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    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended
    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended
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    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended

    The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended five senior High Court judges for appointment as Chief Justices across Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Jharkhand, Sikkim and Patna High Courts. The proposals will now be sent to the Union Government for approval and formal notification.

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    ‘Justice Must Be Felt, Not Just Filed’: CJI Surya Kant on Cost and Delay Blocking Access for Common Citizens
    ‘Justice Must Be Felt, Not Just Filed’: CJI Surya Kant on Cost and Delay Blocking Access for Common Citizens
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    ‘Collegium Far More Open Than Before, But Can Improve’: CJI Surya Kant on Judicial Appointments

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the Collegium system has become more transparent over the years, though reforms are still needed. He stressed merit, integrity and experience as the core criteria for judicial appointments.

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    “Not Just Judges, Entire Supreme Court Shapes Justice”: CJI BR Gavai’s Powerful Farewell Message
    “Not Just Judges, Entire Supreme Court Shapes Justice”: CJI BR Gavai’s Powerful Farewell Message
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    “Regret I Could Not Get A Woman Judge Appointed To Supreme Court,” Says Outgoing CJI Gavai In Emotional Farewell Statement

    Outgoing CJI B R Gavai expressed regret over not appointing a woman judge to the Supreme Court during his tenure. He highlighted progress in High Courts, where 16 women judges were recommended under his leadership.

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    Supreme Court Orders High Courts to Review All Pending UAPA Cases; Seeks Faster Trials Nationwide
    Supreme Court Orders High Courts to Review All Pending UAPA Cases; Seeks Faster Trials Nationwide
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    Breaking: Centre Appoints 16 Judges Across 5 High Courts After Supreme Court Collegium Nod

    The Central Government has notified the appointment and extension of 16 judges in five High Courts, following Supreme Court Collegium recommendations. The move includes new permanent Judges and tenure extensions to strengthen the judiciary.

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    Breaking: Senior Advocate Appeals to CJI BR Gavai to Stop Transfers of Justices Arun Monga & Tara Vitasta Ganju from Delhi High Court
    Breaking: Senior Advocate Appeals to CJI BR Gavai to Stop Transfers of Justices Arun Monga & Tara Vitasta Ganju from Delhi High Court
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    “No Concrete Response”: Law Ministry Dodges Key Questions on Pending Collegium Judge Appointments in Parliament

    The Law Ministry avoided giving direct answers in Rajya Sabha on pending Collegium recommendations for judicial appointments. Congress MPs flagged delays, but received only vague and general responses.

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    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended
    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended
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    Supreme Court Collegium Recommends 9 Additional Judges as Permanent Judges in Andhra, Calcutta, Chhattisgarh & Karnataka High Courts

    The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of nine additional judges as permanent judges in the High Courts of Andhra Pradesh, Calcutta, Chhattisgarh, and Karnataka, stating they are “fit for being appointed permanently.”

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    TMC Leaders Cleared: Delhi Court Discharges Derek O'Brien, Sagarika Ghose in ECI Protest Case
    TMC Leaders Cleared: Delhi Court Discharges Derek O'Brien, Sagarika Ghose in ECI Protest Case
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    Advocate Withdraws Consent for Appointment as Delhi High Court Judge After Prolonged Delay

    Advocate Shwetasree Majumdar has retracted her consent for a judgeship at the Delhi High Court due to the Central Government’s unexplained year-long delay in processing her appointment, despite recommendations from the Supreme Court Collegium. This situation raises concerns about transparency in judicial appointments amid her notable legal background and contributions.

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