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    Supreme Court Collegium Picks Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo as Next Patna High Court Chief Justice
    Supreme Court Collegium Picks Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo as Next Patna High Court Chief Justice
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    Supreme Court Collegium Picks Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo as Next Patna High Court Chief Justice

    The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Orissa High Court Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo for appointment as Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by CJI Surya Kant on December 18.

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    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended
    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended
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    Supreme Court Collegium Clears New Chief Justices for 5 High Courts; Key Appointments Recommended

    The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended five senior High Court judges for appointment as Chief Justices across Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Jharkhand, Sikkim and Patna High Courts. The proposals will now be sent to the Union Government for approval and formal notification.

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    Justice Varma Impeachment Row | How Could Such A Procedural Oversight Occur?: Supreme Court Flags Lapses, Issues Notice To LS, RS
    Justice Varma Impeachment Row | How Could Such A Procedural Oversight Occur?: Supreme Court Flags Lapses, Issues Notice To LS, RS
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    Justice Varma Impeachment Row | How Could Such A Procedural Oversight Occur?: Supreme Court Flags Lapses, Issues Notice To LS, RS

    Today, On 16th December, Supreme Court issued notice to the Lok Sabha Speaker and Parliament secretariats on Justice Yashwant Varma’s plea challenging constitution of a three-member inquiry committee. While flagging procedural lapses, the Court questioned how such an oversight occurred during impeachment proceedings.

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    ‘Justice Must Be Felt, Not Just Filed’: CJI Surya Kant on Cost and Delay Blocking Access for Common Citizens
    ‘Justice Must Be Felt, Not Just Filed’: CJI Surya Kant on Cost and Delay Blocking Access for Common Citizens
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    ‘Collegium Far More Open Than Before, But Can Improve’: CJI Surya Kant on Judicial Appointments

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the Collegium system has become more transparent over the years, though reforms are still needed. He stressed merit, integrity and experience as the core criteria for judicial appointments.

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    CJI Surya Kant Sets Clear Line on Judicial Appointments: “Merit, Integrity and Temperament Will Decide Elevations”
    CJI Surya Kant Sets Clear Line on Judicial Appointments: “Merit, Integrity and Temperament Will Decide Elevations”
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    CJI Surya Kant Sets Clear Line on Judicial Appointments: “Merit, Integrity and Temperament Will Decide Elevations”

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said that judicial appointments under the Collegium system will strongly prioritise merit, integrity, experience, and the right judicial temperament. He emphasised balanced transparency in the appointment process while safeguarding institutional integrity.

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    Supreme Court Collegium Reform: How CJI Surya Kant’s Tenure Will Transform Judicial Appointments 
    Supreme Court Collegium Reform: How CJI Surya Kant’s Tenure Will Transform Judicial Appointments 
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    Supreme Court Collegium Reform: How CJI Surya Kant’s Tenure Will Transform Judicial Appointments 

    CJI Surya Kant’s tenure marks a pivotal phase for the Supreme Court Collegium, with structural shifts and key retirements set to influence top judicial appointments. The next 14 months will shape the composition of India’s highest courts.

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    CJI Gavai Breaks Records: 21 Judges from Backward & SC Communities Appointed During His Tenure
    CJI Gavai Breaks Records: 21 Judges from Backward & SC Communities Appointed During His Tenure
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    CJI Gavai Breaks Records: 21 Judges from Backward & SC Communities Appointed During His Tenure

    CJI BR Gavai’s tenure boosted judicial diversity with 11 judges from Backward Classes and 10 from Scheduled Castes appointed to High Courts. His leadership marked one of the strongest pushes for inclusive representation in India’s judiciary.

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    93 Out of 129 Cleared: CJI B.R. Gavai Opens Up on High Court Appointments and Social Representation
    93 Out of 129 Cleared: CJI B.R. Gavai Opens Up on High Court Appointments and Social Representation
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    93 Out of 129 Cleared: CJI B.R. Gavai Opens Up on High Court Appointments and Social Representation

    Outgoing CJI B.R. Gavai has released official data showing that 93 out of 129 names were approved for High Court judges during his tenure. The figures also reveal details on caste, minority and women representation in the Collegium’s recommendations.

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    “Not Just Judges, Entire Supreme Court Shapes Justice”: CJI BR Gavai’s Powerful Farewell Message
    “Not Just Judges, Entire Supreme Court Shapes Justice”: CJI BR Gavai’s Powerful Farewell Message
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    “Regret I Could Not Get A Woman Judge Appointed To Supreme Court,” Says Outgoing CJI Gavai In Emotional Farewell Statement

    Outgoing CJI B R Gavai expressed regret over not appointing a woman judge to the Supreme Court during his tenure. He highlighted progress in High Courts, where 16 women judges were recommended under his leadership.

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    Justice Atul Sreedharan Takes Oath as Allahabad High Court Judge After Controversial Transfer
    Justice Atul Sreedharan Takes Oath as Allahabad High Court Judge After Controversial Transfer
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    Justice Atul Sreedharan Takes Oath as Allahabad High Court Judge After Controversial Transfer

    Justice Atul Sreedharan was sworn in as a judge of the Allahabad High Court following his transfer from Madhya Pradesh. His posting comes after the Supreme Court Collegium accepted the Centre’s request to alter his earlier transfer to Chhattisgarh.

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