Kerala VC Appointment Row | Perhaps Over A Cup Of Coffee: Supreme Court Urges Governor–State Government Cooperation

Today, On 18th December, Supreme Court urged continued cooperation between the Kerala Governor and the State Government while concluding the Vice-Chancellor appointment row, as Justice JB Pardiwala expressed hope that dialogue would prevail, perhaps over a cup of coffee, in public interest.

‘Collegium Far More Open Than Before, But Can Improve’: CJI Surya Kant on Judicial Appointments

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the Collegium system has become more transparent over the years, though reforms are still needed. He stressed merit, integrity and experience as the core criteria for judicial appointments.

CJI Surya Kant Sets Clear Line on Judicial Appointments: “Merit, Integrity and Temperament Will Decide Elevations”

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that judicial appointments under the Collegium system will strongly prioritise merit, integrity, experience, and the right judicial temperament. He emphasised balanced transparency in the appointment process while safeguarding institutional integrity.