Justice B. V. Nagarathna urged stronger solidarity among women lawyers, stating sisterhood is necessary to confront structural inequalities in the legal profession, while speaking at the launch of The Constitution is my Home by senior advocate Indira Jaising.
Indira Jaising invoked Shabari before Supreme Court of India Constitution Bench to stress inclusivity in worship. Arguments arose in ongoing challenge to gender restrictions at Sabarimala Temple concerning women’s entry rights.
The Supreme Court has scheduled final hearings in the CAA challenge from May 5, 2026, separating Assam–Tripura matters from the rest of India cases. CJI Surya Kant stressed no repetition of arguments and allowed additional submissions within four weeks.
Today, On 17th December, Supreme Court said such quorum shopping is unacceptable, as CJI Surya Kant reacted to allegations against trial court judges. Senior Advocate Indira Jaising flagged last-minute complaints made to High Courts, leaving cases stranded when orders are due imminent.
Today, On 28th November, Supreme Court said Maharashtra’s local body polls can go ahead despite the ongoing OBC reservation dispute. However, results in 40 municipal councils and 17 nagar panchayats will remain on hold until the Court delivers its final ruling there.
Senior Advocate Indira Jaising reveals shocking instances of sexual harassment and hierarchical abuse in the Indian judiciary. She calls it the “dark secret of the judiciary” and urges reforms for transparency, diversity, and accountability.
Today, On 18th September, Supreme Court decided it will hear the plea on transgender reservation in PG medical seats next week. The Chief Justice said, “With 2 months of counselling left, no urgency in listing the matter,” indicating a careful review ahead.
Today, On 16th September, Senior Advocate Indira Jaising urged the Supreme Court for transgender reservation in PG medical seats under the NALSA judgment, requesting vacant AIQ and state quota seats. CJI emphasized, “Court’s judgment mandates reservation. At least 15% quota must be provided.” The matter is listed for hearing the day after tomorrow.
Former Supreme Court judge Abhay Oka said Justice BV Nagarathna’s dissent over Justice Vipul Pancholi’s elevation must be disclosed. He stressed transparency in Collegium decisions while balancing lawyers’ privacy.
