Invoking Article 142, the Supreme Court dissolved an irretrievably broken marriage, holding that its continuance would only prolong agony. The Court granted divorce despite trial and High Court findings, stressing complete justice over rigid statutory grounds of law.
Today, On 4th December, The Supreme Court sharply criticised the prolonged delay in ensuring justice, rights, and rehabilitation for an acid-attack survivor, calling it “a mockery of the justice system.” The Court also directed all High Courts to provide details on all pending acid-attack trials.
Today, On 3rd December, The Supreme Court has directed states to ensure immediate medical treatment for acid attack survivors, highlighting long delays in relief. The Court noted that compensation for victims has been pending since 1994, urging strict implementation of prior orders.
Today, On 11th November, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai led a two-minute silence in the Supreme Court to honour the victims of the Delhi bomb blast, expressing deep sorrow and saying, “No words can capture the depth of such grief.”
Attorney General R. Venkataramani urged the creation of a national mediation movement, stressing that “mediation is not just a process; it is a powerful tool for national development and justice,” calling on law schools and legal professionals to promote dialogue over conflict.
The Supreme Court, quoting Shakespeare’s famous line “Let’s kill all the lawyers,” criticised investigating agencies for summoning advocates in criminal cases, warning that such actions could infringe upon their fundamental rights and undermine the independence of the legal profession.
Supreme Court Judge Surya Kant paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri, remembering their values of justice, humility, and service. He highlighted their lasting legacy as a guiding force for India’s democracy.
CJI B R Gavai said courts in India and Nepal act as a bridge between people’s hopes and constitutional ideals. Speaking in Kathmandu, he stressed that the judiciary must ensure justice, equality, and human dignity in practice.
Chief Justice of India B R Gavai said the judiciary has emphasised human dignity as the soul of the Constitution, stressing that courts have always treated dignity as a substantive right, central to justice, liberty, and equality for all.
Former CJI D.Y. Chandrachud said judges heal society not only through rulings but also by listening patiently. Speaking at Meghalaya High Court’s Independence Day event, he stressed freedom, diversity, and youth empowerment.
