CJI Sanjiv Khanna recuses himself from ECI chief appointment case
2 weeks, 6 days ago

CJI Sanjiv Khanna recuses himself from ECI chief appointment case

Hindustan Times  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday opted out of hearing a batch of pleas challenging the law relating to the appointment of Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners, PTI reported. CJI Sanjiv Khanna said that cases would be listed before another bench after the winter break. A bench of CJI Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar was hearing the matter, when the former told the advocates, appearing for the public interest litigation petitioners, that he could not hear the pleas now. The top court bench led by CJI Khanna, however, asked the central government and Election Commission of India to file their responses in the matter.

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“Take it in your stride”: CJI Khanna firm on administrative listing decisions
1 week, 3 days ago

“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 …

CJI administers oath of office to Justice Manmohan as SC judge; strength in SC rises to 33
2 weeks, 4 days ago

CJI administers oath of office to Justice Manmohan as SC judge; strength in SC rises to 33

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Thursday administered the oath of office to the Delhi High Court Chief Justice Manmohan as a judge of the Supreme Court, taking the strength of the SC to 33, out of a sanctioned of 34, including the CJI. In a private swearing-in ceremony held in the apex court premises, Justice …

CJI Sanjiv Khanna administers oath of office to Justice Manmohan as Supreme Court judge
2 weeks, 4 days ago

CJI Sanjiv Khanna administers oath of office to Justice Manmohan as Supreme Court judge

India TV News  

Justice Manmohan, former Chief Justice of Delhi High Court was sworn in as Supreme Court judge on Thursday. Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna administered the oath of office to Justice Manmohan.With the appointment of Justice Manmohan, Supreme Court's functional strength now increased to 33 judges as against its sanctioned strength of 34. Justice Manmohan served as a senior panel …

CJI Sanjiv Khanna Recuses From Hearing Pleas Challenging Law On CEC Appointment
2 weeks, 6 days ago

CJI Sanjiv Khanna Recuses From Hearing Pleas Challenging Law On CEC Appointment

ABP News  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday recused himself from hearing a batch of petitions challenging the exclusion of the Chief Justice from the panel responsible for selecting the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. The petitions have sought to stay the operation of Section 7 of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023, which excludes …

CJI Sanjiv Khanna recuses himself from hearing petitions on Election Commission Appointment Law
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

CJI Sanjiv Khanna recuses himself from hearing petitions on Election Commission Appointment Law

India TV News  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday recused himself from hearing petitions challenging the exclusion of the Chief Justice from the panel responsible for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. The petitions challenge the validity of Sections 7 and 8 of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023. A bench comprising CJI Khanna and …

‘All govt branches must honour constitutional duties’: CJI Sanjiv Khanna
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3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

News wrap: India’s retail inflation data, Vistara’s last flight, Sanjiv Khanna sworn in as CJI, Q2 results and more
1 month, 1 week ago

News wrap: India’s retail inflation data, Vistara’s last flight, Sanjiv Khanna sworn in as CJI, Q2 results and more

Live Mint  

News wrap: Several political and financial developments encompassed last week from November 11 to November 15 right from Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeding DY Chandrachud. November 11 Sanjiv Khanna takes oath President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the 51st Chief Justice of India at …

Supreme Court Notifies New Subject-Wise Roster With Effect From November 11
1 month, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Notifies New Subject-Wise Roster With Effect From November 11

Live Law  

The Supreme Court has published a new roster of work with effect from November 11, 2024, after Justice Sanjiv Khanna became the Chief Justice of India. The bench of the Chief Justice of India handles the maximum number of subjects, ranging from PILs, social justice, service, election, indirect taxation, arbitration, admirality, judicial service, the appointment of constitutional functionaries, armed forces, …

New CJI Sanjiv Khanna outlines vision to make courts approachable, user-friendly
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1 month, 1 week ago

New CJI Sanjiv Khanna outlines vision to make courts approachable, user-friendly

Hindustan Times  

New Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna laid out his vision to make courts “approachable and user-friendly” and termed the judiciary an integral, yet distinct and independent, part of the governance, news agency ANI reported. Justice Sanjiv Khanna after he was sworn-in as the 51st Chief Justice of India during a ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi, Monday, …

Clearing backlogs, affordable justice: Justice Khanna's vision as Chief Justice
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1 month, 1 week ago

