Centre Warns of ‘Constitutional Chaos’ on Governors’ Timeline Order: “Supreme Court Cannot Amend or Defeat Constitution Makers’ Intent”

The Centre has warned the Supreme Court that fixing a timeline for Governors may create “constitutional chaos,” stressing that even under Article 142, the Court cannot amend or override the original intent of the Constitution makers.

CJI Gavai to Harish Salve: “We’re Not Taking Mentions from Senior Advocates” but Allows Virtual Appearance

In the presidential reference case, CJI B.R. Gavai initially refused Harish Salve’s urgent mention but permitted him to appear virtually after personal reasons were cited. The court stressed such requests should go through the AoR and questioned the presence of top law officers.