Former CJI BR Gavai clarifies his statement on Lord Vishnu during the Khajuraho temple case, saying social media misrepresented his words. He stresses criticism of judgments is fine, but personal attacks on judges are unacceptable.
Former Chief Justice of India Justice Gavai responded to the shocking shoe-hurling incident in court, emphasizing respect for all religions. He said, “Sometimes forgiveness is better than punishment,” highlighting a message of patience and understanding.
To avoid delays in accommodation for incoming Chief Justices, the Supreme Court has decided to keep two Lutyens’ Delhi bungalows permanently ready as official CJI residences. This move ensures smooth transition and better administrative planning at the top judicial level.
Supreme Court expressed concern over a report claiming “every eight minutes, a child goes missing” and told the Centre to streamline the adoption system. The Court ordered the government to appoint a nodal officer for missing children by December 9.
The Supreme Court urged the government to phase out luxury petrol and diesel vehicles, promoting wider adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). Justice Surya Kant said banning high-end cars first “will not affect the common man.”
The Delhi High Court criticised the Bar Council of India’s rules allowing suspension of foreign law firms based only on a preliminary inquiry, calling them “drastic” and unfair. The Court warned that the BCI must amend the rules or the bench will read them down.
NGO Janshruti has filed a PIL in the Supreme Court under Article 32 urging reforms in the judge appointment process. The plea calls for replacing the opaque Collegium system with a transparent, objective, and statutory mechanism.
The Supreme Court ruled that the Biometric Attendance System in government offices is valid and beneficial, stating that lack of employee consultation doesn’t make it illegal. The Court set aside the Orissa High Court’s 2014 order and allowed its full implementation.
The Bombay High Court rebuked an NFAC tax officer for relying on non-existent, AI-generated judgments while raising a Rs 27.91 crore tax demand against KMG Wires Pvt Ltd. The Court warned that quasi-judicial officers must not “blindly rely” on AI results without proper verification.
Bengaluru Cybercrime Police have filed a case against five users for posting derogatory remarks against CJI B R Gavai after a Delhi lawyer’s shoe-throwing incident in court. The accused face charges under BNS Section 352 for provoking breach of peace.
