Justice Deepak Roshan stressed that judges must remain objective, free from media influence, and use AI only to improve efficiency, not replace courts.
SCBA President Vikas Singh hits back at economist Sanjeev Sanyal, saying, “Judiciary is not India’s roadblock.” He firmly stated that the real problem lies with the government, not the courts, which play a crucial role in governance.
An advocate strongly criticized Sanjeev Sanyal’s remarks calling the judiciary a “hurdle.” The advocate stated, “Such a characterization as a hurdle must be carefully qualified,” cautioning that it risks misrepresenting the democratic balance of powers in India.
Lawyer Shashi Ranjan Kumar Singh writes to Attorney General seeking consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against Sanjeev Sanyal over his remarks on the judiciary. The move cites potential impact on public trust and Sanyal’s role as government advisor.
Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa sent a strongly worded letter to Sanjeev Sanyal, member of the PM’s Economic Advisory Council, asserting that the judiciary does not block progress but upholds development, constitutional values, and protects liberty. Earlier, Sanyal called it the biggest hurdle to India’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ goal.
The Supreme Court, led by CJI BR Gavai, continued hearing Rejanish K.V. v. K. Deepa & Ors, debating whether judges with prior advocacy experience qualify under the advocates’ quota for District Judge appointments. Senior counsels stressed Article 233 protects both promotion and direct recruitment streams, ensuring judicial independence.
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has appealed to Chief Justice of India B R Gavai and Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. They urged the finalisation of the MoP, calling for a “transparent, equitable, and merit-driven” framework for judicial appointments.
SC hears suo motu case on pay disparities in consumer commissions, stressing uniform salaries and allowances. Next hearing set for October 2025.
Calcutta High Court Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, at his farewell event hosted by the West Bengal government, stressed, “Diplomacy is important on either side, essential between judiciary and executive,” highlighting the delicate balance required for governance and constitutional harmony.
Ex-SC Judge Justice Katju highlights the fundamental defect in the Collegium system in his open letter to CJI B.R. Gavai, urging immediate formation of an 11-judge bench to revisit Second and Third Judges’ case verdicts.
