Former CJI DY Chandrachud responded to the bungalow controversy saying their packing is done and they’ll shift the next day the house is ready. He said the allotted home needs major repairs, which caused the delay.
On January 2, 2025, Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna greeted lawyers and litigants as the Supreme Court resumed after a winter break. He announced that the email system for case mentions was down, instructing lawyers to submit physical letters instead, which would be reviewed for urgent case listings.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, born on May 14, 1960, assumed office as Chief Justice of India on January 18, 2019, and will retire on May 13, 2025. He has authored 117 judgments, including significant rulings on VVPAT verification, the abrogation of Article 370, and the Electoral Bond Scheme’s constitutionality, emphasizing judicial independence and public rights.
At a farewell event for Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Attorney General R. Venkatramani praised his scholarly qualities, commitment to justice, and impactful tenure. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal highlighted Chandrachud’s openness to critical issues, emphasizing that his legacy would endure due to his thoughtful and inclusive approaches to leadership.
The Supreme Court of India, in a recent hearing, dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the removal of the Shahi Idgah Mosque adjacent to the Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura. The apex court, led by Justice Khanna, emphasized the complexity of the matter, citing the presence of disputed facts and ongoing litigation. Also read-ASI Requests […]
