Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud, in a profound address, emphasized the role of the Supreme Court as a “people’s court” over the past seven decades, urging citizens not to fear approaching the courts. Speaking at the inauguration of the Constitution Day celebrations at the Supreme Court, he highlighted the court’s role in […]
In a recent address at the 36th LAWASIA conference in Bengaluru, Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul highlighted the irreplaceable role of human judges in the face of advancing AI technology. Justice Kaul emphasized that while AI can enhance the speed of research and drafting in the legal field, it cannot replicate the unique combination […]
In a significant development in the Indian judiciary, the Centre has approved the appointment of senior advocate U K Nair as a judge of the Gauhati High Court. This decision comes after the High Court had deferred the swearing-in ceremony of another senior advocate, Kaushik Goswami, for the same position. The official gazette notification dated […]
The Supreme Court of India has expressed its intention to re-examine its 2022 judgment, which upheld the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) powers concerning arrests, property attachments, and search and seizure operations under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). However, the apex court clarified that it would focus solely on the ‘legal issues’ and refrain from […]
In a pivotal decision on October 17, 2023, the Supreme Court of India unanimously decided against modifying the Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954, to encompass non-heterosexual unions. This move effectively denies legal recognition for queer marriages in India, sparking a wave of reactions and discussions. Senior Advocate Geeta Luthra, reflecting on the global trend of accepting […]
In a move that underscores the evolving dynamics of India’s judiciary and its commitment to strengthening the bench, the Supreme Court Collegium has taken a pivotal step towards enhancing the judicial strength of the Uttarakhand High Court. The Collegium, a distinguished panel comprising Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, and […]
In a significant move that underscores the evolving dynamics of India’s judiciary, the Supreme Court Collegium has taken a decisive step towards bolstering the bench strength of the Patna High Court. The Collegium, which comprises Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, and Justice Sanjiv Khanna, has recommended the names of […]
The Supreme Court has taken a stern stance against the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) for persistently raking up an already adjudicated issue concerning payment obligations. The apex court has imposed a hefty cost of Rs 65 lakh on PSPCL for its repeated attempts to evade its responsibilities. The bench, comprising Justice Sanjay Kishan […]
The Supreme Court of India is preparing to announce several pivotal verdicts as the year progresses, especially in light of the upcoming retirement of two of its prominent judges. Justice Ravindra Bhat, after serving a tenure of four years, is set to retire on October 20, 2023. Meanwhile, Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, with over six […]
Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul Highlights Concerns Over Undertrial Prisoners: A Deep Dive into the UTRC Special Campaign 2023 Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, a distinguished Supreme Court judge and the Executive Chairperson of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), has voiced his apprehensions regarding the plight of undertrial prisoners in India. He remarked, “We could not […]
