Judges Must Uphold Their Oath and Judicial Dharma: Justice B.V. Nagarathna

Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna said judges must honour their oath and judicial dharma even when unpopular decisions risk their elevation or extensions. She stressed that judicial review must balance transformative constitutionalism with the basic structure through courts.

Sanctity of the Lawyer-Client Relationship Violated: Delhi HC Slams DDA for Withholding Advocate’s Fees

The Delhi High Court criticized the DDA for delaying an advocate’s rightful fees, stressing that public bodies must act honourably. The court said such conduct undermines the rule of law and damages the sanctity of the lawyer-client relationship.

Public Outrage Can’t Decide Guilt: Supreme Court Says Truth, Not Popular Opinion, Must Guide Investigations

The Supreme Court said public anger in high-profile cases is understandable but cannot control investigations or court decisions. Justice must be based on evidence and impartial inquiry, not media pressure or majority sentiment.

Judicial Leadership Suffers When Judges Pretend They Are  Perfect: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice Surya Kant said true judicial leadership grows through honesty, self-reflection, and humility, not pretended perfection, urging judges to embrace learning and reform. Speaking at meeting of Commonwealth Judicial Educators, he proposed Body to unite bench and educators.

Successive FIRs Appeared to Be a Conscious Attempt to Keep an Accused Behind Bars: Supreme Court Slams Jharkhand Police

The Supreme Court of India criticised Jharkhand Police for filing successive FIRs to prolong custody despite bail granted earlier orders. A bench of Aravind Kumar and P. B. Varale ordered release, noting abuse of process.

‘Enough Is Enough’: Ex-CJI B R Gavai Throws Weight Behind Justice Rebello’s Goa Movement

Former Chief Justice of India B R Gavai has extended strong constitutional support to Justice Ferdino Rebello’s “Enough is Enough” movement. He said the 10-point Charter of Demands reflects core principles of environmental law, people-centric development, and the need to preserve Goa’s identity and culture.

“Serious Systemic Failure”: Delhi High Court Slams 13-Year Delay in Arrest of Murder Convict After Appeal Rejection

The Delhi High Court strongly criticised a 13-year delay in arresting a murder convict whose appeal was dismissed in 2012, calling it a “serious systemic failure”. The Court warned that such lapses damage the credibility of the criminal justice system and issued strict directions to prevent similar failures.

Supreme Court Issues Notice in PIL Against Protestors Defaming Justice G.R. Swaminathan Over Madurai Temple Order

Today, On 28th January, The Supreme Court issued notice on a PIL seeking action against protestors who allegedly defamed Justice G.R. Swaminathan of the Madras High Court. The remarks followed his order to light the Karthigai Deepam at Thiruparankundram Temple.

Supreme Court Is Not Established to Justify Executive Actions Denying Liberty: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan

Justice Ujjal Bhuyan said the Supreme Court must not legitimise executive actions that curb liberty or breach human rights. Speaking in Goa, he stressed judicial unity to uphold law uniformly and promote global cooperation for extraditing white-collar offenders worldwide.

“High Courts Are Real Guardians Of Rule Of Law For Common Citizens,” Says CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said High Courts are the first and strongest protectors of the rule of law for ordinary people. He stressed that citizens should approach High Courts first, as they are vital, accessible centres of constitutional justice.