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    An Identifiable Ailment And It Needs To End: Supreme Court Slams High Court Judges For Delayed Judgments After Hearings
    An Identifiable Ailment And It Needs To End: Supreme Court Slams High Court Judges For Delayed Judgments After Hearings
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    An Identifiable Ailment And It Needs To End: Supreme Court Slams High Court Judges For Delayed Judgments After Hearings

    Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court firmly urged High Courts to stop reserving judgments for long periods without timely delivery or publication. Calling the delay an identifiable ailment that must end, the Court stressed the need to protect consumers of justice.

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    Responsibility of the Guilty Officer Needs to Be Fixed: Supreme Court Slams Registry After Same FIR Listed Before Two Benches
    Responsibility of the Guilty Officer Needs to Be Fixed: Supreme Court Slams Registry After Same FIR Listed Before Two Benches
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    Responsibility of the Guilty Officer Needs to Be Fixed: Supreme Court Slams Registry for Mis-Listing Connected Petitions Before Different Benches

    The Supreme Court sought a detailed explanation from its Registry after two petitions arising from the same FIR and impugned order were listed before separate Benches, directing the facts be placed before the Chief Justice and accountability fixed accordingly.

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    “‘Persistence Always Beats Privilege’: Delhi HC Chief Justice Hails CJI Surya Kant’s Inspiring Rise”
    “‘Persistence Always Beats Privilege’: Delhi HC Chief Justice Hails CJI Surya Kant’s Inspiring Rise”
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    “Justice Must Be Predictable, Not a Matter of Chance”: CJI Surya Kant Unveils Unified Judicial Policy to Strengthen Public Trust

    CJI Surya Kant said courts must prioritise personal liberty and ensure predictable decisions to strengthen public trust. He introduced the Unified Judicial Policy to bring consistency, technology and clarity across all courts in India.

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    “Agra Officials Rush After Emergency Call, Find CJI Already Standing at Airport”
    “Agra Officials Rush After Emergency Call, Find CJI Already Standing at Airport”
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    CJI Surya Kant Sets Clear Line on Judicial Appointments: “Merit, Integrity and Temperament Will Decide Elevations”

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that judicial appointments under the Collegium system will strongly prioritise merit, integrity, experience, and the right judicial temperament. He emphasised balanced transparency in the appointment process while safeguarding institutional integrity.

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    ‘If there is a case of the poor, call even in the middle of the night’: CJI Surya Kant recalls Supreme Court’s historic 3 AM hearing
    ‘If there is a case of the poor, call even in the middle of the night’: CJI Surya Kant recalls Supreme Court’s historic 3 AM hearing
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    No Oral Mentioning, All Urgent Cases Will Be Automatically Listed Within Two Days: CJI Surya Kant Launches Major Listing Reform from Dec 1

    No oral mentioning will be allowed as the Supreme Court introduces a new system where all urgent cases get automatically listed within two working days. CJI Surya Kant’s major reform from December 1 aims to ensure faster and predictable access to justice.

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

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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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    93 Out of 129 Cleared: CJI B.R. Gavai Opens Up on High Court Appointments and Social Representation

    Outgoing CJI B.R. Gavai has released official data showing that 93 out of 129 names were approved for High Court judges during his tenure. The figures also reveal details on caste, minority and women representation in the Collegium’s recommendations.

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    BREAKING| Otherwise Your Clients Will Be Offended: CJI Gavai Flags Social Media Concern Over Court Reporting During Judges Association Case
    BREAKING| Otherwise Your Clients Will Be Offended: CJI Gavai Flags Social Media Concern Over Court Reporting During Judges Association Case
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    BREAKING | Supreme Court Sends Judicial Officers’ Promotion Issues to Constitution Bench

    Today, On 7th October, CJI Gavai flagged concerns over social media coverage of court proceedings during the Judges Association case. He warned, “Otherwise your clients will be offended,” highlighting the need to restrict reporting to protect the dignity of ongoing judicial matters.

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    Babri Masjid Was Desecration Remark | Ayodhya Verdict Can Be Contested Through Curative Petition Based on Ex-CJI Chandrachud’s Statement: Prof. G Mohan Gopal
    Babri Masjid Was Desecration Remark | Ayodhya Verdict Can Be Contested Through Curative Petition Based on Ex-CJI Chandrachud’s Statement: Prof. G Mohan Gopal
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    Babri Masjid Was Desecration Remark | Ayodhya Verdict Can Be Contested Through Curative Petition Based on Ex-CJI Chandrachud’s Statement: Prof. G Mohan Gopal

    Prof. Mohan Gopal said the Ayodhya judgment can be challenged through a curative petition based on Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud’s remark that the very erection of the Babri Masjid was an act of desecration of a temple.

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    CJI BR Gavai Warns: 'Social Media Can Misinterpret Judges’ Remarks'
    CJI BR Gavai Warns: 'Social Media Can Misinterpret Judges’ Remarks'
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    “Judges Should Be in Love with Justice and Freedom, Not Money,” Says CJI BR Gavai – Urges Judges to Uphold Integrity and Public Trust

    CJI BR Gavai emphasized that judges must uphold justice and serve the cause of freedom rather than pursue personal wealth. He warned that misconduct by even a single judge can tarnish the reputation of the entire judiciary.

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