The Delhi High Court issued notice to the High Court of Delhi, Central and Delhi government on a plea filed by district court judges of the national capital seeking appropriate government residential accommodations.
The Supreme Court of India has announced the 2024 summer vacation bench schedule, from May 20 to July 7, with 20 benches nominated by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud. These benches are vital for maintaining judicial continuity during the break. Judges utilize this time for essential tasks, dispelling the misconception of a leisurely vacation for the judiciary.
Today, On 25th April, The Bombay High Court broke from tradition to honor retiring Judge Gautam Patel with a full court reference, emphasizing his contributions. Justice Patel expressed gratitude for the honor and his emotional connection to the court’s historic building. He was praised for his scholarly approach, empathy, and significant judicial rulings. His colleagues highlighted his impact on the legal system and his unique style of judgment writing.
The Delhi High Court directed judges to give priority to criminal cases involving MPs and MLAs, aiming for swift and efficient resolution. The court also instructed the registry to re-allocate pending cases and disseminate the judgment to other judges. Special MP/MLA courts were advised to prioritize cases punishable by death or life imprisonment.=”__JETPACK_AI_ERROR__”
Two Karnataka High Court judges, Justice SG Pandit and Justice Pradeep Singh Yerur, received intimidating and potentially dangerous phone calls, prompting them to file detailed FIRs to the Vidhan Soudha Police Station in Bengaluru. The calls were part of a coordinated effort to harass and defraud, leading to a formalized police investigation to uncover the culprits.
Yesterday (March 16th), the Supreme Court of India issued a significant ruling emphasizing equality in determining pensionary benefits for retired high court judges. The Court stressed that there should be no differentiation in pension benefits between judges elevated from the bar and those from the district judiciary. CJI Chandrachud led the bench in this landmark judgment, affirming that the pension entitlements of retired high court judges, regardless of their pre-elevation professional background, should be based on their last salary as a high court judge.
Pragya, the daughter of a cook at the Supreme Court, was honored Today by CJI Chandrachud and other judges for overcoming obstacles to secure scholarships for a Master’s in Law at prestigious US universities. The event showcased her achievement and the support she received, highlighting the potential within individuals, regardless of background, to transcend barriers.
“Increasing Judges’ Retirement Age Based on Performance Not Feasible: Government Informs Parliamentary Panel”, stated a government official, highlighting the complexities involved in implementing performance-based tenure extensions for judges The Indian government has expressed its stance on the proposition of extending the retirement age of judges based on their performance, labeling it as impractical. This viewpoint […]
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, has approved the appointment of five Calcutta High Court judges as permanent judges, marking a significant move to strengthen the judiciary. The decision, following a previous deferral, aims to enhance judicial strength and efficiency in both the Calcutta and Punjab & Haryana High Courts.
