Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna said judges must honour their oath and judicial dharma even when unpopular decisions risk their elevation or extensions. She stressed that judicial review must balance transformative constitutionalism with the basic structure through courts.
The Supreme Court ruled that witness testimony from relatives cannot be dismissed solely based on familial connections. It emphasized a careful evaluation of such testimonies. The appellant’s conviction was reduced due to evidence showing no premeditation in a heated altercation, leading to his release after serving nearly ten years in prison.
Yesterday, On 22nd November, Former Supreme Court judge Justice H.S. Bedi passed away on November 22, marking a significant loss for the legal community. He was the father of Punjab and Haryana High Court judge Jasjit Singh Bedi. His cremation will take place in Chandigarh, with lawyers at the High Court observing work refrains in tribute.
Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, retiring on November 10, clarified that judicial independence does not mean always opposing the government. He criticized pressure groups that demand favorable rulings, emphasizing that true independence requires judges to make unbiased decisions based on law and constitution, resisting manipulation in today’s media-driven society.
Yesterday, On 26th October, the Supreme Court stayed the Allahabad High Court’s Rs.1 lakh fine on advocate Mehmood Pracha, accused of “forum shopping” and inappropriate attire while self-representing. This stay offers temporary relief as the Supreme Court reviews the High Court’s decision, questioning the penalty’s validity and the remarks against Pracha.