President Droupadi Murmu hosted a grand welcome dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan to honour new Chief Justice of India, Justice B.R. Gavai, who has been part of 700 benches in his six-year judicial tenure.
Justice Bela Trivedi retired from the Supreme Court of India on May 16, 2025, leaving behind a significant legacy of impactful judgments on constitutional rights, gender justice, and criminal law. Known for her independence and judicial courage, she made pivotal contributions, including dissenting opinions. Her departure was marked by controversy but highlighted her commitment to justice.
NLU Delhi has appointed former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud as a Distinguished Professor to lead a new Centre for Constitutional Studies. Starting July 2025, a lecture series will explore his significant judgments on issues such as privacy, LGBTQ+ rights, and gender equality, enhancing legal education and research at the university.
CJI Sanjiv Khanna shared his experiences as a criminal lawyer and encouraged young lawyers to pursue criminal law. He emphasized its significance in the legal system. However, he noted that many young professionals hesitate to choose it as a career. He urged them to consider its vital role in ensuring justice.
Senior advocate Dushyant Dave asserted that the only appropriate step the Chief Justice of India could take is to withdraw judicial work from Justice Shekhar Yadav. He also highlighted Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s warning against interfering with cultural and religious rights, emphasizing that they were part of the agreement reached before Partition.
New Delhi, January 21, 2025 – Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya will be sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court today. The ceremony will take place at 5:00 PM at Raj Niwas, Civil Lines, Delhi. It will be attended by key government officials, sitting judges, legal professionals, and other dignitaries.
The Supreme Court of India, established on January 28, 1950, evolved from historic legal reforms starting with the Regulating Act of 1773. Governed by a collegium system for appointments, it plays a pivotal role in upholding the Constitution’s supremacy. Judges are appointed based on seniority and established eligibility criteria, ensuring judicial integrity.
