Supreme Court of India
Supreme Court Declares Dowry Eradication an Urgent Constitutional and Social Necessity as Anti-Dowry Laws Face Dual Challenges
Dec 16, 2025 01:29 am CST
The Supreme Court of India has issued a landmark ruling highlighting the critical need to eliminate dowry practices while addressing the paradoxical challenges of ineffective enforcement and misuse of anti-dowry legislation. The Court has directed comprehensive reforms in education, law enforcement, and judicial processes to combat this persistent social evil that transcends religious boundaries, emphasizing that marriage partners must be treated as constitutional equals.
Supreme Court Justice Warns Against Overturning Verdicts When Judges Change: Protecting Judicial Independence in India
Dec 01, 2025 02:39 am CST
Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna has expressed concern over the growing trend of judgments being overturned when judges change office, emphasizing that verdicts must be respected regardless of judicial transitions. Speaking at an international convention, she stressed that judicial independence requires judgments to endure through time, highlighting recent controversial cases where Supreme Court benches have reversed previous decisions.
Former Chief Justice BR Gavai Defends Judicial Independence and Constitutional Values in Post-Tenure Interview
Nov 27, 2025 10:08 pm CST
In a comprehensive interview following his retirement, Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai reflects on his judicial career, addressing critical issues including social media attacks on the judiciary, constitutional integrity, and the politicization of courts. Justice Gavai firmly asserts that courts must not become arenas for political battles while expressing satisfaction with his tenure and outlining plans for social service. The former Chief Justice also discusses judicial independence, women's representation in courts, and the enduring strength of India's constitutional framework.
Former CJI BR Gavai Clarifies "Out of Context" Temple Remarks and Addresses Social Media Criticism
Nov 27, 2025 02:35 pm CST
Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai addresses controversy over his Khajuraho temple case remarks, explaining how social media misrepresented his statements about ASI jurisdiction. In an exclusive interview, he discusses judicial criticism, technology misuse, and his historic tenure as India's first Buddhist Chief Justice, advocating for proper regulation of digital platforms while maintaining that criticism of judgments, not judges personally, is essential in a democracy.
Former CJI BR Gavai Firmly Rejects Claims of Government Interference in Indian Judiciary
Nov 27, 2025 01:41 pm CST
Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai has definitively dismissed allegations of government interference in judicial operations during an exclusive IANS interview. Explaining the collegium system's independence and referencing the protective framework of the basic structure doctrine, Gavai emphasized that judges must decide cases based solely on legal principles, not public opinion or political pressure. His statements directly counter recurring claims from opposition leaders about executive influence over the judiciary.
Supreme Court Denies Relief to Offender Seeking Withdrawal of UAE Extradition Request
Nov 26, 2025 10:02 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India refused to entertain a plea seeking withdrawal of an extradition request to the UAE for a man facing 153 cases, including bootlegging and money laundering charges. Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta emphasized that India has the right to bring back individuals evading the law, advising the petitioner to return and face legal proceedings rather than seeking relief from abroad.
Chief Justice Surya Kant Implements New Protocol: Written Requests Required for Urgent Case Listings in India's Supreme Court
Nov 25, 2025 01:34 am CST
India's newly appointed Chief Justice Surya Kant has established a significant procedural change on his first day in office, requiring that urgent case listing requests must be submitted in writing. Oral requests will only be considered in extraordinary circumstances involving death penalties or personal liberty matters, marking a notable shift in Supreme Court protocol.
Former CJI BR Gavai's Selfless Gesture: Relinquishes Official Mercedes for Successor Justice Surya Kant
Nov 24, 2025 07:12 pm CST
Former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai demonstrated a remarkable gesture of professional courtesy by forgoing the use of his official Mercedes-Benz vehicle following Justice Surya Kant's swearing-in ceremony. This symbolic act ensured the new Chief Justice had immediate access to the official vehicle on his first day, highlighting Justice Gavai's commitment to a smooth transition of power in India's highest judicial office.
PM Modi Attends Justice Surya Kant's Swearing-In as 53rd Chief Justice of India: A Profile of the New CJI
Nov 24, 2025 05:16 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant has been sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India in a ceremony attended by PM Narendra Modi at Rashtrapati Bhavan. With a 14-month tenure ahead, Justice Kant brings extensive legal experience from his career beginning in Haryana to his previous role in the Supreme Court. His appointment marks a significant transition in India's judicial leadership, with the oath uniquely administered in Hindi.
Justice Surya Kant Takes Oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India: Career Highlights and Landmark Judgments
Nov 24, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant has been sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice, bringing extensive experience from landmark cases including sedition law suspension, women's rights advancements, and national security matters. Born in Haryana and serving until February 2027, his 15-month tenure follows a distinguished career spanning district courts to the Supreme Court, where he's known for upholding constitutional values and gender equality.