The Supreme Court of India allowed lawyers to appear via video conferencing from February 16 to February 20 due to traffic disruptions near Bharat Mandapam during the AI Impact Summit. The move followed request from Supreme Court Bar Association, officially issued.
Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has recommended Justice BR Gavai as his successor, with Gavai expected to take oath on May 14. He will become the second Dalit CJI, following Justice KG Balakrishnan in 2007. Gavai, a Supreme Court judge, has contributed to significant judgments, including demonetization and electoral bonds.
