From Supreme Court to NALSA: SC Justice Vikram Nath Appointed NALSA Executive Chairman

Supreme Court Judge Justice Vikram Nath has been appointed as the Executive Chairman of NALSA, succeeding Justice Surya Kant. He will oversee legal aid services and the nationwide mission to provide free justice to the underprivileged.

Judiciary Must Evolve to Tackle Digital Exclusion, Climate Change, and Displacement: Justice Surya Kant

Justice Surya Kant, the senior-most Supreme Court judge, stressed that the judiciary must evolve and innovate to effectively tackle modern challenges like digital exclusion, climate change, displacement, and transnational migration, warning that failure to do so could limit its true potential.

“Justice Cannot Operate Selectively, Article 21 Must Protect Ecology Too”: Justice Surya Kant

Justice Surya Kant said Article 21 must also cover ecological preservation essential for life, stressing that justice cannot work selectively. He was speaking at a Kerala conference on human–wildlife conflict.

Supreme Court asks NALSA to inspect closure of Delhi homeless shelters for DMRC metro work

The Supreme Court has directed NALSA to inspect and report on the closure of shelters at Anand Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan due to Delhi Metro work. Over 1,000 homeless people may be displaced, raising concerns about relocation and basic facilities.

CJI B.R. Gavai: “Women Empowerment Remains a Cornerstone of Justice Delivery System”

At the NALSA Conference 2025, CJI B.R. Gavai emphasized that women’s empowerment is a key pillar of an inclusive and effective justice delivery system in India.

“They Protect Us at the Borders, We Must Protect Them in the Courts” — Justice Surya Kant Launches Legal Aid Lifeline for Soldiers

Supreme Court judge Justice Surya Kant unveils a nationwide legal aid scheme for soldiers and their families. The initiative ensures free legal help through Sainik Board clinics and ex-army advocates.

“Don’t Misuse VC to Hide Behind the Screen”: Supreme Court Tells Woman Litigant, Offers Free Legal Aid & Travel Support

The Supreme Court urged a woman litigant to argue her case in person instead of via video conferencing, citing suspicious conduct. The bench offered her legal assistance and full travel expenses through NALSA for a fair hearing.

Supreme Court Reserves Order on Plea to Release Terminally Ill & Elderly Inmates: “Prison Rules Are All Applicable Individually to the States”

Today, On 18th July, The Supreme Court has reserved its order on a plea seeking the release of terminally ill and elderly prisoners, observing, “Prison rules are all applicable individually to the states,” and urging uniform policy for compassionate release.

Bombay High Court Restrains Lawyer from Impersonating Singer Sonu Nigam on X, Orders Use of Full Legal Name: “Personality Rights Were Being Violated”

The Bombay High Court issued an ex-parte order against a lawyer impersonating singer Sonu Nigam on X, directing him to use his full name, after the singer alleged a violation of his personality rights in court.

BREAKING: NALSA, Supreme Court Launch Nationwide Mediation Drive from July 1 to Clear Pending Cases

NALSA and the SC Mediation Panel will launch a 90-day “Mediation For the Nation” campaign from July 1, 2025, to promote cost-effective dispute resolution across India. This initiative aims to resolve pending cases through mediation, encouraging a faster and more amicable process while alleviating the burden on courts and preserving relationships.