The Gujarat High Court Advocates’ Association (GHCAA) rejected the Advocate General’s apology to the Chief Justice regarding a recent dispute with the Bar President. The association emphasized that any future representations on behalf of the Bar must first gain approval from the GHCAA, ensuring collective accountability and decision-making.
New Delhi, January 21, 2025 – Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya will be sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court today. The ceremony will take place at 5:00 PM at Raj Niwas, Civil Lines, Delhi. It will be attended by key government officials, sitting judges, legal professionals, and other dignitaries.
The President of India has transferred Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya from Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court to Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, following a Supreme Court Collegium recommendation. Justice Alok Aradhe is appointed as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. Both appointments took effect as of January 14.
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya for appointment as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, replacing Justice Vibhu Bakhru. Currently the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Upadhyaya’s appointment follows his legal career, including roles in the Allahabad High Court and state legal counsels.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) and 25 Supreme Court judges to visit Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh on 12 January. The visit is part of a special programme highlighting the region’s cultural heritage and natural beauty. Araku, known for its scenic landscapes and tribal culture, will host this high-profile judicial delegation.
The controversy over allegations of demolishing a Lord Hanuman temple at the residence of the Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court has taken a significant turn. The High Court Registrar General has strongly refuted these claims, calling them misleading and baseless. This statement aims to clarify the misinformation surrounding the issue. The matter continues to stir public interest and debate.
Justice Guhanathan Narendar was appointed as Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court on December 26, succeeding Justice Ritu Bahri. The oath-taking ceremony was held at Raj Bhawan, administered by Governor Lt Gen (retd) Gurmit Singh. Narendar has an extensive legal career and previously served in both Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh High Courts.
“Displaced people are not hostages of…” said former Manipur High Court Chief Justice Siddharth Mridul, raising concerns about repeated violence. He shared his view that some groups might be purposely causing unrest. “Whenever the situation starts getting better, new violence begins,” he said, pointing out this pattern. His remarks highlight the ongoing struggle to bring peace to the region.
Today (11th Dec): A group of approximately 150 advocates from the Bombay Bar has written to the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, urging the revocation of the recently imposed ban on single-use plastic bottles at the High Court premises. The advocates have proposed a more phased and practical implementation of such measures.
Over 100 advocates from Karnataka have addressed a memorandum to the Chief Justice of India, expressing concerns about inefficiencies and unfair work distribution in the High Court. They highlighted issues such as the Chief Justice’s punctuality, uneven judge assignments, and alleged corruption, aiming to restore public confidence in the judicial system.