Clearing backlogs, affordable justice: Justice Khanna's vision as Chief Justice

India Today  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, who was sworn in on Monday as the 51st Chief Justice of India, stressed that his key focus during his tenure will be addressing case backlogs, making litigation more affordable, reducing trial durations, and simplifying legal procedures. CONSTITUTIONAL GUARDIAN In a statement after taking over the country’s top judicial post, reflecting on his responsibility, …

President's banquet for Chief Justice Khanna showcases heritage of western India
1 month, 1 week ago

President's banquet for Chief Justice Khanna showcases heritage of western India

India Today  

A banquet honouring newly sworn-in Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna was hosted by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, and featured cultural and culinary elements from western India. President Droupadi Murmu hosted a dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre to welcome newly sworn-in Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, …

CJI Justice DY Chandrachud takes up THIS case on his last working day | Details inside
1 month, 1 week ago

CJI Justice DY Chandrachud takes up THIS case on his last working day | Details inside

India TV News  

On his last working day as Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud pronounced a verdict on a case related to euthanasia. The CJI gave relief to parents seeking euthanasia for son, report several media outlets. Justice DY Chandrachud leaves a transformative legacy in the judiciary Meanwhile, Justice DY Chandrachud on Sunday concluded his tenure as the 50th Chief Justice …

Family legacy to high-stakes verdicts: What to expect from CJI Sanjiv Khanna in six months
1 month, 1 week ago

Family legacy to high-stakes verdicts: What to expect from CJI Sanjiv Khanna in six months

India Today  

On November 11, Justice Sanjiv Khanna took the oath of office as the 51st chief justice of India. Chief Justice Khanna’s tenure will involve adjudicating some of the most consequential cases in recent Indian legal history, each carrying substantial implications for Indian society, politics and the economy. Another high-profile matter awaiting Chief Justice Khanna’s bench is Google’s appeal against the …

Justice Sanjiv Khanna sworn in as 51st CJI
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1 month, 1 week ago

Justice Sanjiv Khanna sworn in as 51st CJI

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi Justice Sanjiv Khanna took oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday, with President Droupadi Murmu administering the oath of office at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. President Droupadi Murmu in a group picture with Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, CJI Sanjiv Khanna, outgoing CJI DY Chandrachud and Union Law Minister Arjun Ram …

The road ahead for the Chief Justice
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1 month, 1 week ago

The road ahead for the Chief Justice

Hindustan Times  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna’s appointment as the 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday marks a pivotal moment for the Supreme Court. In the well-known “RTI judgment” of Supreme Court Vs Subhash Chandra Agarwal, justice Khanna upheld the application of the Right to Information Act to the CJI’s office, balancing transparency with judicial independence and the privacy rights of judges. He …

New CJI Sanjiv Khanna Stresses Need To Reduce Case Backlogs, To Prioritise Simplifying Judgments & Promoting Mediation
1 month, 1 week ago

New CJI Sanjiv Khanna Stresses Need To Reduce Case Backlogs, To Prioritise Simplifying Judgments & Promoting Mediation

Live Law  

Making judgments comprehensible to the citizens and promoting mediation will be the priorities of the newly sworn-in Chief Justice of India Justice Sanjiv Khanna.Addressing current challenges, the Chief Justice stressed the need to reduce case backlogs, make litigation more affordable and accessible, and simplify complex legal procedures. Making judgments comprehensible to the citizens and promoting mediation will be the priorities …

Rahul Gandhi skips oath-taking event of CJI Sanjiv Khanna: Why did BJP attack Indira Gandhi? Know here
1 month, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi skips oath-taking event of CJI Sanjiv Khanna: Why did BJP attack Indira Gandhi? Know here

India TV News  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna on Monday took oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent persons. The Bharatiya Janata Party slammed the Congress leader, reminding Congress of a ruling made by Justice Sanjiv Khanna's uncle Justice Hans Raj Khanna against a case related to the Emergency in 1976. BJP attacks …

Justice Sanjiv Khanna, his key judgments and the crucial cases that are yet to be decided
1 month, 1 week ago

Justice Sanjiv Khanna, his key judgments and the crucial cases that are yet to be decided

