were recommended by Rahul and Kharge

Op India  

On 23rd December, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, appointed retired Justice V Ramasubramanian as the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission. This departure undermines the principles of fairness and impartiality, which are critical to the credibility of the Selection Committee.” Interestingly, they had recommended retired Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman and Justice Kuttiyil Mathew Joseph for the post of …

Former SC judge Sanjay Kishan Kaul appointed to Bahrain commercial court
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Former SC judge Sanjay Kishan Kaul appointed to Bahrain commercial court

Hindustan Times  

Former Supreme Court judge, justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, has been appointed by Bahrain King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa as part of the nine-member judicial panel of the Bahrain International Commercial Court. Justice Kaul, who retired from the Supreme Court on December 25 last year, is the only Indian judge on the panel with leading arbitrator Jan Paulsson as president …

Journey more important than reaching CJI milestone, says Justice Nagarathna
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2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

DC Edit | Top court must pull up errant high court judge
3 months, 1 week ago

DC Edit | Top court must pull up errant high court judge

Deccan Chronicle  

That the Supreme Court of India has taken note of the reports of a hate speech given by Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad high court, that it has called for its details and particulars from the high court and that the matter is under consideration of the apex court must bring immense relief to those who believe in …

Supreme Court Weekly Round-up: November 25, 2024 To December 01, 2024
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Supreme Court Weekly Round-up: November 25, 2024 To December 01, 2024

Live Law  

Index Citations M/S Ajay Protech Pvt. Case Details: State of Karnataka v. Chandrasha Criminal Appeal No.2646 Of 2024 Citation: 2024 LiveLaw 926 While convicting a government servant for taking a bribe of Rs.2000, the Supreme Court observed that it was not necessary for the amount involved to be substantial to draw the presumption under Section 20 of the Prevention of …

Justice Kuldip Singh Dies at 92: How India’s ‘Green Judge’ Protected Environment Through Landmark Verdicts
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Justice Kuldip Singh Dies at 92: How India’s ‘Green Judge’ Protected Environment Through Landmark Verdicts

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 29, 2024 19:51 IST - 5 MINS READ Justice Kuldip Singh, who passed away on November 25 at the age of 92, was a colossus of environmental litigation. Direct appointment to Supreme Court Additional Solicitor General Kuldip Singh directly became Justice Kuldip Singh of the Supreme Court. In his eight years on the Supreme Court bench, Justice …

Each government branch must honour its constitutional role: Chief Justice
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Each government branch must honour its constitutional role: Chief Justice

India Today  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday said that each branch of the government must honour its constitutionally-assigned role by nurturing inter-institutional equilibrium. These numbers reflect a challenge, and yet --they represent the deep trust citizens place in our courts as the ultimate arbiters of justice," Chief Justice Khanna said. "Last year alone, our district courts resolved over 20.14 …

‘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 …

Law Should Be Shield For Weak, Not Weapon For Strong: Punjab & Haryana HC Chief Justice Sheel Nagu
4 months ago

Law Should Be Shield For Weak, Not Weapon For Strong: Punjab & Haryana HC Chief Justice Sheel Nagu

Live Law  

The Chief Justice Of Punjab and Haryana High Court Justice Sheel Nagu said that, “Legal literacy is the key that unlocks the doors of justice for all. In a just society, law should be a shield for the weak, not a weapon for the strong.” The judge was speaking at the conference titled "Authorities for Empowering the Marginalized and a …

Transformative yet unfulfilled: Senior lawyers on Chief Justice Chandrachud's tenure
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Justice Khanna bids adieu to Chief Justice Chandrachud: When a towering tree…
4 months, 1 week 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 …

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 …

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 …

In a special hearing, Supreme Court Bench expunges Punjab and Haryana High Court judge’s remarks against top court
7 months, 2 weeks ago

In a special hearing, Supreme Court Bench expunges Punjab and Haryana High Court judge’s remarks against top court

The Hindu  

A Bench led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. A video capturing the comments by Justice Rajbir Sehrawat of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, in court, was widely circulated on social media, compelling the Chief Justice of India to urge judges to exercise restraint and responsibility while making observations in the course of court proceedings. Although Attorney General R. …

Kotiswar Singh, Mahadevan take oath as Supreme Court judges; top court attains full strength
8 months ago

Kotiswar Singh, Mahadevan take oath as Supreme Court judges; top court attains full strength

The Hindu  

Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud administered the oath of office to two new Supreme Court judges, Justices N. Kotiswar Singh and R. Mahadevan, on Thursday, July 18, 2024. The Collegium has lately recommended senior Delhi High Court judge, Justice Suresh Kumar Kait, for appointment as the Chief Justice of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. “The Collegium has …

