Swadeshi Jurisprudence Over Foreign Laws: Next CJI Surya Kant Calls for Strongly Rooted Indian Legal System

CJI-designate Justice Surya Kant urged Indian courts to rely on Swadeshi jurisprudence instead of foreign rulings, stressing the need for a home-grown legal framework. He said Indian judgments must reflect the nation’s constitutional values and judicial maturity.

“Not Pressured by Trolls”: CJI-Designate Justice Surya Kant Sends Strong Message on Judicial Independence and Reforms

Ahead of taking oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant said social media trolls do not influence judges who decide only on facts and law. He reaffirmed his focus on reducing case pendency and strengthening mediation as a key reform tool.

‘We Used Swadeshi Interpretation’: CJI BR Gavai on Presidential Reference Judgment

Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said the five-judge Constitution Bench relied entirely on “swadeshi interpretation” in the Presidential Reference judgment. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta praised this approach as a fresh wave of Indianness in Supreme Court rulings.

BREAKING | No Deemed Assent, Timelines Can’t Be Fixed for Governor or President To Give Assent to State Bills: Supreme Court

Today, on 20th November, in the Presidential Reference row, As the Supreme Court rules that there can be no deemed assent and no fixed timelines for the Governor or the President on State Bills, it reinforces boundaries and stresses that authorities must act with transparency and restraint.

BREAKING | Presidential Reference Row: Governor Cannot Return Bills Without Saying Why: CJI Gavai

Today, on 20th November, As the Supreme Court delivers its advisory opinion in the Presidential Reference row, CJI Gavai says the Governor cannot return Bills without giving reasons, stressing that Article 200 demands constitutional balance, transparency and accountability in every decision made.

BREAKING | District Judge Appointments: CJI Says Selection Grade Follows Merit Cum Seniority, States & UTs Told to Amend Rules in 3 Months

Today, On 19th November, in the District Judge Appointments case, Supreme Court says Selection Grade follows merit cum seniority and orders all States and UTs to amend service rules within three months, ensuring uniform implementation of new roster, seniority, and promotion guidelines across the judicial services system.

BREAKING| If Seniority Alone Decides Promotions, What Motivation Remains?: Supreme Court On All India Judges Case

The Supreme Court’s Constitution Bench, led by CJI BR Gavai, wrapped up the All India Judges Association hearing, questioning if promotions based solely on seniority kill merit. Justice Surya Kant’s sharp remarks reignited the debate on fairness in judicial career growth.

Tamil Nadu Governor Bills Dispute: Supreme Court to List Matter After Constitution Bench Decides Presidential Reference

Today, On 17th October, The Supreme Court heard the Tamil Nadu government’s plea challenging the Governor’s withholding of certain Bills. The matter will be listed only after the Constitution Bench decides the Presidential reference, resolving key legal questions on Governor powers.

BREAKING| Judicial Promotions Case| How Many Appointed Through Direct Recruitment and Judicial Service?: CJI Seeks Data from High Courts

Today, On 14th October the Supreme Court decided that it will hear Judicial Promotions Case on October 28–29, with CJI Seeking Data from All High Courts: “How Many Appointed Through Direct Recruitment and Judicial Service?” to Examine Seniority and Promotion Patterns in the Judiciary.

BREAKING| 7-Year Bar Practice Qualifies Judicial Officers for District Judge Posts: Supreme Court’s Big Ruling

Today, On 9th October, Supreme Court rules that judicial officers who have completed 7 years of practice at the Bar before joining service are now eligible for appointment as District Judges. Minimum age for application set at 35 years.