During proceedings before the Supreme Court of India, CJI Surya Kant recalled a judge once asking whether he wished to become a judicial officer and, after hearing “yes,” immediately telling him to “get out” of the chamber during his early legal career.
Today, On 16th April, The Supreme Court dismissed Anil Ambani’s plea against the fraud classification of his loan accounts under RBI’s 2024 Master Directions. The CJI remarked, “Hard earned money has been siphoned. Did you make good losses of banks and financial institutions?”
Today, On 13th March, The Supreme Court of India reaffirmed the mandatory three-year practice rule, with the CJI stressing that the condition must remain while its implementation needs refinement. He also questioned passive practice and suggested free legal aid work as experience.
The Supreme Court firmly said ECI instructions cannot override its orders during the West Bengal SIR hearing. CJI assured that judicial officers will decide the modalities independently and “uninfluenced.”
Today, On 26th February, The Supreme Court raised concerns over the three-year practice requirement for entry-level judicial service, especially its impact on women aspirants. The Chief Justice said, “No doubt practice is important, but we also have to see the impact on young talent.”
The Supreme Court dismissed IA 6671/2026 while allowing parties to seek proper legal remedies, clarifying that only “effective interim or final orders” can be challenged. The CJI assured that the pending plea seeking stay on Section 4 will be listed after the nine-judge Bench matter concludes.
The Supreme Court of India warned against careless dependence on artificial intelligence after fake precedents and misquoted judgments surfaced, stressing judicial integrity and professional responsibility. Surya Kant observed that unchecked AI use in pleadings risks credibility, urging lawyers to.
Chief Justice of India’s remarks blaming trade unions for slowing industrial growth have sparked strong backlash from labour bodies and Left groups. Unions say the comments undermine constitutional rights, misrepresent labour realities, and echo neoliberal economic thinking.
The Supreme Court allowed intervention in the Bar Council elections matter but strictly directed parties to remain physically present. Warning lawyers appearing online, the CJI said, “Those who are appearing online, they will have to donate.”
The Supreme Court saw a tense hearing in W.P.(C) 1231/2025 as the Chief Justice questioned Win Chemicals for directly approaching the apex court, bypassing the High Court. The CJI repeatedly asked counsel why the High Court was not approached.
