The Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Association has urged Chief Justice Sheel Nagu to shift court hearings to primarily video conferencing due to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, which pose serious safety risks. They recommend limiting physical attendance, preparing emergency protocols, and training staff to ensure court functioning amid potential threats.
On May 7, 2025, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan before his retirement. His tenure, marked by significant judicial contributions and landmark judgments, ends this month, paving the way for Justice Bhushan Ramesh Gavai as the next CJI amidst discussions on future judicial leadership.
India is mourning the loss of 26 civilians in a terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Lt. Gen. Pandey criticized judicial delays affecting anti-terrorism efforts, asserting they have facilitated such attacks. He urged the judiciary to better understand security challenges. The government is pursuing tough measures against Pakistan in response, including suspending the Indus Water Treaty.
