The Delhi High Court Chief Justice praised Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s journey from a district court lawyer to the top judicial post, calling it a shining example of merit over privilege. He said the CJI’s life proves that hard work, conviction, and humility can break every glass ceiling in the judiciary.
The Delhi High Court Bar Association celebrated Justice Surya Kant’s appointment as Chief Justice of India at the Main Court Building. In his address, CJI Kant emphasized, “Collaboration between bar and bench is crucial in the justice delivery system.”
Today, On 6th January, The Supreme Court extended interim protection to Ashoka University Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad over his remarks on Operation Sindoor, giving the State six weeks to decide on sanction. The Court said no coercive action shall be taken meanwhile.
The Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, said many cases can be resolved without lengthy trials through mediation and settlements. He stressed that faster, time-bound justice and meaningful outcomes must replace endless court processes.
The Supreme Court is hearing a plea alleging financial irregularities by Indiabulls Housing Finance and its promoters. Noting ED and EOW FIRs and ongoing probes, the Court directed the CBI Director to take a final call and file a fresh affidavit.
Today, On 17th December, Supreme Court today heard a contempt plea over alleged shoe-hurling at former CJI B R Gavai during proceedings. The Bench said preventive measures are needed, as SCBA and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta agreed to give suggestions to Court.
Today, 3rd December, The Supreme Court is set to examine the constitutional validity of Talaq-e-Hasan, an extrajudicial Muslim divorce practice. The Court has scheduled the hearing for 21st January and directed that a counter be filed within four weeks.
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said the government and Law Commission are actively finalising the Advocates Protection Act to ensure safety and insurance for lawyers. A key meeting on December 8 will discuss reforms, including amendments to the Advocates Act.
Today, On 28th November, Supreme Court said Maharashtra’s local body polls can go ahead despite the ongoing OBC reservation dispute. However, results in 40 municipal councils and 17 nagar panchayats will remain on hold until the Court delivers its final ruling there.
Today, On 27th November, Kapil Sibal said it is a “dangerous proposition and unreasonable” to deploy school teachers as BLOs, arguing that such officials cannot decide citizenship and the process risks wrongful voter deletions across Bihar’s electoral rolls.
