The Calcutta High Court recently expressed its deep concern over the State Election Commission’s (SEC) inability to maintain peace during the West Bengal panchayat elections, which took place on July 8. The court’s dissatisfaction was primarily directed towards the shifting of blame for the violence that marred the electoral process. Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam, leading […]
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India D. Y. Chandrachud, has proposed new Chief Justices for seven major High Courts across India. The recommendations, which focus on seniority, regional representation, and the need for more women judges in leadership roles, are for the High Courts of Kerala, Orissa, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Bombay, […]