Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna said judges use court vacations to write judgments and work late into the night due to heavy case workload. She also stated that the government is the biggest litigator and a major reason behind judicial backlog in India.
Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud emphasized that AI has transformative potential, capable of revolutionizing India’s justice system by automating high-volume cheque dishonour cases. He believes AI-enabled adjudication can cut delays, reduce pendency, and enhance judicial efficiency without compromising fairness.
Today, On 13rd February, The Supreme Court denied bail to the accused in the 2020 Bengaluru riots case, emphasizing the seriousness of the charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The court directed the Karnataka government to establish additional special UAPA courts to expedite trials and reduce judicial backlog. This move aims to ensure swift justice and address delays in handling cases related to public safety and national security.