Senior Supreme Court advocate and former Orissa High Court Chief Justice S. Muralidhar said questioning those in power is essential to ensure accountability. He stressed that a strong and independent judiciary remains the only reliable mechanism to uphold democratic checks and balances.
Arvind Kejriwal is set to appear before the Delhi Assembly’s Privileges Committee on Friday in connection with the ‘Phansi Ghar’ controversy at the Assembly premises. The panel had earlier summoned the concerned leaders several times, but they failed to appear and present their side citing different reasons.
Today, On 15th January, the Supreme Court expressed concerns about spending money on cycle tracks instead of focusing on essential services. During a recent hearing, the court questioned whether projects like cycle tracks should be given more importance than basic needs like healthcare, education, and public welfare. This has started a debate about the government’s spending priorities. The court stressed the need for a balanced approach, prioritizing the welfare of citizens.
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud emphasized the transformative impact of technology on the Indian court system at the J20 summit in Brazil. He highlighted the shift to democratic and transparent arenas of discourse, emphasizing the accountability of the judiciary and the need for holistic judicial processes. He also cautioned against the misuse of AI tools and commended legal journalists for countering misinformation.
