Former CJI DY Chandrachud calls for an arbitration revolution in India, urging institutions to embrace diversity, appoint women arbitrators, and adopt technology for efficient, modern dispute resolution.
Justice NK Singh, born on March 1, 1963, in Imphal, Manipur, assumed office as a Supreme Court judge on July 18, 2024, marking a milestone as Manipur’s first judge in the Supreme Court. His judicial career includes significant roles in various high courts and notable rulings in cases related to nationality and citizenship.
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Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as the Chief Justice of India on Monday, succeeding Justice DY Chandrachud. He has a notable judicial track record, including key rulings on electoral integrity and political issues. His tenure as the 51st CJI will last until May 2025, with a salary of Rs 2.8 lakh per month.
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During the convocation at PGIMER, Chandigarh, Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud, emphasized the importance of empathy and ethics in medical practice. He drew parallels between medicine and law, highlighting the need for compassion, accessibility to healthcare, and ethical decision-making. He also shared a personal experience to underscore the human aspect of healthcare.
On Monday(5th August), Chief Justice DY Chandrachud emphasized the need for courts to embrace technological advancements for improved accessibility and efficiency. This was highlighted during the launch of the e-DHCR portal for Delhi High Court judgments and the inauguration of a café managed by neurodiverse individuals. The event also showcased the transformative potential of the portal in legal research.
Today(on 26th July),the Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and the governors of West Bengal and Kerala regarding their denial of assent to state bills and their referral to the President. The requests come amidst disputes over legislative approval processes, reflecting ongoing tensions between state governments and their appointed governors.
In a recent interaction at Harvard Law School, Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud, addressed the controversial appointment of Justice Victoria Gowri to the Madras High Court, emphasizing that past political affiliations and views should not disqualify individuals from becoming judges. This statement comes in the wake of Justice Gowri’s elevation, which was steeped […]
In a significant move towards addressing gender stereotypes, the Supreme Court of India has decided to amend the terminology used in its “Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes,” replacing the term “sex worker” with “trafficked victim/survivor or woman engaged in commercial sexual activity or woman forced into commercial sexual exploitation.” Also read- Supreme Court Highlights Challenges […]
In a significant development, the central government has informed the Supreme Court that the Constitution does not grant voters the right to be informed about the funding of political parties. This statement was made in anticipation of the hearing on petitions challenging the electoral bond scheme. Attorney General R Venkataramani, in a written submission to […]