Lawyer Shashi Ranjan Kumar Singh writes to Attorney General seeking consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against Sanjeev Sanyal over his remarks on the judiciary. The move cites potential impact on public trust and Sanyal’s role as government advisor.
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has appealed to Chief Justice of India B R Gavai and Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. They urged the finalisation of the MoP, calling for a “transparent, equitable, and merit-driven” framework for judicial appointments.
Senior Advocate Rakesh Dwivedi called for a review of the Constitution’s Basic Structure Doctrine, describing it as “vague, ambiguous and ever-growing.” He remarked that Parliament itself does not clearly know what constitutes the doctrine’s scope.
Ex-SC Judge Justice Katju highlights the fundamental defect in the Collegium system in his open letter to CJI B.R. Gavai, urging immediate formation of an 11-judge bench to revisit Second and Third Judges’ case verdicts.
The Supreme Court Bar Association has urged the Chief Justice of India to act on the low number of women judges in the Supreme Court and High Courts, stressing that greater gender balance on the Bench is essential for justice.
CJI B.R. Gavai said interacting with judicial candidates is really helpful, noting that even a 10 to 15 minute talk can give valuable insights. He stressed the collegium’s practice improves transparency and ensures better judicial appointments.
Former SC judge Abhay Oka said the collegium system has flaws, but any replacement must be a better alternative. He also spoke on judicial independence, media’s role, and environmental protection.
Today, On 5th July, CJI BR Gavai inaugurated live streaming of Bombay High Court proceedings on YouTube, enabling real-time public access to five benches. The launch also included free Wi-Fi and internet facilities within the High Court premises for better connectivity.
Today, On 4th July, Chief Justice of India B R Gavai assured that the collegium system will follow a fully transparent process. Emphasising inclusivity, he said merit will never be compromised and all recommended names will be duly followed up with fair scrutiny.
Justice AS Oka emphasized the ongoing threats to judicial independence in India during the Justice H.R. Khanna Memorial Lecture. He criticized delays in judicial appointments as damaging and demoralizing, urging judges and lawyers to remain vigilant. Oka highlighted historical instances of judicial integrity and encouraged future legal professionals to prioritize constitutional values over recognition.
