The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has appealed to Chief Justice of India B R Gavai and Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. They urged the finalisation of the MoP, calling for a “transparent, equitable, and merit-driven” framework for judicial appointments.
The Supreme Court has instructed the Jharkhand High Court to re-evaluate a single parent judicial officer’s previously denied child care leave request. The Court emphasized that the review should not be influenced by earlier decisions. This case highlights the judiciary’s need for a sensitive approach regarding the challenges faced by single working parents.
Justice Bela M Trivedi, the eleventh woman judge of the Supreme Court of India, retired after 3.5 years of significant service. Her unique ascent from a trial court judge to an apex court judge is a notable milestone in Indian judicial history. Trivedi’s legacy continues to inspire future generations in the judiciary.
Today, On 3rd February, Retired Supreme Court judge Hrishikesh Roy expressed concern over the optics of PM Modi’s visit to Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s home for Ganpati Puja, calling it “disturbing.” He clarified, however, that no court-related discussions took place during the visit. Roy emphasized that such events could have been avoided to prevent any perception of undue influence. The incident raised questions about the separation of powers and judicial independence.
Today, On 17th December, The Supreme Court deliberating on the case of two female judicial officers dismissed by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, who argue their terminations were punitive and lacked fairness. Both were on probation, with claims of unfair disciplinary processes. The court has reserved judgment, considering issues of justice and procedural rights.
Justice BV Nagarathna, born on 30-10-1962, assumed office in the Supreme Court of India on 31-08-2021. With 68 authored judgments, notable cases include Bilkis Yakub Rasool v Union of India and Vivek Narayan Sharma v Union of India. She is celebrated for pioneering women’s representation in the judiciary.