The Supreme Court used Article 142 to revive the delayed Supertech Supernova project, ensuring progress and safeguarding all homebuyers. A bench led by CJI Surya Kant created a court-monitored framework to ensure completion and supervise Supertech’s insolvency process.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant called on young lawyers to look beyond courtroom victories and focus on strengthening India’s constitutional values. Addressing RGNUL graduates, he stressed integrity, compassion and curiosity as the pillars of meaningful legal careers.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a ‘Mediation Awareness Walk’ in Panaji, Goa, on December 26 to promote mediation as a people-centric dispute resolution method. He will also participate in a two-day national conference and symposium on mediation organised by the Bar Council of India.
Advocates from the Shivamogga Bar Association have written to the CJI and the Karnataka High Court Chief Justice opposing a High Court judge’s participation in a programme presided over by former minister K.S. Eshwarappa. They said such participation may affect public confidence in judicial impartiality as cases against the former minister are pending in courts.
Today, On 22nd December, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged lawyers to approach the Supreme Court Registry for urgent hearings. He emphasized that lawyers must provide valid reasons for urgency so that the cases can be properly scrutinised and listed accordingly.
A petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking to restrain Prime Minister Narendra Modi from offering a ceremonial chadar at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. The plea relates to the 814th Urs of Sufi saint Khwaja Chisti.
Agra administration and police officials rushed to Kheria Airport after receiving information that the CJI’s aircraft might land due to bad weather. Later, it was clarified that the situation was under control and the Chief Justice proceeded safely after clearance.
Supreme Court’s recent definition of the Aravalli Hills has come under scrutiny. Advocate Hitendra Gandhi urged the Chief Justice of India to review the ruling, warning that the ‘100-Metre Test’ may weaken critical environmental protections.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that judicial appointments under the Collegium system will strongly prioritise merit, integrity, experience, and the right judicial temperament. He emphasised balanced transparency in the appointment process while safeguarding institutional integrity.
Today, On 9th December, Supreme Court dismissed a plea claiming the Delhi High Court had not reconsidered senior designation applications, saying there was no reason to assume any inordinate delay because the High Court was expected to comply with the Supreme Court judgment.
