Justice Bela Trivedi retired from the Supreme Court of India on May 16, 2025, leaving behind a significant legacy of impactful judgments on constitutional rights, gender justice, and criminal law. Known for her independence and judicial courage, she made pivotal contributions, including dissenting opinions. Her departure was marked by controversy but highlighted her commitment to justice.
On his last day as Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna announced he won’t take any official post after retirement, emphasizing independence in his future legal endeavors. He highlighted the importance of decisive judicial thinking while reflecting on his family legacy within the legal profession. His tenure was marked by integrity and commitment to justice.
Justice Abhay S Oka inaugurated the new Thane court building, expressing concern over the 4.6 lakh pending cases, particularly highlighting 3.51 lakh criminal cases. He urged Maharashtra to enhance judicial infrastructure, linking it to timely justice. His remarks emphasize the need for improvements to restore public trust in the judiciary.
Chennai: Former Supreme Court judge V Ramaswami, who was the first judge in independent India to face removal proceedings, passed away on Saturday at his home in Chennai due to cardiac arrest. He was 96 years old. Justice Ramaswami is survived by three daughters and two sons. One of his sons is an advocate.
Justice Arun Mishra has been criticized for favoring the Modi government in his judgments, including several during court vacations that benefited Adani. He publicly called Modi a “visionary” and was allowed to keep his official house for 9 months after retirement, contrary to rules. Later, he was appointed NHRC Chief, where he did little for three years. Mahua Moitra called him an “Internationally Acclaimed Brown-noser” after his appointment as BCCI Ombudsman, highlighting concerns about political influence on judicial appointments.
Justice K Vinod Chandran, formerly the Chief Justice of Patna High Court, Today (Jan 16) sworn in as a Supreme Court judge by Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna. This raises the Supreme Court’s working strength to 33 out of its sanctioned 34 judges. His elevation follows the approval of the apex court collegium’s recommendation by the Centre on January 13.
Justice Nagarathna shared an inspiring story about two lawyers one who became the President of India and the other who became the Chief Justice. She told this story during her speech at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru. The story showed how lawyers can make a big difference in the country. Justice Nagarathna highlighted the value of hard work and honesty in the legal profession.
Today, On 21st December, Former Supreme Court judge Justice Madan Lokur has been named the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council. This council helps improve the UN’s internal justice system by ensuring fairness and transparency in handling disputes. Justice Lokur’s rich experience in the Indian judiciary makes him an excellent choice for this role. His appointment shows India’s growing role in international law and governance.