The Supreme Court Collegium recommended appointing nine advocates as judges of the Bombay High Court and Justice Narendar G as Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court. The recommendations followed evaluations of candidates’ merits, addressing current judicial vacancies, and ensuring representation from the Karnataka High Court among Chief Justices.
The Union government appointed Chief Justices to eight High Courts, as announced by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. Key appointments include Justice Manmohan at Delhi, Justice Rajiv Shakdher at Himachal Pradesh, and Justice Suresh Kait at Madhya Pradesh. This follows earlier recommendations from the Supreme Court Collegium.
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, updated its appointments for Chief Justices of four High Courts due to prior delays from the Central Government. New recommendations now include Justice Indra Prasanna Mukerji for Meghalaya, Justice Suresh Kumar Kait for Madhya Pradesh, Justice GS Sandhawalia for Himachal Pradesh, and Justice Tashi Rabstan for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
Today, On 10th September, The Supreme Court Collegium recommended the elevation of three judicial officers, initially proposed by the Madras High Court, to serve as judges in the Madras High Court. The elevation of these officers, including Augustine Devadoss Maria Clete, aims to increase minority representation and strengthen the judiciary in Tamil Nadu, addressing vacancies and enhancing efficiency.
Today, On 30th August, The Supreme Court Collegium upheld its decision to transfer Justice Shamim Ahmed from the Allahabad High Court to the Madras High Court, despite his request for reconsideration. This reaffirmation, aimed at improving judicial administration, demonstrates the meticulous consideration underlying judicial transfers in India, ensuring an effective judiciary nationwide.
On Thursday(29th August),The Supreme Court Collegium, led by CJI DY Chandrachud, recommended Tejas Dhirenbhai Karia for appointment as a judge in the Delhi High Court, emphasizing his expertise in arbitration law. This move highlights the judiciary’s need for specialists in this critical legal area.
The Central Government has made nine additional judges of the Allahabad High Court permanent, following thorough evaluation, endorsed by the Chief Minister and Governor of Uttar Pradesh. The move, announced by Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, aims to strengthen the judiciary and improve the court’s efficiency amidst a growing caseload.
Today, On 5th August, The Central government approved a new one-year term for nine additional judges of the Calcutta High Court starting on August 31, 2024. This decision follows the Supreme Court Collegium’s choice to extend their terms instead of making them permanent judges. It highlights the complexity of judicial appointments in India and aims to ensure continuity while evaluating permanent appointments.
Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal highlighted a significant delay in filling nearly 39% of high court vacancies in India, with 357 judges’ positions vacant as of July 19. The government has only received 219 recommendations from high court collegiums for appointments. Delays in the judicial appointment process impact the efficiency of the system, requiring collaboration between government and collegiums for timely appointments.
The Supreme Court Collegium recommended Advocate Bibhu Datta Guru and Advocate Amitendra Kishore Prasad for judgeship in the Chhattisgarh High Court, citing their suitability based on age and standing at the Bar. The recommendation followed the Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court’s endorsement, with the Chief Minister and Governor of Chhattisgarh in agreement.