To avoid delays in accommodation for incoming Chief Justices, the Supreme Court has decided to keep two Lutyens’ Delhi bungalows permanently ready as official CJI residences. This move ensures smooth transition and better administrative planning at the top judicial level.
On April 26, the Supreme Court of India reported disruptions in its digital services due to issues with the National Government Cloud (NGC). Key platforms like the Supreme Court website and e-Filing system were temporarily down. Technical teams are working to restore services, and the Court appreciates public patience during this inconvenience.
Candidates of the BPSC 70th Combined Entrance Exam (CEE) have filed a petition in the Supreme Court demanding the cancellation of the examination, citing irregularities. The petitioners claim procedural lapses and unfair practices impacted the exam’s fairness. Amid ongoing protests, students have called for immediate redressal of their grievances. The Supreme Court has assured the matter will be heard by an appropriate bench on Tuesday, January 7.
The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA) raised concerns in a letter to Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna regarding recent architectural changes at the Supreme Court. They criticized the lack of consultation over glass partitions and the relocation of the National Judicial Museum, fearing these actions could undermine institutional heritage and inclusivity in decision-making.
The Supreme Court today (29th Nov) criticized the Kerala High Court for wrongly granting bail to 17 accused PFI members in a murder case tied to RSS leader Srinivasan, stating that individual roles were not assessed. It also demanded an explanation from the Supreme Court Registry for failing to list certain Special Leave Petitions by the NIA.
Today(on 9th August),Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud announced the Supreme Court’s second hackathon, focused on using artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency of the Court’s Registry. Organized as part of the Court’s 75th-anniversary celebrations, the initiative highlights the judiciary’s dedication to adopting advanced technology for better judicial processes.
Today, On 29th July, Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud announced a special Lok Adalat at the Supreme Court from July 29 to August 3, aiming to address the backlog of cases. Seven benches will focus on prompt resolution of cases, emphasizing the importance of citizen participation and amicable settlements through alternative dispute resolution methods.
On Tuesday(16th July),The Supreme Court rebuked its registry for directing a case involving a service dispute and individuals with criminal histories to the Lok Adalat. The case involved an appeal challenging the rejection of a constable position due to nondisclosure of criminal prosecution, upheld by the Madhya Pradesh High Court in August 2019.
Today, On 12th July, The Chief Justice of India agreed to consider listing a PIL seeking an SIT probe into the Electoral Bond Scheme, acknowledging concerns about transparency and legality. The plea calls for investigating funding sources of companies that donated to political parties and recovering funds from “quid pro quo” arrangements. The Supreme Court has assured priority for an early hearing.
