The Central government has appointed Justice M Sundar, senior judge of the Madras High Court, as the next Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court. He will take charge after Justice Kempaiah Somashekar’s retirement on September 14, 2025.
Justice Shree Chandrashekhar was officially sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan administered the oath of office at Raj Bhavan, attended by top state officials and dignitaries.
While reacting to the controversy over Chief Justice’s nephew recommended for High Court judge post, Ex-SC Judge Abhay S. Oka said CJI must distance himself and any judge should step aside if their relative’s name comes up in the collegium.
The Centre officially notifies the appointment of Justice Shree Chandrashekhar as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. Get complete details on his elevation and judicial background.
Justice Vishal Mishra of the Madhya Pradesh High Court recused himself after revealing that BJP MLA Sanjay Pathak attempted to call him regarding a pending illegal mining case. The matter will now be placed before the Chief Justice for reassignment.
Centre has decided to move ahead with the elevation of Justice Vipul Pancholi, despite Justice BV Nagarathna’s strong opposition. Sources said the government will proceed with the appointment, making clear that her dissent will not stall the process.
Delhi Bar Associations write to the Chief Justice, raising concerns over adverse remarks and rising judicial transfers, and questioning why local talent is being ignored in High Court elevations.
Madras High Court criticised media channels for running slanderous campaigns against the judiciary for profit. Emphasising judicial respect, it said, “In the name of freedom of speech and expression, one cannot condone acts of contempt.”
Justice Vibhu Bakhru took oath as the new Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court at Raj Bhavan, Bengaluru, marking the beginning of his tenure in the state judiciary.
Madhya Pradesh High Court Chief Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva urges the Bar to train junior lawyers effectively and avoid frivolous cases to ensure a stronger, future-ready legal system.
