The Supreme Court of India has issued a Gazette notification announcing partial Court working days for the summer period of 2026, along with the constitution of Benches for hearing urgent matters. The notification has been issued under Rule 4 of Order II of the Supreme Court Rules, 2013, on the direction of the Chief Justice of India.
The United Doctors Front (UDF) has submitted a Public Interest Litigation to the Supreme Court, highlighting the exploitative working conditions of resident doctors in India. They report that doctors often work 70-100 hours weekly, violating established regulations, impacting health and patient safety. The UDF seeks enforcement of proper duty hours as per existing guidelines.
The Supreme Court of India defended judges’ work ethic, rejecting criticism on working hours and vacations. Justices expressed dismay at economist Sanjeev Sanyal’s remarks, emphasizing the judiciary’s workload and dedication. This emphasizes the court’s role in upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice in India.