Yesterday, On 10th August, The Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, stressed the urgency of upgrading court infrastructure to address the backlog of cases. He emphasized modernization and the use of technology, including AI, to translate judgments into regional languages. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of filling vacancies in the judiciary and using alternative dispute resolution methods.
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The Bombay High Court granted interim relief to Arijit Singh in a lawsuit protecting his personality rights. It ruled that converting any voice to mimic a celebrity’s without permission is a violation of their personality rights. Singh sought legal protection for his name, voice, and likeness after discovering AI platforms mimicking his traits.
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Saturday advocated for the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the judicial system albeit in a measured way. “I may make multiplication errors but the machine-operated robot cannot have that sense of empathy or compassion which a judge has”: says CJI.
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The Delhi High Court launched free Wi-Fi and a new website, emphasizing the court’s commitment to digital infrastructure and accessibility. Acting Chief Justice Manmohan highlighted the importance of these initiatives. The free Wi-Fi will serve key areas of the court and offer robust security measures. The new website includes various facilities and features responsive design.
The Manipur High Court utilized ChatGPT for legal research in a service-related case. Justice A Guneshwar Sharma employed the AI tool to overturn the removal of a Village Defence Force (VDF) member. The court found the removal order to violate principles of natural justice, leading to the immediate reinstatement of the petitioner.
Justice Anish Dayal of the Delhi High Court expressed concerns about the challenges posed by AI in the legal system, particularly regarding the credibility of evidence. He noted the establishment of the Intellectual Property (IP) division and its success in handling IP cases, reducing backlogs, and receiving recognition from the parliamentary committee.
In a significant discourse, Justice Hima Kohli of the Supreme Court of India raised serious concerns about the burgeoning issues of online harassment and the ethical implications of deepfake technology. Speaking at a function focused on harassment and discrimination, Justice Kohli delved into the complexities of these modern challenges, exacerbated by the rapid evolution of […]
In a groundbreaking move, the Supreme Court of India and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. This partnership aims to drive the digital transformation of the judiciary, marking a significant stride in the integration of […]