Today, On 21st August, In the Presidential Reference hearing SG Tushar Mehta told the Supreme Court that while no constitutional timelines are fixed for courts to deliver judgments, the same principle must apply to Governors and the President while deciding assent to Bills.
Today, On 21st August, in the Presidential Reference Hearing, CJI Gavai strongly cautioned SG Mehta, stressing that while judicial activism has its role, it must never cross the line into judicial terrorism, reiterating the constitutional limits of judicial power in governance.
Today, On 19th August, Day 2 of the Presidential Reference hearing on assent to bills, Attorney General R. Venkataramani argued that the “power of Article 142 cannot violate the Basic Structure of the Constitution” and cannot allow deemed assent by the judiciary.
Today, On 19th August, Presidential Reference Case, Chief Justice B.R. Gavai clarified that the Supreme Court will only be expressing its view on the law and not delivering a judgment in the Tamil Nadu case while hearing objections from Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Today, On 19th August, The Supreme Court, during the Presidential Reference hearing, clarified that a reference bench has the power to express its opinion on a judgment, but it does not have the authority to overrule an earlier judgment.
Today, On 8th August, The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a PIL filed by the Delimitation Demand Committee for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur and Nagaland. The bench said it will soon fix a date for a detailed hearing.
Senior Advocate Dushyant Dave retires after a 48-year-long legal journey, saying it’s time for younger lawyers to take charge. He plans to work for society and spend time with family.
Kapil Sibal criticized the Supreme Court’s internal report on Justice Varma, asserting it lacks constitutional authority for impeachment. He emphasized that investigations into judges must follow the Judges Inquiry Act, accusing the government of misusing the process. Sibal lamented the selective treatment of judges and insisted only Parliament can initiate impeachment motions.
Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai emphasizes the importance of sub-categorisation within SC/ST groups to ensure that affirmative action benefits reach truly deserving individuals. His tenure focuses on reducing case backlog, improving infrastructure, and promoting social justice. Justice Gavai’s notable rulings reflect his commitment to constitutional integrity and equality in the legal system.
Prominent legal experts consider the Emergency declared on the midnight of June 25, 1975, as a “horrible mistake” and the “darkest period” for liberty in independent India. It severely impacted the country’s democratic values and institutions.
