Ask Interns Not to Come, They Can’t Occupy Chairs: Karnataka HC Seeks Ideas To Solve Courtroom Crowding Crisis

The Karnataka High Court discussed rising courtroom overcrowding issues as lawyers, litigants, and staff faced space constraints. Justice M Nagaprasanna sought suggestions from advocates to manage the situation, saying, “How? All of you give me a solution, I’ll implement it.”

Women Lawyers Need Privacy, Comfort and Basic Facilities at Courts: Supreme Court Proposes Ladies’ Bar Rooms Across India

The Supreme Court proposed dedicated Ladies’ Bar Rooms across courts, stressing that women advocates must have access to privacy, comfort and basic facilities. The Court observed that meaningful participation of women in the legal profession cannot be ensured without such essential infrastructure.

Sad Commentary On Our Criminal Justice Delivery System: Allahabad High Court Acquits Man After 23 Years In Jail

The Allahabad High Court acquitted Raees after 23 years in a family murder case, calling it a “sad commentary on our criminal justice delivery system.” Justices Siddharth and Jai Krishna Upadhyay urged more judges, staff, and infrastructure to tackle criminal appeal delays.

Don’t File Petitions Just to Speak in Front of Cameramen: CJI Surya Kant Slams Plea Seeking Judicial Reforms

Today, On 19th January, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant dismissed a “publicity-seeking” plea demanding a judicial reforms committee and a 12-month deadline for all cases. He cautioned, “Don’t file petitions just to speak in front of cameramen outside the court premises.”

‘Appropriate Use of Technology Can Reduce Delays, Improve Transparency’: CJI Surya Kant on Modernising Courts

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said technology, if used wisely, can cut judicial delays and bring greater transparency in courts. He stressed that digital tools can make justice more accessible, especially for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and people in remote areas.

CJI Bhushan R Gavai Praises Maharashtra Govt for Upgrading Judicial Infrastructure Across State

Chief Justice of India Bhushan R Gavai commended the Maharashtra government for developing modern court buildings and improving judicial infrastructure. He spoke while inaugurating a memorial for his father, former Governor R S Gavai, in Amravati.

“Justice Must Reach the Last Person in Society”: CJI Gavai Pushes for Decentralised Courts at Taluka, District Levels

CJI Bhushan Gavai advocates for decentralising the judiciary to make justice more accessible. He emphasised that taluka and district courts are key to reaching the common citizen.

“Justice at Your Doorstep”: CJI Gavai Calls for Decentralised Courts Across India

CJI Bhushan Gavai stressed the need for decentralising the judiciary to make justice more accessible. He urged faster reforms to bring courts closer to common citizens.

Toilet Facilities in Courts & Tribunals: Supreme Court Slams High Courts for Delay In Submitting Reports

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CJI BR Gavai Inaugurates Advocates’ Chambers & Multi-Level Parking at Allahabad High Court

Chief Justice of India BR Gavai inaugurated the new advocates’ chambers and a multi-level parking facility at the Allahabad High Court. CM Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal also attended the important event.