The Supreme Court of India asked High Courts to respond to draft guidelines ensuring timely pronouncement of reserved judgments, stressing the need to address long-pending cases and improve judicial efficiency across trial and appellate courts.
The Supreme Court of India described the 23-year delay in a dowry death trial as very disturbing and painful, ordering a thorough inquiry into why the Rajasthan High Court allowed the case to remain pending for over two decades. The Court called this prolonged litigation an “eye-opener for all the High Courts across the country.”
The Karnataka government, led by Siddaramaiah, has enacted a groundbreaking law to expedite the resolution of civil cases within 24 months. The Code of Civil Procedure (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2024 mandates mediation before hearings, aiming to reduce litigation and enhance judicial efficiency. This reform addresses the backlog of 10 lakh cases, promoting timely justice.
Chief Justice B R Gavai will break tradition by holding court from May 26 to June 1, 2025, during the summer break. The Supreme Court has established 21 active benches, a significant increase from previous years. This initiative aims to enhance judicial efficiency and reduce case backlogs throughout the summer vacation.
The Central government approved the appointment of Alok Kumar Sinha, Sourendra Pandey, and Soni Shrivastava as judges of the Patna High Court, leaving two recommended advocates pending. The court currently has 34 judges instead of the sanctioned 53, leading to a significant shortage that affects case hearings and justice delivery.
On Tuesday(6th August),The Supreme Court of India has directed the Gujarat High Court to provide a detailed report on the pendency and management of civil suits. This order, issued by a Bench of Justice Surya Kant and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, aims to address key issues affecting civil court proceedings in the state.
