Today, On 29th October, During the All India Judges Association Case hearing, The Supreme Court clarified that it has no intention of curbing the discretion of High Courts in recommending names for appointments but questioned why each High Court is following a different policy in the process.
Today, On 21st January, The Supreme Court directed High Courts to ensure timely recording of Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) for judicial officers. Delays in ACR evaluations often hinder the promotion process, affecting career progression. The apex court emphasized the importance of maintaining efficiency and transparency in the judiciary.
The Supreme Court admonished high courts against personal critiques of trial judges when addressing judicial errors, recognizing the significant case backlog and low judge-to-population ratio. It emphasized that while correcting judgments is necessary, personal remarks can create prejudice, stressing the need for systemic support rather than individual criticism of judges.