Today, On 14th May, SCAORA urges CJI Gavai to reinstate the “Letter Circulation Mechanism” to improve court efficiency and fairness. This reform aims to reduce delays, minimize burdens on litigants, and ensure smoother, timely proceedings in the Supreme Court.
The SCAORA held a farewell ceremony for Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, highlighting his impactful leadership marked by integrity, justice, and transparency. Nikhil Jain praised Khanna’s inclusivity and advocacy for fundamental rights. In his farewell address, Khanna encouraged Advocates-on-Record to be confident in their cases and promote continuous learning and mentorship within the legal community.
Today (16th May): The Supreme Court ruled that Air India Limited ceased to be a state entity under Article 12 of the Constitution after its disinvestment and transfer to the Tata Group. The court dismissed appeals against the Bombay High Court’s verdict, stating that post-privatization, the company no longer fell under the court’s writ jurisdiction. The appellants were directed to seek alternative avenues for remedy.
Following the retirement of Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, the composition of the Supreme Court Collegium has undergone significant changes, with Justice Aniruddha Bose joining the five-judge collegium and Justice B.R. Gavai being inducted into the three-judge collegium. Also read-Kashmir, I Plan To Spend A Lot Of Time In, Justice Sanjay Kaul. (lawchakra.in) Justice Aniruddha Bose’s […]
