Today, On 11th November, The Supreme Court questioned the poll body’s authority to decide citizenship during the Special Summary Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying “If ECI Has No Power, It Won’t,” while hearing pleas challenging the exercise in Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.
Today, On 11th November, The Supreme Court stayed all High Court proceedings on the validity of the electoral roll revision across Bihar, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Pondicherry, directing that the matter be centrally heard, and scheduled the next hearing for November 26.
Justice Surya Kant, the senior-most Supreme Court judge, stressed that the judiciary must evolve and innovate to effectively tackle modern challenges like digital exclusion, climate change, displacement, and transnational migration, warning that failure to do so could limit its true potential.
A dramatic courtroom moment unfolded in Supreme Court Today (April 1) as Justice Kant questioned an NGO’s motives for opposing a solar plant. He asked, “Who has planted you?” and hinted at rival funding behind the case.
Today, On 12th July, Justice Surya Kant urged Indian legislators to take proactive steps against climate change during an event attended by Supreme Court judges focusing on environmental issues. Justices discussed alarming global temperature increases, agricultural impact, and environmental justice issues. Their participation emphasizes the judiciary’s commitment to addressing environmental concerns and supporting legislative measures for a greener future.
