CJI Surya Kant Sets Clear Line on Judicial Appointments: “Merit, Integrity and Temperament Will Decide Elevations”

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that judicial appointments under the Collegium system will strongly prioritise merit, integrity, experience, and the right judicial temperament. He emphasised balanced transparency in the appointment process while safeguarding institutional integrity.

Technology As A Constitutional Tool Can Transform Indian Courts Into One National Ecosystem: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant backed a Unified Judicial Policy, stressing that technology has moved beyond administrative convenience. Calling it a “constitutional instrument”, he said technology can ensure equality, access to justice, and transform courts into one ecosystem. JAISALMER: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant advocated the adoption of a Unified Judicial Policy, […]

CJI Surya Kant: I Will Not Take Browbeating, Not So Easy With Me

CJI Surya Kant’s strong remarks come amid rising public attacks on judges over courtroom observations. Emphasizing judicial independence, he warned that attempts to intimidate or mischaracterize judges will not be tolerated, reaffirming the judiciary’s authority and integrity.

After 23-Year Fight, Widow Finally Gets Railways Compensation; CJI Says “A Smile Is What We Want to Earn”

A 23-year legal struggle ended after the Supreme Court helped trace a Bihar widow and ensured Railways deposited her compensation. CJI Surya Kant said, “A smile on a poor person’s face is what we want to earn.”

Supreme Court Slams 16-Year Delay in Acid Ingestion Case: “Being Fed Acid Is Horrendous”

The Supreme Court expressed shock over a 16-year pending trial of acid survivors who were forced to drink acid, calling the crime “horrendous.” The Court pulled up states and authorities for inaction and will hear the matter again after six weeks.

CJI Surya Kant Reconstitutes Artificial Intelligence Committee of Supreme Court to Modernise Justice System

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has reconstituted the Supreme Court’s Artificial Intelligence Committee to accelerate digital transformation in the judiciary. The revamped panel will guide AI adoption to enhance efficiency, accessibility, and transparency in the justice delivery system.

44 SC/HC Former Judges Stand Firm Against ‘Motivated Attacks’ on CJI Surya Kant Over Rohingya Remarks

A group of 44 retired Supreme Court and High Court judges has condemned the “motivated” campaign targeting CJI Surya Kant over his remarks in the Rohingya case. They said routine legal questions were twisted into false allegations of prejudice, harming judicial independence.

“Why Treat Assam Differently?” — Supreme Court Questions EC Over Skipping Special Intensive Revision

The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to respond to a plea questioning why Assam received only a special revision instead of a Special Intensive Revision of its electoral rolls. The petition alleges discrimination and warns that lakhs of illegal immigrants may remain on Assam’s voter list.

Supreme Court Dismisses Plea on Delhi HC Senior Designation: No Reason to Believe There Will Be Inordinate Delay

Today, On 9th December, Supreme Court dismissed a plea claiming the Delhi High Court had not reconsidered senior designation applications, saying there was no reason to assume any inordinate delay because the High Court was expected to comply with the Supreme Court judgment.

Thiruparankundram Deepam Row: Cheap Politics and Possessing a Riot Mindset: CM Stalin Slams Opposition, State Moves Supreme Court

The Thiruparankundram Deepam row escalated as CM Stalin accused the opposition of cheap politics and possessing a riot mindset. The state has now moved the Supreme Court after challenging the Madras High Court’s order allowing the lamp lighting.