CJI Surya Kant stated, “Justice delayed is not only justice denied but it is justice destroyed.” He made these remarks at the Fali Nariman memorial lecture and during a felicitation program organized by the Bombay High Court.
Today, On 19th January, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant dismissed a “publicity-seeking” plea demanding a judicial reforms committee and a 12-month deadline for all cases. He cautioned, “Don’t file petitions just to speak in front of cameramen outside the court premises.”
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged young lawyers to see law not as a quick route to success but as a disciplined craft requiring patience and integrity, saying it will test them before offering any meaningful reward.
The Supreme Court used Article 142 to revive the delayed Supertech Supernova project, ensuring progress and safeguarding all homebuyers. A bench led by CJI Surya Kant created a court-monitored framework to ensure completion and supervise Supertech’s insolvency process.
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre and Jammu & Kashmir administration to provide proper space for the Central Administrative Tribunal in Jammu within one month. The court also stressed the need for a permanent building and proper staff for smooth functioning.
The Supreme Court will hear on December 9 the plea seeking provisional inclusion of pre-2014 Bangladeshi migrants in West Bengal’s SIR process. Petitioners argue earlier judgments already grant them protection, while the CJI says each case must be evaluated individually.
Supreme Court judges, top law officers and senior advocates came together at JGLS to re-enact the iconic Kesavananda Bharati case. The event highlighted the Basic Structure doctrine and the continuing debate on judicial independence and parliamentary power.
Chief Justice of India-designate Justice Surya Kant urged young lawyers to “stay curious and never stop learning” while addressing the convocation at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia National Law University, Lucknow, stressing that curiosity and continuous learning define lasting success in law.
Today, On 31st October, The Supreme Court issued notice on the bail plea of Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel, in the alleged multi-crore liquor scam case, directing the Enforcement Directorate to file its reply within ten days.
Today, On 14th October the Supreme Court decided that it will hear Judicial Promotions Case on October 28–29, with CJI Seeking Data from All High Courts: “How Many Appointed Through Direct Recruitment and Judicial Service?” to Examine Seniority and Promotion Patterns in the Judiciary.
