After a full court meeting, the Chief Justice approved a reshuffle appointing new Principal District and Sessions Judges to nine Delhi courts, aiming to streamline judicial administration and improve court efficiency across the capital.
Kapil Sibal, during a Sikkim Judicial Academy lecture, today (26th Oct) criticized the Collegium system for judicial appointments, claiming it lacks merit and creates challenges. He noted that liberal judges often alter their judgments when elevated to Chief Justice due to ambitions for the Supreme Court, leading to a questionable judicial hierarchy that undermines independence.
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court celebrated its 20th anniversary with Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud addressing the event. He praised the Bench’s contributions, emphasizing the importance of integrity in the legal profession. He also highlighted the issue of minimal wages for junior lawyers, urging fair compensation and abandoning paternalistic attitudes.
The Supreme Court of India set to hear a petition challenging the mandatory requirement for lawyers to wear black coats, citing unsuitability for the hot climate. The petitioner calls for alternative dress code options to accommodate diverse climatic conditions. The petition seeks exemptions during summer months and a committee to study the health impacts.