CJI Gavai has officially recommended Justice Surya Kant as his successor. With this recommendation, Justice Surya Kant is set to become the 53rd Chief Justice of India, marking a significant moment in the judiciary’s leadership transition.
The Supreme Court Collegium recommended the appointment of six judicial officers as judges for the High Courts of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh during a meeting on January 11. This decision addresses existing vacancies, with Telangana having 15 unfilled positions and Andhra Pradesh 11, improving judicial capacity in both states.
Retired Supreme Court Justice Hima Kohli emphasized the need for a comprehensive national climate law in India, advocating for environmental laws that address climate change effectively. Following the M K Ranjit Sinh case, she highlighted the integration of human rights into climate discussions and the crucial role of public interest litigations in advancing climate justice.
Justice Hima Kohli and Gary Born addressed the need for a separate statute for international arbitration in India at the London International Disputes Week. They highlighted the existing framework’s effectiveness and emphasized the importance of minimizing court involvement in arbitration to ensure efficient dispute resolution. They also discussed the significance of contextual relevance in legal precedents.