The Bombay High Court (Kolhapur Bench) stressed stronger security at Kolhapur District Court after an advocate assault, noting measures taken but directing further improvements based on committee recommendations to ensure safety within court premises.
Former Supreme Court of India judge A.S. Oka said the judiciary has not fully met public expectations, warning that self-congratulatory narratives overlook the real struggles faced by common litigants within the legal system.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant addressed Indian Army personnel in Leh, stressing access to justice for soldiers in remote areas, affirming that law must reach them as they safeguard the nation under challenging conditions.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said access to justice must transcend geography while inaugurating the Kargil District Court Complex in Ladakh, marking a significant step toward strengthening judicial infrastructure in remote regions.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged High Courts to prioritise women in judicial appointments. Most courts agreed, amid low female representation, with only 116 of 813 High Court judges being women, highlighting gender imbalance in judiciary.
Supreme Court Justice Manmohan said High Court judges cannot work independently if they are under constant fear of transfers. He called for a detailed review of the collegium system and raised concerns over government litigation and panel lawyer appointments.
Gita Mittal highlighted challenges women face entering and advancing in the judiciary, recalling a Delhi High Court collegium meeting where she questioned the absence of women during discussions on judicial appointments.
The Supreme Court’s intervention aims to reform criminal investigations and prosecutions through coordinated efforts, strict timelines, and stronger witness protection mechanisms, as Justices M.M. Sundresh and Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh examine systemic gaps hindering effective justice delivery across India.
Justice B V Nagarathna said South Indians should not feel isolated just because they don’t speak Hindi and stressed the need for moderation in language use in courts. She highlighted India’s linguistic diversity and said English connects southern states in the judicial system.
