judicial misconduct
INDIA Bloc MPs Move Impeachment Motion Against Madras High Court Judge Over Alleged Misconduct and Bias
Dec 12, 2025 11:49 am CST
Over 100 INDIA bloc MPs have initiated impeachment proceedings against Madras High Court Judge Justice G R Swaminathan, citing alleged judicial misconduct, communal bias, and preferential treatment. The 13-point representation details accusations including selective case prioritization, judicial indiscipline in religious matters, and controversial rulings that allegedly demonstrate partiality toward specific ideological positions. The motion raises significant questions about judicial impartiality and transparency within India's legal system.
Supreme Court to Create Guidelines Preventing Insensitive Judicial Orders in Sexual Assault Cases
Dec 08, 2025 07:30 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over insensitive judicial orders in rape and sexual assault cases, announcing plans to develop comprehensive guidelines for courts nationwide. Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized that such controversial comments create a "chilling effect" on survivors, potentially pressuring them to withdraw cases. This initiative follows a controversial Allahabad High Court order that downplayed sexual offenses against minors.
High Court Chief Justice Escapes Inquiry After Attempting to Influence NCLAT Ruling
Nov 24, 2025 05:11 pm CST
A retired High Court Chief Justice has avoided an in-house investigation after attempting to influence a NCLAT member for a favorable ruling in an insolvency case. Despite his retirement preventing formal inquiry, the Chief Justice of India still retains authority to recommend corruption charges. The case involves AS Met Corp Private Ltd and KLSR Infratech Ltd before the NCLAT Chennai.
Supreme Court Addresses Allegations of High Court Judge Seeking Favorable NCLAT Ruling
Nov 15, 2025 12:09 am CST
The Supreme Court has referred to the Chief Justice of India a serious allegation that a senior high court judge approached an NCLAT member seeking a favorable ruling for a company. The case has been transferred from Chennai to New Delhi after Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma recused himself, claiming interference from "one of the most revered members of the higher judiciary." Advocate Prashant Bhushan has called for criminal investigation under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Supreme Court Chief Justice Condemns Scandalous Allegations Against Judges in Contempt Case
Nov 10, 2025 03:19 pm CST
Chief Justice BR Gavai strongly criticized the growing trend of making scandalous allegations against judges when rulings are unfavorable. During a contempt case involving N Peddi Raju, who made derogatory comments against a Telangana High Court judge, Gavai emphasized that lawyers as court officers must exercise caution when making allegations against judiciary members. The case was closed after the judge accepted Raju's apology.
Madras High Court Transfers Judge for Abusing Judicial Power to Pursue Personal Vendettas
Oct 08, 2025 03:42 pm CST
The Madras High Court has ordered the immediate transfer of Kancheepuram Principal District Judge PAU Chemmal following a thorough investigation that revealed multiple instances of judicial power abuse. The judge was found guilty of improperly detaining a police officer and orchestrating regulatory inspections to settle personal scores with his former security officer. This rare disciplinary action comes after the Registrar (Vigilance) documented several incidents of misconduct, prompting further proceedings by the High Court's Vigilance Committee.
Supreme Court Orders 7-Day Judicial Training After Serious Lapses in Rs 1.9 Crore Fraud Case
Sep 30, 2025 10:23 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has mandated special training for two judicial officers after finding "serious lapses" in their handling of bail orders in a Rs 1.9 crore fraud case. The judges who granted bail to an accused couple despite prior court denials must undergo a week-long training program at Delhi Judicial Academy, highlighting unprecedented judicial accountability measures by the apex court. The case involved allegations of land transfer fraud against a couple who failed to honor mediation commitments after securing years of interim protection.