The Supreme Court closed contempt proceedings against IFS officer Rahul after he apologized for moving the Uttarakhand High Court despite the top court hearing the Corbett case. CJI Gavai said, “The majesty of law is not in punishing the guilty but in forgiving.”
Justice Abhay S Oka retired from the Supreme Court, receiving heartfelt tributes for his courageous judgments and commitment to civil liberties. His colleagues praised his tireless work ethic, moral integrity, and dedication, even amid personal loss. Justice Oka’s legacy of fairness and environmental advocacy will profoundly impact the judiciary and future judges.
India is the first country to adopt an eco-centric approach over a human-centric one in international jurisprudence. This shift prioritizes the well-being of the entire ecosystem rather than just human needs. Supreme Court judge Justice PS Narasimha highlighted this development at the National Conference on Environment-2025. The move reflects a broader commitment to environmental protection in legal frameworks.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, born on May 14, 1960, assumed office as Chief Justice of India on January 18, 2019, and will retire on May 13, 2025. He has authored 117 judgments, including significant rulings on VVPAT verification, the abrogation of Article 370, and the Electoral Bond Scheme’s constitutionality, emphasizing judicial independence and public rights.
Justice Kuldeep Singh, a former Supreme Court judge known as the “green judge,” passed away at 92 after a brief illness. Appointed to the Supreme Court in 1988 and retiring in 1996, he notably led the bench on the MC Mehta case addressing air pollution and protecting the Taj Mahal. His contributions to environmental law were significant.
