CJI Sanjiv Khanna, in his farewell speech, emphasized the importance of concise drafting in legal petitions. He urged lawyers to focus on specialization and mentorship for young attorneys. His reflections highlighted the critical role of clarity, integrity, and the responsibility of judges, serving as valuable guidance for future legal practitioners in India.
Justice Yashwant Varma has declined to resign despite being indicted by an in-house panel over unaccounted cash at his residence. The CJI has forwarded the report to the President and PM, opening doors to impeachment. New Delhi: Justice Yashwant Varma, a High Court judge, has refused to resign even after an internal committee of senior […]
The Supreme Court has permitted Ashish Mishra, accused in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, to visit his family on weekends, while expediting trial proceedings and streamlining the witness list. Mishra, facing charges for mowing down protesting farmers, had earlier bail restrictions modified, allowing private family visits but prohibiting public engagements.
The Delhi High Court emphasized the sanctity of the Indian Parliament, stating that its breach should not be trivialized or compared to the sacrifices of martyrs like Bhagat Singh. The court questioned the application of the stringent UAPA law, urging the Delhi Police to justify its use in this case.
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.
Justice B.R. Gavai announced that the Supreme Court of India will operate with three Vacation Benches weekly during the summer recess, countering the traditional notion of vacations. This change aims to ensure continuous access to justice, demonstrating the Court’s commitment to reducing case pendency and facilitating faster resolutions even during breaks.
The Bombay High Court has initiated suo motu action regarding lengthy adoption delays in India, following a Times of India report indicating an average wait of 3.5 years for prospective parents. With 35,500 families registered and only 2,400 children available, the court has called for responses from CARA and the government.
President Murmu and CJI Khanna advocated for mediation as a superior approach to justice during the National Mediation Conference, highlighting its ability to ease court congestion and foster social harmony. They stressed mediation’s role in restoring relationships and its significance in the Indian legal system, encouraging broader awareness and implementation.
The Supreme Court of India has given the Jammu and Kashmir government six weeks to report on detained Pakistani nationals, citing data loss due to recent floods. The court acknowledged the challenges faced by the authorities in providing this information and set a follow-up hearing for July 25 to ensure compliance with the deadline.
The Central Government has appointed seven judicial officers as judges of the Gujarat High Court, following a recommendation from the Supreme Court Collegium. Although eight names were proposed, only seven were approved. This appointment aims to alleviate the burden on current judges, enhancing judicial efficiency despite ongoing vacancies.