Supreme Court welcomes two new judges, marks historic first for Manipur
8 months ago

Supreme Court welcomes two new judges, marks historic first for Manipur

Hindustan Times  

Justices N Kotiswar Singh and R Mahadevan were on Thursday morning sworn in as judges of the Supreme Court of India. The central government had previously cleared their appointments on July 16, following the recommendations of the Supreme Court collegium. Justice Kotiswar Singh’s elevation is a landmark achievement, providing representation to the North-East region and fulfilling a long-standing gap in …

Supreme Court gets 2 new judges, its first from Manipur
8 months ago

Supreme Court gets 2 new judges, its first from Manipur

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The central government on Tuesday notified the appointments of justices N Kotiswar Singh and R Mahadevan to the Supreme Court, following the recommendations by the collegium. The Supreme Court collegium, led by CJI Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, recommended their names on July 11, considering factors such as seniority, merit and judicial integrity Justice Singh’s elevation marks a historic moment …

Justices Kotiswar Singh, R. Mahadevan appointed to Supreme Court; top court to regain full strength
8 months ago

Justices Kotiswar Singh, R. Mahadevan appointed to Supreme Court; top court to regain full strength

The Hindu  

President Droupadi Murmu on July 16 appointed Justices N. Kotiswar Singh and Madras High Court Acting Chief Justice R. Mahadevan as Supreme Court judges. “Mr Justice N. Kotiswar Singh originally hails from Manipur… His appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court will provide representation to the North-East, and in particular, he will be the first Judge from the State …

Justices Kotiswar Singh, R. Mahadevan proposed for elevation to Supreme Court
8 months, 1 week ago

Justices Kotiswar Singh, R. Mahadevan proposed for elevation to Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The five-member Supreme Court Collegium headed by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud on July 11 recommended Justice N. Kotiswar Singh and Madras High Court Acting Chief Justice R. Mahadevan for appointment as apex court judges. “Mr Justice N. Kotiswar Singh originally hails from Manipur… His appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court will provide representation to the North-East, …

Justice Gavai cautions HC judge against canvassing for elevation to SC, lack of punctuality
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Justice Gavai cautions HC judge against canvassing for elevation to SC, lack of punctuality

Hindustan Times  

In a stern word on judicial conduct, Supreme Court judge BR Gavai admonished certain high court judges for various lapses, including canvassing for their elevation to the apex court, and failing to adhere to punctuality and efficiency in their duties. “While cooperative federalism is essential for maintaining India’s unity and integrity, competition, contestation or friction between the different federal units, …

Lawyers, judges rise above differences in quest for justice: CJI DY Chandrachud
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Lawyers, judges rise above differences in quest for justice: CJI DY Chandrachud

India TV News  

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Wednesday said that he feels social media exacerbates differences between people but lawyers and judges rise above the differences in the common quest for justice. In his address after laying the foundation stone for the new Telangana High Court complex, to come up adjacent to the Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agriculture University at …

‘Collegium not the best system to pick judges... transparent dialogue needed’: Justice SK Kaul
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Collegium not the best system to pick judges... transparent dialogue needed’: Justice SK Kaul

Hindustan Times  

The collegium system of appointing judges to constitutional courts is no longer the best mechanism and the executive and the judiciary ought to come together to formalise a method enabling transparent exchange of views instead of “secretive” or “back-door” consultations, outgoing Supreme Court judge justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul has emphasised. Justice SK Kaul Associated with the issue of judicial appointments …

Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul’s message to judges — be bold
1 year, 3 months ago

Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul’s message to judges — be bold

The Hindu  

Supreme Court judge, Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul bid farewell to his fellow judges with this message — be bold. “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 from the Ceremonial Bench convened at the Chief Justice of India’s courtroom …

Govt vs Court – the problem is structural
1 year, 3 months ago

Govt vs Court – the problem is structural

Hindustan Times  

A Bench of the Supreme Court consisting of justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Sudhanshu Dhulia has criticised the Centre’s “selective approach” in appointing and transferring judges of the higher judiciary. In the United Kingdom, it is a Judicial Appointment Commission that chooses judges for higher courts; neither the judiciary nor the executive has predominance. India does not have a “clearly …

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 …

Hone ethical practices, Justice Kaul exhorts Nalsar graduates
1 year, 6 months ago

Hone ethical practices, Justice Kaul exhorts Nalsar graduates

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Senior judge of the Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul stressed the need to uphold the morality of the Constitution, which recognizes plurality and diversity in the society. Pointing out at the ongoing political speeches, Justice Kaul said “we are living in extremely polarised times as we find lots of instances of disturbing political speeches. Everyone should follow the …

