Retired Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka said he would have declined invitations from Adhivakta Parishad as a sitting judge due to perceived political leanings. He highlighted the need for strict judicial neutrality and urged both sitting and retired judges to maintain dignity and public trust in the legal system.
Justice BV Nagarathna highlighted gaps in India’s arbitration system, noting absence of a dedicated forum for arbitrator misconduct complaints. She observed courts hesitate to remove arbitrators, especially former judges, raising concerns over accountability and effective dispute resolution mechanisms.
In a recent Supreme Court hearing, Justice SVN Bhatti criticized young lawyers for avoiding trial courts, essential for grassroots legal learning. The Court granted parole to a man convicted under the POCSO Act, despite procedural lapses. The petitioner can seek parole extension after the initial week granted from June 15 to June 21, 2025.