The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya for appointment as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court, replacing Justice Vibhu Bakhru. Currently the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Upadhyaya’s appointment follows his legal career, including roles in the Allahabad High Court and state legal counsels.
The Supreme Court transferred 24 writ petitions regarding Amazon and Flipkart’s anti-competitive practices to the Karnataka High Court, following a request from the Competition Commission of India (CCI). This consolidation aims to unify ongoing cases related to alleged violations of the Competition Act, 2002, enhancing efficiency and consistency in rulings.
Justice Hemant Chandangoudar granted an interim order in response to Nikita’s challenge against her arrest concerning charges of abetting her husband’s suicide. Her lawyer argued the arrest lacked legal grounds. The Karnataka High Court also directed updates to the Supreme Court regarding custody issues linked to Atul Subhash’s family. Further hearings are set for January 6.