“We Have Three Arms of Govt. Dedicated to the Betterment of the Nation”: CJI Chandrachud on SC’s Distinct Administrative & Judicial Roles

Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud underscored the importance of independence among the Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary for national improvement. He addressed concerns over Prime Minister Modi’s recent visit to his home during a festival, asserting that such social interactions do not affect judicial impartiality and emphasizing the judiciary’s distinct role in governance.

“Judge Resigning to Contest Polls May Affect Public Trust”: SC’s Justice B.R. Gavai

Justice B.R. Gavai highlighted the critical role of judicial ethics and integrity at a conference in Gujarat, stressing that a judge’s conduct affects public trust. He warned that resigning to contest elections could harm perceptions of impartiality and emphasized the judiciary’s independence from other branches to maintain credibility and prevent justice delays.