Op India  

On Monday, Supreme Court judge Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India. Justice Sanjiv Khanna is the nephew of former Supreme Court Judge Hans Raj Khanna, who infamously took on Indira Gandhi’s government in 1976. Key Judgments as Supreme Court Judge The newly appointed CJI was a part of the 7-Judge Bench that overruled the …

CJI Sanjiv Khanna's uncle was also in the running to become Chief Justice in 70s
1 month, 1 week ago

CJI Sanjiv Khanna's uncle was also in the running to become Chief Justice in 70s

Hindustan Times  

Sanjiv Khanna took oath as the Chief Justice of India on Monday. His uncle Justice Hans Raj Khanna was in the running for chief justice but the Indira Gandhi-led government ignored him for the post. Late Justice Hans Raj Khanna, who inspired CJI Khanna in his legal career, was a candidate for the country's top legal post in 1977 but …

CJI Sanjiv Khanna takes office: Major Supreme Court cases that will be heard by him
1 month, 1 week ago

CJI Sanjiv Khanna takes office: Major Supreme Court cases that will be heard by him

Hindustan Times  

Having been a part of several historic judgments, Justice Sanjiv Khanna on Monday took oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeding Justice DY Chandrachud. The top court bench's majority comprised of former CJI DY Chandrachud, Justices Sanjiv Khanna, JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra. As the question of whether marital rape will be criminalized remains unresolved for the time …

PM Modi congratulates new CJI Sanjiv Khanna after oath-taking ceremony: ‘My best wishes to…’
1 month, 1 week ago

PM Modi congratulates new CJI Sanjiv Khanna after oath-taking ceremony: ‘My best wishes to…’

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated justice Sanjiv Khanna on becoming the 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday. PM Modi also attended CJI Sanjiv Khanna's oath-taking ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan, Delhi, on Monday. Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as CJI Justice Sanjiv Khanna took oath as the Chief Justice of India on Monday. CJI Sanjiv Khanna's …

Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51th Chief Justice of India, will be in office for 183 days
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1 month, 1 week ago

Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51th Chief Justice of India, will be in office for 183 days

Firstpost  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna took oath as the 51st CJI on Monday succeeding Justice DY Chandrachud. President Droupadi Murmu, administered the oath of office to Justice Khanna at a swearing-in ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan which was attended by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as the 51st Chief …

Justice Sanjiv Khanna's landmark judgments: EVMs, electoral bonds and Kejriwal bail
1 month, 1 week ago

Justice Sanjiv Khanna's landmark judgments: EVMs, electoral bonds and Kejriwal bail

Hindustan Times  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna has taken oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today for a six-month tenure before retiring in May, 2025. Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Justice Khanna will be replacing outgoing CJI D Y Chandrachud and has a storied career spanning cases …

Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan
1 month, 1 week ago

Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Live Mint  

President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the 51st Chief Justice of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a post on X wrote, “Attended the oath taking ceremony of Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who has been sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India. Landmark …

Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeds DY Chandrachud
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1 month, 1 week ago

Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeds DY Chandrachud

Hindustan Times  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who has been part of several landmark Supreme Court judgments, was sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud sitting with CJI-designate Sanjiv Khanna in a ceremonial four-judge bench convened to bid his farewell. A Legacy of Landmark Judgments Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been part of several landmark …

FirstUp: Justice Sanjiv Khanna to take oath as new CJI, Sanjay Roy to face trial in Kolkata rape-murder…Top news today
1 month, 1 week ago

FirstUp: Justice Sanjiv Khanna to take oath as new CJI, Sanjay Roy to face trial in Kolkata rape-murder…Top news today

Firstpost  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna is set to take oath as the new Chief Justice of India, succeeding CJI DY Chandrachud. Meanwhile, in Kolkata, Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case, will face trial nearly three months after a postgraduate doctor was found dead Justice Sanjiv Khanna will take over as the 51st CJI of India. …

Who is Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the new Chief Justice of India?
1 month, 1 week ago

Who is Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the new Chief Justice of India?

