“Focus Is Ensuring Right to Vote”: Supreme Court on West Bengal Voter List ‘Logical Discrepancy’ Row

The Supreme Court said issues in West Bengal’s SIR voter list revision are mostly administrative and should be handled by the Calcutta High Court. The Court will consider extending the electoral roll freeze date; next hearing on April 1.

WB SIR Row| Provide Full Logistical Support To Judges: Supreme Court Directs Bengal Govt & ECI

The Supreme Court directed the West Bengal government and Election Commission to provide logistical support to judicial officers conducting the special intensive revision of electoral rolls, noting they have handled over 10.16 lakh objections and claims regarding voter deletions.

Misconceived Challenge, No Legal Basis: Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against BNSS Provision on Judges Leading Prosecution Offices

The Supreme Court of India dismissed a plea challenging Section 20(2)(a) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, upholding appointment of serving or retired judicial officers as prosecution heads. A Bench led by CJI Surya Kant termed the petition legally misconceived.

Calcutta High Court Holds High-Level SIR Exercise Meeting Following Supreme Court Directive

Today, On 21st February, A high-level meeting on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise was held at the Calcutta High Court , following Supreme Court directions. Chief Justice Sujoy Paul presided over the discussion to establish a judicial oversight framework mandated by the apex court.

Surprise Inspection: Rajasthan High Court Takes Disciplinary Action Against Eight Judicial Officers

The Rajasthan High Court placed eight judicial officers in APO status after a surprise inspection by Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma at its Heritage Building and nearby subordinate courts. The action came after Tuesday’s on-site review there.

Can’t Allow UP To Become A Police State: Allahabad High Court Slams Police For Pressurising Judges

The Allahabad High Court revealed that UP police often pressure judges, especially CJMs, to deliver specific rulings. The Court warned, “Dekhiye isko na police State nai banane dena (We can’t allow this).”

Judicial Officers’ Complaints Are Private: Chhattisgarh High Court Bars RTI Disclosure

The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled that complaints, service records, and inquiry details of judicial officers are personal information and cannot be disclosed under the RTI Act. The Court held that such disclosures lack public interest and are protected under Sections 8(1)(j) and 8(1)(e) of the RTI Act.

BREAKING | District Judge Appointments: CJI Says Selection Grade Follows Merit Cum Seniority, States & UTs Told to Amend Rules in 3 Months

Today, On 19th November, in the District Judge Appointments case, Supreme Court says Selection Grade follows merit cum seniority and orders all States and UTs to amend service rules within three months, ensuring uniform implementation of new roster, seniority, and promotion guidelines across the judicial services system.

Delhi High Court Cancels Bail of Advocate Accused of Raping a Woman Lawyer, Misusing Influence Through Judges

The Delhi High Court revoked the anticipatory bail of a 51-year-old lawyer accused of repeatedly raping a junior advocate and trying to influence her via two judicial officers. Justice Amit Mahajan also ordered an administrative inquiry against the involved judges.

Kerala Lawyers Revolt Against Supreme Court Verdict on Direct Recruitment of District Judge Appointments

Over 200 Kerala lawyers have opposed the Supreme Court’s ruling allowing judicial officers with seven years’ combined experience to be appointed as District Judges under the Bar quota. They claim the decision weakens the Bar’s exclusive constitutional right under Article 233(2).