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    Supreme Court Collegium Picks Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo as Next Patna High Court Chief Justice
    Supreme Court Collegium Picks Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo as Next Patna High Court Chief Justice
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    Supreme Court Collegium Picks Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo as Next Patna High Court Chief Justice

    The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Orissa High Court Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo for appointment as Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by CJI Surya Kant on December 18.

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    Appointment of Judges in Delhi High Court: 10 of 44 Judges Now from Other States After Major Judicial Transfers
    Appointment of Judges in Delhi High Court: 10 of 44 Judges Now from Other States After Major Judicial Transfers
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    Appointment of Judges in Delhi High Court: 10 of 44 Judges Now from Other States After Major Judicial Transfers

    A recent wave of judicial transfers has reshaped the Delhi High Court, with 10 of its 44 judges now from other states. The appointments mark a major shift in the court’s composition and seniority structure.

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    “Jo Aaj Sahib-e-Masnad Hai, Kal Nahi Honge”: Justice Atul Sreedharan’s Poetic Farewell from Madhya Pradesh High Court
    “Jo Aaj Sahib-e-Masnad Hai, Kal Nahi Honge”: Justice Atul Sreedharan’s Poetic Farewell from Madhya Pradesh High Court
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    “Jo Aaj Sahib-e-Masnad Hai, Kal Nahi Honge”: Justice Atul Sreedharan’s Poetic Farewell from Madhya Pradesh High Court

    Justice Atul Sreedharan quoted poet Rahat Indori at his farewell from the Madhya Pradesh High Court, reflecting on impermanence as he moves to the Allahabad High Court. Bar leaders voiced concern over his frequent transfers and judicial independence.

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    DHCBA writes to CJI over transfer of Delhi High Court judges, seeks transparency in collegium decisions
    DHCBA writes to CJI over transfer of Delhi High Court judges, seeks transparency in collegium decisions
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    DHCBA writes to CJI over transfer of Delhi High Court judges, seeks transparency in collegium decisions

    The Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) has raised concerns with CJI BR Gavai and the Supreme Court Collegium over frequent transfers of judges. It urged greater transparency and consultation in judicial appointments and transfers.

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    Local Talent Ignored? | Delhi Bar Associations Writes To Chief Justice & Questions Adverse Remarks & Rising Judicial Transfers to High Court
    Local Talent Ignored? | Delhi Bar Associations Writes To Chief Justice & Questions Adverse Remarks & Rising Judicial Transfers to High Court
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    Local Talent Ignored? | Delhi Bar Associations Writes To Chief Justice & Questions Adverse Remarks & Rising Judicial Transfers to High Court

    Delhi Bar Associations write to the Chief Justice, raising concerns over adverse remarks and rising judicial transfers, and questioning why local talent is being ignored in High Court elevations.

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    Over 1.20 Lakh Cases Pending in Delhi HC Due to Judge Shortage: "Situation Is Extremely Distressing for Any Judge”
    Over 1.20 Lakh Cases Pending in Delhi HC Due to Judge Shortage: "Situation Is Extremely Distressing for Any Judge”
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    Over 1.20 Lakh Cases Pending in Delhi HC Due to Judge Shortage: “Situation Is Extremely Distressing for Any Judge”

    Over 1.20 lakh cases are pending in the Delhi High Court, mainly due to judge shortage worsened by recent transfers and retirements. Justice Kathpalia’s bench called the situation “extremely distressing,” as many appeals remain unheard for years.

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    11th International Yoga Day: CJI BR Gavai Participates in Supreme Court Yoga Session
    11th International Yoga Day: CJI BR Gavai Participates in Supreme Court Yoga Session
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    11th International Yoga Day: CJI BR Gavai Participates in Supreme Court Yoga Session

    Today, On 21st June, On the 11th International Yoga Day, CJI BR Gavai joined a special yoga session held at the Supreme Court’s Administrative Building in Delhi. He also addressed participants, encouraging the practice for health and well-being.

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    CJI Gavai: "No Nation Can Be Truly Progressive or Democratic Without Addressing Structural Inequalities"
    CJI Gavai: "No Nation Can Be Truly Progressive or Democratic Without Addressing Structural Inequalities"
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    CJI Gavai: “No Nation Can Be Truly Progressive or Democratic Without Addressing Structural Inequalities”

    CJI Gavai emphasized that a country cannot genuinely call itself progressive or democratic unless it tackles deep-rooted social inequalities. He highlighted the urgent need to eliminate systemic barriers that continue to marginalize large sections of society.

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    93 Out of 129 Cleared: CJI B.R. Gavai Opens Up on High Court Appointments and Social Representation
    93 Out of 129 Cleared: CJI B.R. Gavai Opens Up on High Court Appointments and Social Representation
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    CJI Gavai Urges Centre: “Don’t Act Selectively on Collegium Recommendations”

    CJI Bhushan R. Gavai firmly told the Centre, “Don’t act selectively on collegium recommendations,” stressing that judicial appointments must be handled fairly, without splitting or delaying names, to protect the independence and integrity of the judiciary.

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    ‘Delhi HC Now Feels Like an IPL Team’: Justice Dharmesh Sharma Bids Farewell, Known for Convicting Kuldeep Sengar
    ‘Delhi HC Now Feels Like an IPL Team’: Justice Dharmesh Sharma Bids Farewell, Known for Convicting Kuldeep Sengar
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    ‘Delhi HC Now Feels Like an IPL Team’: Justice Dharmesh Sharma Bids Farewell, Known for Convicting Kuldeep Sengar

    Justice Dharmesh Sharma, known for convicting ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar in the Unnao rape case, is retiring from the Delhi High Court on June 8. At his farewell, he noted the court’s evolving dynamics with new judges joining and expressed gratitude for his career, indicating plans to return to the legal field.

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