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The Indian Supreme Court has appointed former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud to mediate the ongoing dispute over Sunjay Kapur's estate. The mediation aims to resolve the conflict between Rani Kapur and Priya Sachdev.
The Chief Justice of India has requested a report regarding a viral video from the Andhra Pradesh High Court, which captured a courtroom exchange before Justice Tarlada Rajasekhar Rao and sparked widespread social media reactions.
The 52nd Chief Justice of India is scheduled to deliver the Sujata Jayawardena Memorial Oration.
The Chief Justice of India has stated that a dedicated bench will be required to handle matters related to the Special Investigation Report (SIR) concerning West Bengal.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant advised judicial officers not to fear artificial intelligence but to use it carefully and consciously, speaking at a state-level conference in Karnataka.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that future courts should not be confined to physical buildings, suggesting a more expansive and modern approach to the judicial system.
A nine-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant is examining the ambit of religious practices across faiths and the extent to which courts can intervene.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has strongly criticized a petitioner's father for attempting to contact his family in a medical college admission case, questioning his authority to dictate terms.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has proposed a 50% reservation for women in the government's empanelment of advocates, aiming to increase female representation in legal roles.
India's Supreme Court has appointed former Chief Justice of India UU Lalit to mediate a dispute involving a ₹500 crore money decree from the UAE.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday saw Chief Justice of India Surya Kant losing his cool at a trader from Punjab's Ludhiana who filed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking inclusion of the PM Cares Fund under the RTI Act.
Chandigarh has entered the global arbitration arena with the inauguration of a new international arbitration centre by the Chief Justice of India.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant laid the foundation stone for a new court complex in Daminedu, Tirupati, emphasizing the need for courts to instill public confidence in receiving justice.
The Chief Justice of India and the Chief Minister are scheduled to lay the foundation for the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Academy and inaugurate a judges' enclave on March 1.
The Chief Justice of India stated the need to balance 'visible' national interest with 'hypothetical' loss in case of a nuclear accident, emphasizing nuclear power's necessity for energy requirements.
Ahead of the scheduled visit, a team of officials led by District Collector S. Venkateswar, Joint Collector R. Govinda Rao, trainee Collector Sandeep Raghuvanshi, Superintendent of Police L.
The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, described the inclusion of a section on 'corruption in the judiciary' in an NCERT textbook as a 'deep-rooted conspiracy' and ordered its seizure and digital removal.
NCERT is recalling 38 copies of a Class 8 textbook after the Supreme Court strongly criticized its content on the judiciary. The Chief Justice of India took suo motu cognizance, calling the portrayal
A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant questioned the feasibility of examining the extent of pollution in rivers across the country
The Chief Justice of India stated that 'general' directions in a 2018 hate crime judgment may be 'unmanageable' and favors a case-to-case approach, referring to a verdict that criticized lynchings and mob violence.
The Indian Supreme Court is actively examining the validity of the law regarding the appointment of Election Commissioners, specifically questioning the exclusion of the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. The court has rebuked the Centre for attempting to adjourn hearings on this critical matter.
The Chief Justice of India has stated that the original Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning the Sabarimala temple issue should have been dismissed.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has called for the creation of a registry of former judges to serve in alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, emphasizing their importance for access to justice.
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has expressed concern over the rising number of digital arrest scams that are increasingly trapping educated victims across the country.
India's Chief Justice of India (CJI) has emphasized the importance of energy justice, framing it as a crucial moral architecture necessary for the nation's continued growth and development.
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has stated that technology is now a constitutional instrument, playing a crucial role in strengthening equality before the law and enhancing access to justice.
An article from 'Delhi Confidential' highlights a significant 'first' related to the Chief Justice of India.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant issued a contempt warning after someone called his brother to question a court order during a medical admission-related hearing, prompting an inquiry into the incident.
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has recused himself from a bench hearing petitions challenging the 2023 law on Election Commissioner appointments, citing a conflict of interest and indicating the case will be shifted to another bench.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that the judicial system should operate with a spirit of service, drawing a parallel to the dedicated approach seen in hospitals.