Jammu & Kashmir And Ladakh High Court Chief Justice Inaugurates Court Complex, Legal Literacy Club In North Kashmir's Gurez
1 year, 8 months ago

Jammu & Kashmir And Ladakh High Court Chief Justice Inaugurates Court Complex, Legal Literacy Club In North Kashmir's Gurez

Live Law  

While inaugurating the new court complex in North Kashmir's Gurez area on Saturday, the Chief Justice of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court Justice N. Kotiswar Singh emphasized the importance of a robust judicial system in ensuring the rule of law and safeguarding the rights of citizens. The ceremony was also attended by Justice Moksha Khajuria Kazmi ; Principal …

Justice Atul Sreedharan Takes Oath As Jammu & Kashmir High Court Judge
1 year, 10 months ago

Justice Atul Sreedharan Takes Oath As Jammu & Kashmir High Court Judge

Live Law  

Justice Atul Sreedharan was today sworn in as a Judge of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. Justice Sreedharan had sought a transfer from Madhya Pradesh High Court, where his daughter will soon enter practice. The oath taking ceremony was physically attended at Srinagar by Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Justice Rajnesh Oswal, Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul, Justice Mohan Lal, …

No Confrontation Between Government & Supreme Court : Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju
1 year, 11 months ago

No Confrontation Between Government & Supreme Court : Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju

Live Law  

On speaking about the recent media reports regarding differences between the government and the supreme court, Union Minister for Law and Justice Kiren Rijiju said that in a democracy there were bound to be differences of opinion. Rijiju also pointed out that though there was a separation of power between the executive and the judiciary, it did not mean that …

Centre clears appointments of five judicial officers as judges of Gujarat High Court
2 years ago

Centre clears appointments of five judicial officers as judges of Gujarat High Court

India TV News  

The Law Ministry on Wednesday cleared the appointments of five judicial officers as judges of the Gujarat High Court. "As per the relevant provisions under the Constitution of India, the following Judicial Officers are appointed as Judges of High Court of Gujarat," Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju tweeted. Earlier on March 2, the Supreme Court collegium recommended five judicial officials- …

Spotlight On Recent Appointments To Supreme Court - Justice Sanjay Karol
2 years ago

Spotlight On Recent Appointments To Supreme Court - Justice Sanjay Karol

Live Law  

A general criticism of the Indian Courts has been that very little is known to the public about the judges being recommended by respective Collegium before their appointment, on merit and suitability. Prisoners’ Rights In Law Foundation v State of Bihar, the division bench of Chief Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice S. Kumar got the state government to disclose in …

Centre wanted vetting process in picking judges
2 years, 1 month ago

Centre wanted vetting process in picking judges

The Hindu  

The government, just a little over a month before the Supreme Court Collegium recommended advocate Victoria Gowri for Madras High Court judgeship on January 17, 2023, had in the apex court flagged the “compelling need” for a debate to include an “appropriate mechanism” in the Memorandum of Procedure for “assessment of the personality” of candidates under consideration for judicial appointments …

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 …

Centre clears 5 judges after prod from Supreme Court
2 years, 1 month ago

Centre clears 5 judges after prod from Supreme Court

Hindustan Times  

The Union government cleared five new judges for the Supreme Court, hours after it assured a top court bench that the appointments will happen “very soon”, according to people aware of the matter who said a formal notification was likely to be issued late on Friday night or over the weekend. While hearing a contempt plea complaining against inordinate delay …

Pending Recommendations To Appoint 5 SC Judges Will Be Cleared Soon : AG Tells Supreme Court
2 years, 1 month ago

Pending Recommendations To Appoint 5 SC Judges Will Be Cleared Soon : AG Tells Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Attorney General for India R Venkataramani on Friday informed the Supreme Court that the Central Government will very soon clear the recommendations forwarded by the Supreme Court collegium in December 2022 to elevate five High Court judges to the Supreme Court.Replying to a query raised by the Court regarding the status of the pending recommendations, the AG assured that …

Supreme Court Bench Led By CJI To Hear Mentioning Matters Before Constitution Bench Assembles Today
2 years, 2 months ago

Supreme Court Bench Led By CJI To Hear Mentioning Matters Before Constitution Bench Assembles Today

Live Law  

As per a notice issued yesterday, the Constitution bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud will assemble after CJI Chandrachud and Justice PS Narasimha's division bench has heard mentioning matters. This is contrary to usual practice as per which when the CJI sits in a Constitution bench, mentionings are made before the next senior judge. On days when …

Supreme Court Annual Digest 2022- ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
2 years, 2 months ago

Supreme Court Annual Digest 2022- ADMINISTRATIVE LAW

Live Law  

Administrative Law Administrative Law - Administrative/executive orders or circulars, as the case may be, in the absence of any legislative competence cannot be made applicable with retrospective effect. Vijay Rajmohan v. State, 2022 LiveLaw 832 : AIR 2022 SC 4974 Central Administrative Tribunal - Punishment for contempt imposed on Advocate for alleged intemperate behaviour in court- SC sets aside CAT …

In Centre vs collegium, Law Minister Kiren Rijiju says 'Issue of vacancies will linger till...'
2 years, 3 months ago

In Centre vs collegium, Law Minister Kiren Rijiju says 'Issue of vacancies will linger till...'

