The Supreme Court collegium, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, held an unprecedented meeting in Visakhapatnam to assess candidates for judgeship from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana High Courts. This marks a significant departure from traditional processes, allowing personal interaction to evaluate candidates’ suitability, while also addressing diversity concerns regarding family connections in judicial appointments.
Today (3rd May): The Supreme Court stayed the Punjab & Haryana High Court’s order to open a road outside the Punjab Chief Minister’s residence to the public, following concerns about security risks and terrorism resurgence. The stay order pauses the road’s opening and allows writ petition proceedings to continue. The court emphasized the need to avoid inconveniencing the public.