Hindustan Times  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna, senior judge of the Supreme Court, was sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, November 11. Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the second-most senior judge of the Supreme Court, was proposed for the role of Chief Justice by the outgoing CJI DY Chandrachud, who retired on November 10, after serving since November …

Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as Chief Justice: Key cases that could define his legacy
1 month, 1 week ago

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 …

Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India
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1 month, 1 week ago

Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India

India TV News  

51st Chief Justice of India: Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who has been part of several landmark Supreme Court judgements such as scrapping the electoral bonds scheme and upholding the abrogation of Article 370, on Monday was sworn in as the 51st Chief Justice of India. Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who became a Supreme Court judge in January 2019, has been part of …

Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India
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1 month, 1 week ago

Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India

India Today  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna took oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, following the retirement of his predecessor, Justice DY Chandrachud. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office to Justice Khanna at a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren …

The Chief who changed the court: Justice Chandrachud's transformative tenure
1 month, 1 week 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 Sanjiv Khanna to take oath as India’s 51st Chief Justice today
1 month, 1 week ago

Justice Sanjiv Khanna to take oath as India’s 51st Chief Justice today

Hindustan Times  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna is set to take the oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday in a ceremony presided over by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The ceremony, scheduled for 10 am, marks a new chapter for India’s judiciary as justice Khanna succeeds justice Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, who retired on November 10 after a distinguished two-year …

Sanjiv Khanna to be sworn in as 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday, to succeed DY Chandrachud
1 month, 1 week ago

Sanjiv Khanna to be sworn in as 51st Chief Justice of India on Monday, to succeed DY Chandrachud

Live Mint  

Sanjiv Khanna will take oath as the new Chief Justice of India on Monday — with President Droupadi Murmu administering the oath of office at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 10 am. Justice Khanna is the son of former Delhi High Court judge Justice Dev Raj Khanna and the nephew of prominent former apex court judge H R Khanna. The CJI — …

Exclusive: DY Chandrachud on his plans after retiring as Chief Justice of India
1 month, 1 week ago

Exclusive: DY Chandrachud on his plans after retiring as Chief Justice of India

Hindustan Times  

Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud is set to retire as the Chief Justice of India on Sunday, November 10. Hinting at possible roles for a Supreme Court judge, or CJI, Chandrachud said the nature of the cases that are presented before these tribunals are such that they hold immense value, requiring individuals with “highest levels of integrity and expertise to preside over …

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

‘Please forgive me for…’: DY Chandrachud’s farewell message as Chief Justice of India
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Please forgive me for…’: DY Chandrachud’s farewell message as Chief Justice of India

Live Mint  

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud marked his final day in office on Friday as the 50th head of the Indian judiciary with a special message from the ceremonial bench. Quoting the Jain phrase ‘Michhami Dukkadam,’ he said, “If I have ever hurt anyone in the court, please forgive me for that.” The phrase means, “May all my misdeeds be …

Sanjiv Khanna: A Servant of Justice, Stepping into the Chief Justiceship of India
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sanjiv Khanna: A Servant of Justice, Stepping into the Chief Justiceship of India

The Hindu  

Justice Sanjiv Khanna, a low-profile and strict judge, takes over as the 51st Chief Justice of India for a short tenure of six months. He is known for his independence and avoids the limelight. As the Chief Justice, he will be tasked with handling a wide range of high-profile cases and navigating the delicate balance between the rule of law …

SC Allows Continuation of Former Delhi HC Judge as Chairperson of Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission Despite Crossing Age Limit
2 months ago

SC Allows Continuation of Former Delhi HC Judge as Chairperson of Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission Despite Crossing Age Limit

The Hindu  

Former Delhi High Court judge, Justice Jayant Nath, has been allowed to continue as Chairperson of the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) despite crossing the age limit of 65 years. The Supreme Court's order came after a plea by the Delhi government, which was agreeable to both options presented by the court: either continuing Nath in the post or naming …

Supreme Court Refuses To Stay Election Commissioners' Act Dropping CJI From Selection Panel
9 months ago

Supreme Court Refuses To Stay Election Commissioners' Act Dropping CJI From Selection Panel

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Thursday decided against staying the controversial Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023, which removes the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel appointing election commissioners. The petitions, filed by Congress leader Jaya Thakur, the Association for Democratic Reforms, and others, questioned the legitimacy of the Act's amendments, particularly the exclusion of the …

SC refuses to stay appointments of new ECs under 2023 law, to hear batch of pleas on March 21
9 months, 1 week ago

SC refuses to stay appointments of new ECs under 2023 law, to hear batch of pleas on March 21

New Indian Express  

Although the top court had earlier in its order refused to stay the implementation of the Election Commissioner Act, 2023, it had said it would examine the matter at a later stage, and thereby issued a notice to the Centre and sought the response in April. The recently passed law allows the appointment to the posts of CEC and Election …

