The Centre constituted a High-Level Committee under retired Supreme Court judge Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar to examine demographic changes allegedly caused by illegal immigration and other unnatural factors, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah stating the panel will also assess the need for a separate law.
The Supreme Court Collegium recommended Senior Advocate V Mohana for elevation as Supreme Court judge, marking a landmark moment for women’s representation in the judiciary, with her distinguished legal career recognised as a significant breakthrough in a profession historically dominated by men across India.
Justice B. V. Nagarathna urged stronger solidarity among women lawyers, stating sisterhood is necessary to confront structural inequalities in the legal profession, while speaking at the launch of The Constitution is my Home by senior advocate Indira Jaising.
The Judges Inquiry Committee submitted its report on corruption allegations against Yashwant Varma to Om Birla, with Justice Aravind Kumar formally handing over the findings at Parliament House under the Judges Inquiry Act, 1968.
Vikram Nath stressed that artificial intelligence must not replace human judgment in courts. Speaking at judicial conference, he urged cautious adoption, highlighting need to balance technological advancement with core human element in judicial decision making processes.
Justice Aravind Kumar questioned the trend of young lawyers taking weekends off, stressing that true success requires dedication and long working hours. He said commitment to the profession is essential and limiting work time can slow down learning and growth.
Supreme Court judge Justice P S Narasimha cautioned lawyers and judges against over-dependence on artificial intelligence, stressing that AI should not weaken critical and analytical thinking. He said technology must assist the legal system, not replace human judgment, as courts prepare for major changes ahead.
A Supreme Court judge said mediation can become widely accepted in India only if people change their mindset and trust the process at the grassroots level. He stressed that mediation must work parallel to courts and should not be confused with arbitration.
Justice B V Nagarathna said South Indians should not feel isolated just because they don’t speak Hindi and stressed the need for moderation in language use in courts. She highlighted India’s linguistic diversity and said English connects southern states in the judicial system.
The Centre has cleared the appointment of Supreme Court Judge Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India. He will take over the top post after incumbent CJI BR Gavai retires on November 23, 2025.
