Supreme Court of India
Justice Surya Kant Takes Oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India: Vows to Tackle Court Backlog
Nov 24, 2025 01:13 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant has been sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice, beginning a 15-month tenure until February 2027. With a distinguished legal career spanning four decades, the new CJI has prioritized reducing the nation's backlog of court cases and has been involved in landmark verdicts including the sedition law suspension, Article 370 abrogation, and advocacy for women's representation in legal institutions. His appointment comes with a commitment to engage High Courts nationwide to improve judicial efficiency.
Justice Surya Kant Takes Oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India: Pledges to Reduce Case Backlogs and Reform Judicial System
Nov 24, 2025 09:17 am CST
Justice Surya Kant has been sworn in as India's 53rd Chief Justice, beginning a 14-month tenure focused on reducing the nation's 5.29 crore pending cases. The former Punjab and Haryana High Court judge plans to establish Constitution Benches, strengthen mediation processes, and engage with High Courts nationwide to address systemic challenges in the judicial system. Appointed by President Droupadi Murmu on the recommendation of outgoing CJI Bhushan Gavai, Justice Kant brings extensive legal experience to the role of India's top judicial officer.
Justice Surya Kant Outlines Tackling Case Pendency and Promoting Mediation as Key Priorities for Indian Judiciary
Nov 22, 2025 10:38 pm CST
Incoming Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant reveals his strategic focus on addressing the Supreme Court's 90,000 case backlog and advancing mediation practices during his 16-month tenure. His plans include establishing Constitutional benches to resolve legal questions and investigating why litigants bypass lower courts, with the aim of creating a more efficient judicial system through both structural reforms and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Chief Justice Gavai Defends SC/ST Sub-Classification: "True Equality Recognizes Socioeconomic Disparities Within Reserved Categories"
Nov 22, 2025 02:04 am CST
Outgoing Chief Justice of India BR Gavai defended his landmark judgment on sub-classification in SC/ST reservations during his farewell address, emphasizing that true equality requires recognizing socioeconomic disparities even within reserved categories. The second Dalit Chief Justice explained why the son of a chief secretary and the son of an agricultural laborer cannot reasonably compete on equal terms, reinforcing the constitutional vision of substantive equality articulated by Dr. Ambedkar.
Chief Justice Gavai Champions Indigenous Jurisprudence in Final Days of Tenure
Nov 21, 2025 05:50 pm CST
Outgoing Chief Justice of India BR Gavai has emphasized his commitment to "Swadeshi" legal interpretation, prioritizing Indian precedents over foreign jurisprudence in landmark judgments. His approach, praised by the Solicitor General of India for bringing "Indianness" to Supreme Court verdicts, represents a significant shift toward relying on indigenous legal frameworks. Justice Surya Kant, the incoming Chief Justice, acknowledged the high standards set by Gavai's unwavering dedication to merit, excellence, and the rule of law during his tenure.
Chief Justice BR Gavai: "I Practice Buddhism Yet Embrace All Religions" - Reflects on Secular Values in Farewell Speech
Nov 21, 2025 09:46 am CST
In his farewell address, Chief Justice BR Gavai shared his deeply-held secular values despite practicing Buddhism, attributing this inclusive worldview to his father's influence and Dr. Ambedkar's teachings. Reflecting on his journey from municipal school student to India's top judicial position, he emphasized the collective strength of the judiciary and the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders in upholding constitutional values.
Supreme Court Clarifies: President and Governors Cannot Be Bound by Timelines for Bill Approval
Nov 20, 2025 05:01 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that the President and state Governors cannot be constrained by timelines when approving Bills. In response to President Droupadi Murmu's constitutional queries, a five-judge Constitution bench led by Chief Justice BR Gavai unanimously determined that imposing judicial deadlines would contradict constitutional provisions. The court clarified that presidential and gubernatorial actions remain outside judicial review until a Bill becomes law, overruling previous judgments on 'deemed assent.'
Supreme Court Questions Validity of Talaq-e-Hasan: "How Is This Allowed In Modern Society?"
Nov 19, 2025 05:47 pm CST
India's Supreme Court is revisiting Muslim divorce practices by questioning the validity of talaq-e-hasan, where men can divorce wives by pronouncing 'talaq' monthly for three months. The court expressed concerns about women's dignity and rights while addressing multiple petitions, including a case where a woman struggles with her child's school admission after being divorced through her husband's lawyer.
Chief Justice Warns Against Judicial Activism Becoming "Judicial Terrorism" in Constitutional Democracy
Nov 18, 2025 09:05 am CST
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai cautions that while judicial activism remains essential when legislative or executive branches fail to protect citizens' rights, it must never cross into "judicial adventurism or terrorism." Speaking at a book release event in New Delhi, he emphasized the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries in judicial intervention while praising India's 75-year history of pragmatic cooperation between government branches.
Supreme Court Takes Unprecedented Action Against Digital Arrest Fraud Targeting Elderly Citizens
Nov 18, 2025 02:22 am CST
India's Supreme Court has taken extraordinary measures to combat digital arrest fraud after a 72-year-old advocate lost Rs 3.29 crore to cybercriminals. The court has restrained lower courts from releasing accused fraudsters who impersonate judicial officials to extort money from vulnerable victims, particularly the elderly. This landmark intervention aims to address the growing nationwide crisis of cybercrime syndicates operating sophisticated scam operations from offshore locations.
