Justice Rajesh Bindal said AI and digital tools should only assist courts and must not override judicial reasoning. He also raised concerns about data privacy risks linked to the use of open-source platforms in the judiciary.
Delhi High Court will today hear a petition filed by former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other discharged leaders in the excise policy case. Plea seeks recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing Central Bureau of Investigation challenge.
CJI Surya Kant inaugurated Phase III of the e-Courts Project, aiming to transform India’s justice system. He emphasised the initiative goes beyond digitisation, focusing on redesigning access to justice and improving efficiency, inclusivity, and citizen centric service delivery nationwide.
Shashi Tharoor criticises the Centre over proposed changes to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, calling them politically motivated. He urges that women’s reservation be implemented fairly without harming federal balance or parliamentary integrity.
A Madurai-based petitioner has approached the Supreme Court demanding cancellation of Tamil Nadu Assembly elections over widespread bribery claims. The plea alleges large-scale distribution of cash and gifts, raising serious concerns about free and fair elections.
The Supreme Court will hear key petitions on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and freezing of electoral rolls in West Bengal before the Assembly elections. The case also covers the “gherao” of judicial officers, with the Court already ordering an NIA probe.
Allahabad High Court dismissed a plea to cancel an FIR in a planned acid attack linked to a property dispute, calling the allegations extremely serious. The court stressed the need for a full investigation and warned UP police over delays in submitting key injury reports.
CJI Surya Kant said technology has become central to ensuring equality before law and improving access to justice across India. He emphasised building fully digital courts to make justice faster, transparent, and accessible to all.
Justice Aravind Kumar questioned the trend of young lawyers taking weekends off, stressing that true success requires dedication and long working hours. He said commitment to the profession is essential and limiting work time can slow down learning and growth.
The Supreme Court has reiterated that the right to vote and contest elections are statutory rights, not fundamental rights. It held these rights depend on laws made by Parliament and can be regulated through eligibility conditions.
