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Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya Appointed Chief Justice of Delhi High Court

15 Jan 2025

The Union Law Ministry on Tuesday announced the appointment of Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. Justice Upadhyaya is going to take up the mantle of Chief Justice from Bombay High Court. He was completing the tenure and replacing Justice Vibhu Bakhru who has...

Retirement Benefits Of Chief Justice Of India: What Will DY Chandrachud Receive As He Retires?

12 Nov 2024

On November 11, 2024, Justice Sanjiv Khanna took the oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India (CJI), succeeding Justice DY Chandrachud, whose term concluded on November 10. The new CJI's swearing-in marks the beginning of his tenure, which is set to last until May 2025. This transition marks an...

Chief Justice’s Inspiration: Uncle Who Defied Indira Gandhi, Missed Top Judicial Role

11 Nov 2024

Forty-seven years before Justice Sanjiv Khanna became India's 51st Chief Justice, the Khanna family was close to having its first Chief Justice through his uncle, Justice Hans Raj Khanna. However, Justice Khanna's dissenting opinion during India's Emergency period prevented him from reaching the nation's highest judicial position. Born in 1912,...

Chief Justice Chandrachud’s Final 5 Days: Key Verdicts Awaited

29 Oct 2024

As Chief Justice of India Dr. Dhananjay Yashwant Chandrachud prepares to retire on November 10, his tenure ends a notable two-year period defined by numerous reforms and advancements within the Indian judiciary. Under his leadership, he worked to modernize the judicial system using information technology, enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and inclusivity...

Chief Justice DY Chandrachud Emphasizes Judiciary’s Commitment Amidst Heavy Workload

27 Oct 2024

At the inaugural Loksatta Annual Lecture in Mumbai, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud highlighted the demanding nature of the judiciary’s workload, emphasizing that judges remain fully committed to their work even during vacations. Stressing the challenges, he noted, “Our judges are not gallivanting or goofing up… they are...

PM Modi Defends Participation in Ganesh Puja at Chief Justice’s Residence, Criticizes Congress

17 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended his recent attendance at a Ganesh Puja hosted by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud in New Delhi on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, dismissing the criticism it drew from opposition parties. Addressing a rally in Bhubaneswar, Modi hit back at the Congress and...

Chief Justice Hosts National Flag At High Court Srinagar For 78th Independence Day

15 Aug 2024

Srinagar, August 15: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh commemorated the 78th Independence Day with a solemn ceremony at the High Court Wing in Srinagar today. Chief Justice (A) Justice Tashi Rabstan presided over the event, hoisting the National Flag and extending his congratulations to all attendees....

Protesters Demand Resignation Of Bangladesh Chief Justice

10 Aug 2024

Hundreds of protesters surrounded the Bangladesh Supreme Court on Saturday, demanding the resignation of Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan and the judges of the Appellate Division. The protesters, including students and lawyers, gathered at the Supreme Court premises around 10:30 a.m., giving the chief justice a deadline to resign by 1...

Allahabad High Court Registered Suo Moto Case, Issued Directions To Special Courts Across State | Early Disposal Of Cases Against MPs/MLAs

26 Dec 2023

The Allahabad High Court in the case In Re Designated Courts For Mps/Mlas vs. State of U.P observed and has registered the suo moto case, in compliance with the recent direction of Supreme Court’s in order to expedite the disposal of criminal cases pending against the Members of Parliament and...

Bombay HC summons municipal commissioners due to poor condition of Mumbai roads

10 Aug 2023

The Bombay High Court has summoned 6 Mumbai municipal commissioners to appear in a contempt petition regarding road potholes. On August 11, a Bombay High Court panel led by Chief Justice will hear the case. In its order, the court requested the presence of the Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation...

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