Punjab and Haryana High Court
Punjab High Court Issues Dual Setbacks to AAP Government Over Election Misconduct and Unlawful Detention
Dec 13, 2025 03:06 am CST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has delivered two major rebukes to Punjab's AAP government, criticizing election irregularities in upcoming local polls and condemning an unlawful detention case with political connections. The court censured the Election Commission for failing to maintain neutrality after a police official was recorded allegedly blocking opposition candidates from filing nominations, while separately reprimanding officials for obstructing the release of a politically-opposed individual despite available bail documentation.
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: 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.
Supreme Court Establishes Guidelines for Proper Criticism of Judiciary in Contempt Case
Nov 20, 2025 01:17 am CST
The Supreme Court of India has clarified its stance on judicial criticism, stating that while criticism of the judiciary is acceptable, it must avoid sweeping allegations. In a case involving social activist Pardeep Sharma, who made allegations against Punjab and Haryana High Court judges, the Court emphasized the importance of constructive criticism while accepting Sharma's unconditional apology in the contempt proceedings.
Kangana Ranaut Appears in Court Over Farmers' Protest Tweet: Expresses Regret for Misunderstanding
Oct 27, 2025 09:40 pm CST
Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut appeared in Bathinda court for a defamation case related to her 2021 tweet during farmer protests. She expressed regret over the misunderstanding with complainant Mahinder Kaur, clarifying she respects all mother figures. The case stems from Ranaut allegedly misidentifying Kaur as Shaheen Bagh activist Bilkis Bano in a social media post.
Justice Surya Kant: First Haryana-Born Judge Set to Become 53rd Chief Justice of India
Oct 27, 2025 05:47 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant will make history as the first Chief Justice from Haryana when he takes oath on November 24, succeeding CJI BR Gavai. With a distinguished legal career spanning four decades, Justice Kant will serve as India's top judge until February 2027, bringing his extensive experience from the Punjab and Haryana High Court and landmark Supreme Court cases.