Three judicial officers, Manoj Prasad, Akhil Kumar and Ram Sharma, were sworn in as judges of the Jharkhand High Court on September 23, 2026. The oath of office was administered by Chief Justice MS Sonak. The Central Government had notified their appointment as High Court judges last week.
The Centre has approved the appointment of Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, acting on the recommendation of the Supreme Court Collegium.
A recent wave of judicial transfers has reshaped the Delhi High Court, with 10 of its 44 judges now from other states. The appointments mark a major shift in the court’s composition and seniority structure.
The Supreme Court of India, established on January 28, 1950, evolved from historic legal reforms starting with the Regulating Act of 1773. Governed by a collegium system for appointments, it plays a pivotal role in upholding the Constitution’s supremacy. Judges are appointed based on seniority and established eligibility criteria, ensuring judicial integrity.
