At a farewell event for Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Attorney General R. Venkatramani praised his scholarly qualities, commitment to justice, and impactful tenure. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal highlighted Chandrachud’s openness to critical issues, emphasizing that his legacy would endure due to his thoughtful and inclusive approaches to leadership.
Today(on 22nd August), The Supreme Court of India resumed hearing the Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder case, with Chief Justice Chandrachud criticizing the reliance on unreliable social media information by the CBI. He urged factual evidence and assured protesting doctors of no punitive action. The court also raised concerns about procedural delays and inconsistencies in handling the case by the state authorities.
Former SCBA president Adish Aggarwala wrote to PM Modi, praising new criminal laws but stressing the need for increased judicial personnel, police, and forensic experts. He criticized the past regime for implementing laws without necessary support and pointed out challenges in the current system. Aggarwala urged PM Modi to ensure proper implementation with adequate infrastructure.
In 1720, Rama Komathi, a wealthy and influential figure, was wrongly convicted of conspiring with a naval pirate during British rule in India. The trial, highlighted by Chief Justice Chandrachud, lacked fairness and relied on fabricated evidence. This case underscores the importance of upholding due process and reliable evidence to safeguard justice.
The Supreme Court of India reiterated its prohibition of the ‘two-finger test’ in rape cases, emphasizing its unscientific nature and violation of women’s dignity. Despite legal bans and guidelines, the test persists, highlighting the need for greater enforcement and survivor-centered care. The court instructed states to ensure comprehensive prohibition of this practice.
On Monday, Chief Justice Chandrachud and Supreme Court judges, along with family members, visited Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan with President Murmu. The garden, formerly known as Mughal Gardens, hosts ‘Udyan Utsav 2024,’ featuring 85 flower species, a floral clock, and a selfie point. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, it combines Mughal and British architecture, blooming with vibrant flowers during the Spring Festival.
The Supreme Court of India rejected a petition for digital monitoring of elected Members of Parliament (MPs), stating it violates their privacy and undermines parliamentary democracy. The court warned against filing similar pleas in the future and cautioned against trivializing MPs’ roles. The petitioner’s counsel proposed round-the-clock CCTV monitoring, but the Chief Justice found it impractical and invasive.
Supreme Court bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, alongside Justices Manoj Mishra and Satish Chandra Sharma, evaluated Abhishek Banerjee’s petition, which sought various reliefs related to comments made by Justice Gangopadhyay The Supreme Court on Friday (Feb 9) addressed a contentious plea by Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. This plea, which has ignited discussions on […]
Chief Justice Chandrachud, at the Supreme Court’s Diamond Jubilee, highlighted the judiciary’s need for independence beyond constitutional safeguards. He emphasized the necessity for judges to be free from social and political pressures. He also expressed concerns about increasing case pendency and underscored the court’s role as a final arbiter for liberation and inclusion, not oppression.
Supreme Court’s New Initiatives: CJI Chandrachud’s Park Visit In a recent event, Chief Justice of India, D Y Chandrachud, accompanied by four esteemed judges, embarked on a visit to a newly refurbished park located within the Supreme Court’s premises. This visit, which took place on a Wednesday morning, provided an opportunity for the judiciary’s top […]