Justice A.S. Oka stressed that judges must not think about future career opportunities after taking the oath. He said such thoughts weaken their ability to perform judicial duties with honesty, independence, and integrity.
At his farewell event in Pune, former Supreme Court judge Abhay Oka said judges should take up more matters to reduce case pendency, adding that simply creating another bench won’t solve the backlog problem in courts.
Yesterday, On 21st May, Chief Justice of India B R Gavai praised Justice Abhay S Oka as a “workaholic and dedicated to work” during a farewell organised by SCAORA, ahead of Justice Oka’s retirement on May 24.
Today, On 21st May, Justice A.S. Oka was given an emotional farewell by the Supreme Court Bar and Bench. Leaders praised his integrity, with one remarking, “We are saying goodbye to a legacy marked by integrity and courage.”
Today, On 16th May, CJI BR Gavai said, “I must deprecate openly,” criticising the SCBA for refusing a farewell to Justice Bela Trivedi, and praised Kapil Sibal and Rachana Srivastava for attending despite the association’s resolution.
The SCAORA held a farewell ceremony for Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, highlighting his impactful leadership marked by integrity, justice, and transparency. Nikhil Jain praised Khanna’s inclusivity and advocacy for fundamental rights. In his farewell address, Khanna encouraged Advocates-on-Record to be confident in their cases and promote continuous learning and mentorship within the legal community.
Justice CT Ravikumar’s farewell at the Supreme Court of India was an emotional event, filled with heartfelt tributes and praise for his outstanding career. Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna called him “a God’s own man from God’s own country, Kerala,” recognizing his strong ties to his home state. Justice Ravikumar’s legacy of humility, fairness, and wisdom made a lasting mark on the judiciary. The event celebrated his valuable contributions and the respect he earned during his time in the court.
Supreme Court Judge CT Ravikumar, who is retiring, was given a farewell by the Supreme Court Advocates on Record (SCORA) on Thursday. His last working day will be on Friday. The Chief Justice praised him for his inspiring journey as a judge and his legacy of hard work and honesty in the Supreme Court.
Today, On 27th November, The Kerala High Court is addressing a plea for a CBI investigation into ADM Naveen Babu’s death, raised by his widow. She alleges that former Panchayat President PP Divya may be using political influence to interfere with the investigation. The court aims to ensure a fair and transparent inquiry, with further proceedings scheduled for December 6.
Kapil Sibal, President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, delivered a poignant farewell to retiring Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, emphasizing his significant contributions and legacy surpassing that of his father. Sibal praised Chandrachud’s commitment to justice, equality, and inclusivity, marking his tenure as impactful and progressive within India’s judiciary.
