The Supreme Court of India warned against careless dependence on artificial intelligence after fake precedents and misquoted judgments surfaced, stressing judicial integrity and professional responsibility. Surya Kant observed that unchecked AI use in pleadings risks credibility, urging lawyers to.
The Supreme Court of India criticised the Hyderabad Motor Accident Claims Tribunal for issuing handwritten, often illegible orders despite investment in digitalisation. It stressed that the e-Courts project, now in its third phase, requires progress toward paperless courts.
The Supreme Court allowed a serving Uttarakhand judicial officer to appear in the Himachal Pradesh Judicial Services examination, overturning an unexplained denial by the High Court. Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan quashed the rejection, reinforcing standards in recruitment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
