The Chhattisgarh High Court rejected anticipatory bail for ex-Advocate General Satish Chandra Verma in the NAN scam. WhatsApp chats revealed his alleged role in influencing cases for top officials.
The Supreme Court was updated on the relocation progress of the Bombay High Court to a new complex. The Advocate General requested an extension for land handover until January 31, citing challenges. Meanwhile, a structural audit of the current building is planned. The Court’s next hearing is scheduled for April to review progress.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court allowed Harda factory owners to object to victim claims made during suo-moto proceedings by the National Green Tribunal (NGT). The court said that the factory owners could raise concerns about the classification and genuineness of victims, as well as the amount and categories of compensation for property loss, injuries, and displacement.
The Odisha government announced the formation of a new six-member Law Commission, chaired by former Orissa High Court judge Biswanath Rath. The commission will focus on reviewing and recommending legal reforms in the state. It aims to simplify laws and improve judicial efficiency. The commission’s role is to guide the government on important legal matters and suggest necessary changes to existing laws.
Justice P.K. Mishra, born on August 29, 1964, in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, has had a distinguished legal career, beginning practice in 1984. He became Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court in October 2021 and was elevated to the Supreme Court on May 19, 2023, to address under-representation from Chhattisgarh.
Justice P.V. Sanjay Kumar, born on August 14, 1963, in Hyderabad, assumed office on February 6, 2023, and will retire on August 13, 2028. He completed his education in Commerce and Law, began his career in his father’s law office, and has held significant positions, including Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court.
Justice Sanjay Karol was born on August 23, 1961, in Shimla and assumed office in the Supreme Court of India on February 6, 2023, retiring on August 22, 2026. He has authored 61 judgements and has held significant positions, including Chief Justice of Tripura and Patna High Courts. A Senior Advocate since 1999, he played crucial roles in reducing case pendency and served as Chancellor of law universities.
Yesterday, On 23rd September, the Orissa High Court instructed the State to outline measures to safeguard the dignity of soldiers after an alleged assault incident involving an army officer and his lawyer-fiancée. The Court also requested a report on CCTV installations in police stations and imposed restrictions on disclosing the couple’s identities to protect their privacy.
Today, On 23rd September, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud reaffirmed the Indian judiciary’s independence, emphasizing that judges operate autonomously in judicial matters but collaborate with the government on budgeting and infrastructure. He aimed to clarify that this cooperation does not undermine judicial independence, as it is essential for modernizing court facilities for public benefit.