It Is Not Wrong If CJI Joins Politics After Retirement: Why Former CJI Bhushan Gavai Said This

Former Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai said there is nothing wrong if a retired CJI associates with political parties, as judges also carry lifelong values and ideologies. He clarified that his own judicial decisions were rooted only in constitutional principles, not in expectations of post-retirement benefits.

President Directs Justice Nisha Banu to Join Kerala High Court By 20.12.2025

The President directed Justice Nisha Banu to assume charge as Judge of the Kerala High Court on or before December 20, 2025, after consulting CJI. The Centre notified her transfer from Madras High Court on October 14, 2025.

Justice Katju Slams Transfer of Justice Nisha Banu, Calls It “Threat to Judicial Independence”

Justice Markandey Katju has strongly criticised the transfer of Justice Nisha Banu, calling it unfair and dangerous for the independence of High Court judges. He urged the Supreme Court Collegium to review the decision and ensure transparency and fairness in judicial transfers.

Lawyer vs CJI BR Gavai: Shocking Shoe Attack in Supreme Court Sparks Condemnation from Senior Advocates, Politicians & SCBA

A lawyer allegedly attempted to assault Chief Justice of India BR Gavai by throwing a shoe inside the Supreme Court. SCBA, SCAORA, and BCI condemned the act, calling it an attack on judicial independence and suspended the lawyer.

Govt Tried Repeatedly to Transfer Justice Muralidhar for His Judgment, Reveals Justice Lokur

Former SC judge Justice Madan B. Lokur has revealed that the government repeatedly pressured the Collegium to transfer Justice S. Muralidhar after a judgment displeased the Executive. His disclosure reignites concerns over judicial independence and misuse of transfers.