Justice Ashutosh Kumar has been appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, succeeding Chief Justice KV Chandran. Justice Kumar, who began his legal career in 1991, has an impressive academic background, graduating from St. Stephen’s College and obtaining an LL.B. from Delhi University, becoming a permanent judge in 2016.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna will begin his term as the 51st Chief Justice of India on November 11, 2024, with a six-month tenure ending May 13, 2025. Following his appointment, he has stopped his morning walks due to security concerns. His court will address significant backlogged cases and technological advancements in judiciary processes.
The Delhi High Court today (28th Oct) permitted a minority category student to attend St. Stephen’s classes, amid a seat allocation dispute with Delhi University. The decision followed appeals from both sides regarding a prior ruling that denied admission. The court instructed no further allocation of minority seats until the issue is resolved.
Yesterday, On 8th October, the Delhi High Court held Delhi University guilty of “wilful disobedience” regarding a contempt plea from St. Stephen’s College, which accused DU of prejudicing student admissions due to personal disputes. The court summoned DU officials to explain their actions, stressing the need to protect students’ futures and comply with prior orders.
Today, On 10th September, The Delhi High Court permitted seven students to attend classes at St. Stephen’s College but restrained Delhi University from making further seat allocations. This follows a dispute about admission procedures at the college. The court emphasized that no more seat allocations should occur until the matter is resolved. The ruling came in response to petitions filed by the students challenging the college’s admission process.
Today(9th September), St. Stephen’s College has challenged a Delhi High Court order granting admission to seven students based on Delhi University’s seat allocation. The Delhi High Court had previously directed the college to admit students who were denied entry despite meeting eligibility criteria, and the Division Bench will hear the college’s appeal on Tuesday.
Today, On 30th August, Kapil Sibal urged the Chief Justice of India to appoint more women to the higher judiciary, emphasizing the need for gender representation. With only two women judges in the Supreme Court, Sibal highlighted the potential of women in the legal profession and emphasized the challenges they face in rising to leadership positions. Justice Hima Kohli’s distinguished career was also praised.