The Supreme Court expressed concern over a growing trend of judges issuing multiple orders just before retirement, questioning judicial discipline. Calling it an unfortunate trend, the Court likened last-minute orders to a batter hitting sixes in final over.
Today, On 11st December, The Chief Justice of Sri Lanka joined CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi on the Supreme Court bench, saying it was a great honour to be here and that India is our closest neighbour, marking a moment.
Today, On 9th December, In the West Bengal SIR Row, Senior Advocate Karuna Nundy told the Supreme Court that CAA applications are facing over a year of delay, adding that an applicant’s rights must crystallise on the date of filing and should not depend on later procedural stages.
Today, On 9th December, The Supreme Court said the Election Commission of India must intervene if any law and order problem arises during the West Bengal SIR process. The Bench warned that without timely action by the ECI, the situation could lead to complete anarchy.
Today, On 1st December, The Supreme Court said there should be no further impediment in holding the polls and refused to entertain the plea challenging Maharashtra’s local body delimitation. The Court made it clear that the election process must move ahead without any additional delays.
Today, On 26th November, In the Andhra Pradesh Liquor Scam, The Supreme Court questioned the necessity of keeping accused individuals in custody. It granted temporary protection from arrest to the Ex-CM’s officials and a cement firm director involved in the high-profile case.
Today, On 26th November, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant inaugurated the Constitution Day celebrations organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association, marking a significant moment for the legal fraternity on the nation’s 76th Constitution Day. He urged renewed integrity and resolve.
The Supreme Court pulled up the Uttar Pradesh government for continuing the colonial-era system of appointing bureaucrats’ spouses as ex-officio office-bearers in cooperative bodies. The court directed the state to amend laws and shift towards democratic, elected governance structures.
Today, On 25th November, The Supreme Court remarked that it had no details at this stage in the urgent West Bengal SIR matter. Chief Justice Surya Kant asked the counsel to file the application and assured that the Court would examine it.
