Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud Today called for the end of frequent adjournments (Tareekh Pe Tareekh) in district judiciary to change the perception of litigants. He criticized the prevalent culture, stressing the need for timely legal decisions. Justice Sunita Aggarwal supported this stance, emphasizing the pivotal role of judges. Chandrachud also highlighted concerns about women’s facilities in the judiciary and encouraged the use of social media by the district judiciary.
At a felicitation event for four new Supreme Court judges, Chief Justice Chandrachud emphasized the importance of understanding people’s problems. He highlighted the significance of empathy and simple justice in judicial decision-making. The event celebrated the judges’ elevation and their commitment to improving human lives through legal service.
The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA) has raised concerns about the current practices of case listings at the Supreme Court, citing unpredictability and last-minute changes that inconvenience lawyers and litigants. They have urged Chief Justice DY Chandrachud to fix the final daily list at the supplementary stage to bring about more structured and predictable scheduling.
Eminent jurist and Senior Advocate Fali Nariman’s passing was mourned by Law Chakra and Team, with condolences from the legal fraternity. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud remembered Nariman as a compassionate mentor, while Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal also paid tribute to his towering intellect and exceptional nature.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud inaugurates Prayagraj arbitration center at Allahabad High Court, emphasizing independence from high court support. He highlights the importance of efficient arbitration, the role of technology in judiciary, and the significant role of lawyers in nation-building. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasizes the rule of law and dialogue in democracy.
Sharad Pawar, the leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), has sought an urgent hearing in the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) decision. This pivotal order by the ECI recognized the faction led by Ajit Pawar as the legitimate NCP, a move that has stirred considerable controversy and debate within political […]
The Supreme Court declared the Electoral Bonds scheme unconstitutional, annulling the amendments to the Income Tax and Representation of People Act. The scheme’s anonymity violated rights to information and expression. The State Bank of India was instructed to stop issuing electoral bonds, and transparency on donations and recipients was mandated. The decision addressed the unequal impact of corporate and individual contributions.
CJI DY Chandrachud highlighted the imperative role of law officers in upholding judicial sanctity and ethical conduct at the Commonwealth Attorney and Solicitors Generals Conference. He emphasized the need for inclusivity in legal education and technology’s potential in enhancing transparency. His vision promotes fairness, integrity, and inclusivity in the legal profession and judiciary.
Justice Gangopadhyay’s bench will now handle cases related to industry and labor laws. This reorganization follows a period of controversy surrounding Justice Mantha, who made national headlines last year. This attention was due to a boycott of his bench by advocates linked to the ruling Trinamool Congress, a situation that persisted for several days.
On January 28, 1950, the Supreme Court of India commenced its operations in the Parliament building, as there was no dedicated Supreme Court building at that time. The event will feature the unveiling of the new Supreme Court website, Digital Courts 2.0, and Digital Supreme Court reports, all initiated by Chief Justice of India DY […]