Chief Justice BR Gavai
Bar Council of India Suspends Advocate for Shoe Attack on Chief Justice Gavai: Immediate Legal Consequences
Oct 06, 2025 09:55 pm CST
The Bar Council of India has immediately suspended advocate Rakesh Kishore following his attempt to throw shoes at Chief Justice BR Gavai in the Supreme Court. The unprecedented disciplinary action bars Kishore from all legal practice across Indian courts and tribunals, requiring him to surrender all professional credentials pending a formal hearing within 15 days.
Shoe Thrown at Chief Justice BR Gavai in Supreme Court Amid Religious Controversy
Oct 06, 2025 05:24 pm CST
Chief Justice BR Gavai remained composed after a shoe was thrown at him during a Supreme Court hearing. The incident appears connected to recent controversy over the CJI's remarks about Lord Vishnu. Despite the attack, Justice Gavai continued proceedings, stating he would not be affected by such actions. The perpetrator, identified by proximity card as Kishore Rakesh, shouted about "Sanatan's insult" before being detained.
Uncertainty Over Chief Justice BR Gavai's Mother's Attendance at RSS Vijayadashami Event
Sep 29, 2025 03:53 pm CST
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai's mother, Kamaltai R Gavai, is expected to skip an upcoming RSS Vijayadashami event in Maharashtra's Amravati despite being listed as chief guest. Her withdrawal follows controversy over the optics of the Chief Justice's mother attending an event by a group closely tied to the government, especially after recent criticism of Justice Gavai by right-wing organizations over an in-court remark about Lord Vishnu.
"Send A Few Behind Bars": Supreme Court On Farmers Burning Stubble
Sep 17, 2025 03:22 pm CST
"Send A Few Behind Bars": Supreme Court On Farmers Burning Stubble
"Pray To Lord Vishnu": Top Court Refuses To Hear Plea To Restore Beheaded Khajuraho Idol
Sep 16, 2025 08:26 pm CST
The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a petition seeking restoration of a 7-foot beheaded idol of Lord Vishnu at the Javari temple -- part of the Khajuraho group of monuments in Madhya Pradesh