Today, On 28th July, the Supreme Court asked Justice Varma about the credibility of the inquiry panel’s report and scheduled the matter for Wednesday, after strong constitutional objections were raised by Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal.
Justice Dipankar Datta of the Supreme Court emphasized the need for strict action against external influences that delay judicial appointments in India. Speaking at a Bombay High Court event, he advocated for a transparent, merit-based system, urging respect for Collegium recommendations and highlighting past flaws in judicial appointments.
The Supreme Court criticized Rahul Gandhi for his controversial comments about Veer Savarkar, leading to a defamation case filed by Savarkar’s relative. The court summoned Gandhi to appear in Pune on May 9, 2025, and warned him against making uninformed statements about historical figures. Proper historical understanding is emphasized for political leaders.
Justice Dipankar Datta, born on August 10, 1960, assumed office in the Supreme Court on December 12, 2022, after serving as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. With 81 authored judgments, notable cases include media influence in investigations and challenges against restrictive IT Rules. He retires on February 8, 2030.
The Supreme Court cautioned the Registrar to ensure diligence among assistants, due to a missing order and critical report in a case file. Despite the registrar’s conclusion, the court noted the absence of an official report and directed the Registry to submit a report within a week, setting the case for re-listing in ten days.
The Supreme Court urged the Central government to engage with protesting farmers and proposed the formation of an independent committee to address the trust deficit. It directed both Punjab and Haryana to plan the removal of barricades at the Shambhu border and emphasized the importance of avoiding conflict between the states.