Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said that “technology is the most effective way to address the judiciary’s time wastage” while speaking at the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s programme on “Fragmentation to Fusion: Empowering Justice via United Digital Platform Integration” in the city.
Sikkim became India’s first paperless judiciary state, announced by Surya Kant at Gangtok conclave. Prem Singh Tamang called it milestone for efficient, transparent justice system.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed judicial officers not to rely on AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot and Meta AI for drafting judgments or legal research, the court also warned that any violation will be treated seriously.
The Supreme Court of India warned against careless dependence on artificial intelligence after fake precedents and misquoted judgments surfaced, stressing judicial integrity and professional responsibility. Surya Kant observed that unchecked AI use in pleadings risks credibility, urging lawyers to.
The Supreme Court of India criticised the Hyderabad Motor Accident Claims Tribunal for issuing handwritten, often illegible orders despite investment in digitalisation. It stressed that the e-Courts project, now in its third phase, requires progress toward paperless courts.
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping legal research by making it faster, smarter, and more cost-effective for lawyers. While AI enhances efficiency and access to justice, human judgment and ethics remain central to legal practice.
Today, On 15th December, Amid severe pollution levels in the national capital, the Delhi High Court issued an advisory to the Bar. Lawyers and self-represented litigants were advised to utilise hybrid appearances via video conferencing to reduce physical presence in court.
Former CJI D Y Chandrachud said India’s legal education system has major gaps despite producing top lawyers. He urged reforms, tech skills, and mental health support for the profession.
Justice Surya Kant warns that court digitisation hasn’t helped the poor due to digital exclusion. Says justice must stay human-centric and accessible to all.
Today, On 5th July, CJI BR Gavai inaugurated live streaming of Bombay High Court proceedings on YouTube, enabling real-time public access to five benches. The launch also included free Wi-Fi and internet facilities within the High Court premises for better connectivity.
