Manipur Violence: Supreme Court Extends Justice Gita Mittal Committee’s Tenure Till July 31

Today, On 28th January, The Supreme Court has extended the tenure of the Justice Gita Mittal Committee overseeing relief and rehabilitation for victims of ethnic violence in Manipur. The extension till July 31 aims to ensure continued monitoring of support efforts there.

Judgments Consistently Uphold Equality, Secularism and Justice: Kerala HC CJ Nitin Jamdar Bids Farewell

The Kerala High Court held a full court reference to honour retiring Chief Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar, concluding his three-decade judicial career and tenure as the Court’s 39th Chief Justice. In his farewell, Justice Jamdar recalled his Kerala experience as professionally fulfilling and personally enriching.

Centre Appoints Justice A Muhamed Mustaque as Chief Justice of Sikkim High Court

The Centre has notified the appointment of Justice A Muhamed Mustaque as the Chief Justice of the Sikkim High Court following the Supreme Court Collegium’s recommendation. With his elevation, the Sikkim High Court will reach its full sanctioned strength of three judges.

You Cannot Try to Crumble the Judiciary of This Country: Supreme Court Slams NGO for Article 32 Plea Against Its Own Judgment

Today, On 12th December, A tense moment arose in the Supreme Court when an NGO filed a writ petition seeking to overturn one of the Court’s own judgments. The Bench warned the petitioner, saying, “Let this serve as a message. You cannot try to crumble the judiciary of this country.”

Historic Step: Supreme Court Designates Four Former High Court Judges as Senior Advocates

In a landmark Full Court decision on December 10, 2025, the Supreme Court exercised its constitutional powers to confer Senior Advocate status on four retired High Court judges, marking a significant moment for the Indian legal fraternity.

44 SC/HC Former Judges Stand Firm Against ‘Motivated Attacks’ on CJI Surya Kant Over Rohingya Remarks

A group of 44 retired Supreme Court and High Court judges has condemned the “motivated” campaign targeting CJI Surya Kant over his remarks in the Rohingya case. They said routine legal questions were twisted into false allegations of prejudice, harming judicial independence.

“A Sporting Judiciary”: Farhan Dubash & Savitri Ratho Lead Winners at National Judges’ Badminton Championship

Justice Farhan Dubash and Justice Savitri Ratho clinched top honours at the Judges’ National Badminton Championship in New Delhi. The inaugural event saw 70+ judges compete in a spirited display of fitness, camaraderie, and sportsmanship.

“Jo Aaj Sahib-e-Masnad Hai, Kal Nahi Honge”: Justice Atul Sreedharan’s Poetic Farewell from Madhya Pradesh High Court

Justice Atul Sreedharan quoted poet Rahat Indori at his farewell from the Madhya Pradesh High Court, reflecting on impermanence as he moves to the Allahabad High Court. Bar leaders voiced concern over his frequent transfers and judicial independence.

Centre Clears 24 Allahabad High Court Judges, Withholds Names of Adnan Ahmad and Jai Krishna Upadhyay Despite Collegium Nod

Out of 26 names cleared by the Supreme Court Collegium, the Centre approved 24 for the Allahabad High Court. Advocates Adnan Ahmad and Jai Krishna Upadhyay were kept pending, raising concerns over selective appointments.

Supreme Court Calls for a Performance Review System for High Court Judges, Warns Against Adjournment Culture

The Supreme Court stressed the need for a performance evaluation mechanism for High Court judges to ensure efficiency and accountability. The Bench also cautioned that repeated adjournments harm credibility and erode public trust in the judiciary.