EC appointments: Supreme Court to hear ADR plea on March 15
9 months, 1 week ago

EC appointments: Supreme Court to hear ADR plea on March 15

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court will on Friday hear a plea by non-profit organisation, the Association for Democratic Reforms, which has sought to restrain the Union government from appointing two new election commissioners under a new law — The Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023. The plea highlighted how the new law marked a crucial departure from a judgment …

Congress leader moves SC seeking to restrain Centre from appointing new ECs
9 months, 1 week ago

Congress leader moves SC seeking to restrain Centre from appointing new ECs

The Hindu  

A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking to restrain the Centre from appointing new election commissioners as per a 2023 law, the provisions of which have been challenged in the apex court. "That petitioner most respectfully submitted that in view of facts that election for Lok Sabha Election 2024 may be announced shortly, therefore appointment of member …

Pick upright officers to fill up vacancies in the apex poll body
9 months, 1 week ago

Pick upright officers to fill up vacancies in the apex poll body

New Indian Express  

When a member of the Election Commission of India who is in line to become the Chief Election Commissioner suddenly puts in his papers, it does sound odd. Yet, Election Commissioner Arun Goel sent his resignation letter to President Droupadi Murmu on March 8 without copying it to his boss, CEC Rajiv Kumar. With three more years left in the …

Election Commissioner Arun Goel resigns ahead of Lok Sabha elections; Opposition parties express deep concern
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Election Commissioner Arun Goel resigns ahead of Lok Sabha elections; Opposition parties express deep concern

New Indian Express  

His tenure was till December 5, 2027, and he would have become Chief Election Commissioner after incumbent Rajiv Kumar retired in February next year. According to the new law on appointment of CEC and ECs, a search committee headed by the law minister and comprising two union secretaries will shortlist five names. Last year, the Supreme Court had dismissed a …

Ex-SC judge Justice A M Khanwilkar appointed Lokpal chairperson
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ex-SC judge Justice A M Khanwilkar appointed Lokpal chairperson

Hindustan Times  

Former Supreme Court judge Justice Ajay Manikrao Khanwilkar was on Tuesday appointed as the chairperson of Lokpal. “President Droupadi Murmu is pleased to appoint Justice Ajay Manikrao Khanwilkar as the chairperson of the Lokpal,” a communique sent by the Rashtrapati Bhavan stated. Justice Khanwilkar served as the judge of Supreme Court from May 13, 2016 to July 29, 2022. Prior …

Supreme Court Refuses To Stay Law Dropping CJI From Panel To Select Election Commissioners, Posts Matter To April 2024
10 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Refuses To Stay Law Dropping CJI From Panel To Select Election Commissioners, Posts Matter To April 2024

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to stay the operation of Section 7 of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023 in a fresh petition challenging the Constitutionality of the provision.While issuing notice on the plea moved by the Association for Democratic Reforms, the Bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta noted that a similar. The …

Supreme Court refuses to stay new law on appointment of CEC, ECs
11 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court refuses to stay new law on appointment of CEC, ECs

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to stay the operation of the new law providing for appointment of chief election commissioner and election commissioners by a panel that does not include the Chief Justice of India. The new law has provisions to set up a search committee chaired by the Union law minister and two other persons not below the …

Pleas in the Supreme Court challenge new law on appointment process for Chief Election Commissioner, Election Commissioners
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Pleas in the Supreme Court challenge new law on appointment process for Chief Election Commissioner, Election Commissioners

The Hindu  

Petitions have been moved in the Supreme Court against a new law which brushes aside a judgment to include the Chief Justice of India as a member of the high-powered selection committee to appoint the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. The CEC and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023 has diluted the Supreme Court judgment by replacing the Chief Justice …

In 2024, Supreme Court will see exit of 3 judges & Chief Justice of India Chandrachud
11 months, 3 weeks ago

In 2024, Supreme Court will see exit of 3 judges & Chief Justice of India Chandrachud

India Today  

With the scheduled retirement of three judges in 2024, and the Chief Justice of India towards the end of the year, the record pendency of 80,000 cases in the Supreme Court of India will only mount if the vacancies are not filled up in tandem with the judges demitting office. Though the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court is 34 …

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