Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant inaugurated a two-day conference of High Court Chief Justices at the National Judicial Academy in Bhopal. The meet focuses on judicial reforms, technology-driven courts, and building a unified, people-centric justice delivery system.
After the Supreme Court dismissed domestic workers’ unions’ plea, CJI Surya Kant’s remarks on trade unionism sparked nationwide outrage, with activists warning that vulnerable labourers were denied constitutional protection and social security safeguards. Trade unions and groups demand accountability.
The Election Commission of India told the Supreme Court that its officials faced threats, violence and zero police cooperation during the SIR process in West Bengal. The ECI cited statements like “Will break ECI’s legs” and alleged intimidation by the Mamata Banerjee government, warning of a hostile environment for election officials.
