Today, On 8th January, Justices Ajay Digpaul and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar were sworn in as Delhi High Court judges in a ceremony held on the court premises. The oath was administered by Acting Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru. The event marks the formal induction of the two judges into their new roles. Their appointment is expected to further strengthen the judicial capacity of the Delhi High Court.
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the oath-taking method of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, eight Cabinet Ministers, and thirty-seven MLAs. The court ruled the oaths were in compliance with constitutional format, acknowledging the societal respect for revered figures. The petitioner’s argument for violating the constitutional mandate was dismissed, emphasizing understanding of India’s diverse practices.