India TV News  

Law Minister vs Supreme Court: Law Minister Kiren Rijiju told the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that the issue of vacancies and appointments in the higher judiciary would continue to linger till such time a new system is created for the same. Replying to questions in the Upper House of Parliament, the law minister said the Centre has limited powers over …

President Nominates Supreme Court Judge Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul As Executive Chairman Of NALSA
2 years, 3 months ago

President Nominates Supreme Court Judge Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul As Executive Chairman Of NALSA

Live Law  

The President of India has nominated Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, judge of the Supreme Court, as the Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority.Justice Kaul is the second senior judge of the Supreme Court. The present Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud, was the previous Executive Chairman of NALSA.As per convention, the post is occupied by the second …

Mukul Rohatgi at Sahitya AajTak 2022: Justice is not prompt or swift in our country
2 years, 4 months ago

Mukul Rohatgi at Sahitya AajTak 2022: Justice is not prompt or swift in our country

India Today  

Former Attorney General for India Mukul Rohatgi and senior advocate Saurabh Kirpal spoke about flaws in the Indian judiciary, the conservatism of the government of India and the lack of fear of the law in the country during a session at Sahitya AajTak 2022 on November 19. The session, 'Book Launch: Fifteen Judgements: Cases that have Shaped the Financial Landscape …

'Not transparent, internal politics in Judiciary...' Law Minister Rijiju on judicial appointments
2 years, 5 months ago

'Not transparent, internal politics in Judiciary...' Law Minister Rijiju on judicial appointments

Firstpost  

Rijiju said India has a vibrant democracy and sometimes appeasement politics can also be observed Ahmedabad: Emphasizing the need for reforms in judicial appointments, Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju has said the procedure of the Collegium system is very opaque and there exists “internal politics” in the Judiciary. But the issue is that when the judiciary goes astray, there is …

Kalkaji Temple Case : Supreme Court Appoints ASG Aishwarya Bhati As Amicus Curiae
2 years, 5 months ago

Kalkaji Temple Case : Supreme Court Appoints ASG Aishwarya Bhati As Amicus Curiae

Live Law  

The Supreme Court, on Monday, appointed Additional Solicitor General, Ms. Aishwarya Bhati as Amicus Curiae, in a plea assailing the Delhi High Court order regarding the administration and maintenance of Kalkaji Temple. "We request Ms. Aishwarya Bhati, ASG to assist the court as an amicus curiae. He added that an offshoot to the main matter is the challenge to the …

Supreme Court Weekly Round Up [September 18 to September 24]
2 years, 5 months ago

Supreme Court Weekly Round Up [September 18 to September 24]

Live Law  

JUDGMENTS THIS WEEK Not Necessary To Give Opportunity Of Hearing To Would-Be Accused Before Court Makes Complaint U/Sec 195/340 CrPC : Supreme Court Case Title: State of Punjab vs Jasbir Singh CrA 335/2020 The Supreme Court observed that it is not necessary to give an opportunity of hearing to a would- be accused before a complaint is made under Section …

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, …

'Strengthening The District Judiciary Is The Need Of The Hour': CJI N.V. Ramana
2 years, 7 months ago

'Strengthening The District Judiciary Is The Need Of The Hour': CJI N.V. Ramana

Live Law  

While delivering his speech at the First Meeting of the All India District Legal Services Authority, organised by NALSA, Chief Justice of India, N.V. Ramana emphasized on the urgent need to strengthen the subordinate judiciary. District Courts being people's first point of contact with the judiciary plays a pivotal role in the dispensation of justice. He reckoned that being the …

Top court crossed 'Laxman rekha': Former judges, bureaucrats slam SC's remarks against Nupur Sharma
2 years, 8 months ago

Top court crossed 'Laxman rekha': Former judges, bureaucrats slam SC's remarks against Nupur Sharma

Firstpost  

“In the annals of judiciary, the unfortunate comments have no parallel and are indelible scar on justice system of the largest democracy…,” the statement signed by 15 former judges, 77 ex-all India services officers and 25 veterans said. New Delhi: A group of former judges and bureaucrats on Tuesday criticised the recent Supreme Court observations against suspended BJP member Nupur …

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