A former Chief Justice of India has stated that the government lacks the necessary intent to achieve gender parity within the country's judicial system.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's view on a three-year compulsory litigation experience requirement is highlighted, with concerns raised about its disproportionate impact on women.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that mediation is no longer confined to elite clubs but has expanded to villages and streets, indicating a broader reach of alternative dispute resolution.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant addressed the NFSU convocation, stating that forensic science acts as a 'Suraksha Kavach' (protective shield) and is crucial for safeguarding justice in the digital age against cyber intrusions and data crimes.
The Supreme Court collegium, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, has decided to transfer judges proposed to be Chief Justices of High Courts well in advance, to allow them to become conversant with the affairs of that High Court before assuming charge.
The Chief Justice of India is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for the Gujarat High Court Arbitration Centre on February 28.
Punjab Bar bodies have deferred their strike following a meeting with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, discussing legal aid and 'action plan' cases.
NCERT has expressed regret after the Chief Justice of India countered a mention of judicial 'corruption' in a Social Science textbook, sparking a discussion on the curriculum.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant remarks that this is an issue which has to be addressed not by court orders, but through a humanitarian approach, by speaking their language and understanding their issues, their economic conditions and how certain people or interests are even alluring them.
A Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant was hearing a petition filed by Sana Parveen on the plight of residents of Akbar Nagar in Lucknow
An Andhra Pradesh High Court judge ordered a lawyer into 24-hour police custody, prompting the Chief Justice of India to seek a report and the Bar Council of India to write a letter of protest. The incident has drawn significant attention from legal bodies.
The Chief Justice of India has declared Sikkim as the first state in the country to have a fully paperless judiciary, marking a significant step towards digital governance.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant expressed great pride regarding the 92% voter turnout in Bengal, emphasizing that a strong voter participation strengthens the democratic system.
The Chief Justice of India issued a warning to a petitioner, threatening to ban their entry for repeatedly filing similar pleas related to 'Netaji' that had already been rejected by the court.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated that the judiciary has nothing to fear from AI, detailing a roadmap for future cases and how judges should be equipped to handle them.
The Chief Justice of India advised an advocate to first address issues with relevant authorities before filing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Supreme Court, emphasizing that well-reasoned PILs will always be entertained.
Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) Lalit has advised legal professionals not to overlook litigation practice, emphasizing its vast potential.
A petitioner's father reportedly called the brother of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant regarding a court order, prompting the CJI to question why contempt proceedings should not be initiated against him.
The question was posed by Justice B.V. Nagarathna, who is part of a nine-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant examining the ambit of the definition of ‘industry’ and whether it…
Calling it a compassionate exercise of constitutional power, former chief justice of India DY Chandrachud praised the Supreme Court on Wednesday after it delivered its first-ever order allowing passive euthanasia.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant highlighted the critical need for greater representation of women in the judiciary to bolster public confidence, particularly among India's 650 million women.
It is gaining greater acceptance as an effective tool for dispute resolution, and the process has statutory backup in the Mediation Act of 2023, he observes; Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu urges…
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant laid the foundation stone for the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Academy and a High Court guest house in Amaravati. He also inaugurated the High Court judges’ residential enclave at Nelapadu, built at a cost of ₹210 crore.
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has voiced concerns about the judiciary passing broad orders without fully understanding their practical impact on the ground.
The Supreme Court’s administrative machinery came under the scrutiny on Thursday as Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant declared that he would launch a “deeper probe” into the registry for allowing similar petitions to travel to different benches despite past dismissals.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant highlighted the necessity of sensitizing society about the rights of others as a crucial step to address the growing problem of false complaints.
The Indian Centre has apologized amidst a controversy surrounding NCERT textbooks, with the Chief Justice of India heavily criticizing the board.
An ex-minister has commended the Chief Justice of India for taking suo motu cognizance of an 'offensive chapter' concerning 'judicial corruption,' highlighting the judiciary's proactive stance.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant rebuked a lawyer for comparing the listing of cases involving prominent industrialists Ambani and Adani to the delay in hearing a petition related to the NJAC.