Chief Justice of India
Justice Surya Kant Set to Become India's 53rd Chief Justice Following CJI Gavai's Recommendation
Oct 27, 2025 02:35 pm CST
Chief Justice BR Gavai has officially recommended Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India. With an impressive judicial career spanning two decades, Justice Kant is known for landmark verdicts on Article 370, free speech, and gender equality. Set to take office on November 24, 2025, his 1.2-year tenure promises continued judicial reform and constitutional stewardship.
Process Begins for Justice Surya Kant's Appointment as Next Chief Justice of India Following BR Gavai's Retirement
Oct 23, 2025 08:38 pm CST
The Indian government has initiated the process to appoint Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India, as incumbent BR Gavai approaches his November 23 retirement date. Following judicial appointment protocols, Justice Kant, the current seniormost judge after the CJI, is set to lead the Indian judiciary for approximately 15 months starting November 24, 2027.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Warns Against 'Sanatanis' and Urges Following Ambedkar's Vision for Social Change
Oct 19, 2025 02:10 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged citizens to avoid association with 'sanatanis' and remain vigilant about RSS and Sangh Parivar, citing their historical opposition to B.R. Ambedkar and the Constitution. Speaking at Mysore University's silver jubilee celebration, he emphasized Ambedkar's legacy of using knowledge for social transformation and called for rationality and equal educational opportunities to combat societal inequality.
Chief Justice Gavai Dismisses Shoe Attack Incident as "Forgotten Chapter" Amid Religious Controversy
Oct 09, 2025 06:18 pm CST
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai has broken his silence on the recent shoe attack incident in the Supreme Court, describing it as a "forgotten chapter." The unprecedented incident occurred when advocate Rakesh Kishore threw his shoe at the Chief Justice while shouting about Sanatan Dharma, following controversy over remarks made by Justice Gavai regarding a temple idol restoration case. The Bar Council of India has suspended the lawyer, while Prime Minister Modi condemned the attack as "utterly reprehensible."
BJP Leader Praises Lawyer Who Threw Shoe at Chief Justice of India Despite Nationwide Condemnation
Oct 08, 2025 02:17 am CST
Former Bengaluru Commissioner and Karnataka BJP leader Bhaskar Rao sparked controversy by admiring the "courage" of lawyer Rakesh Kishore who threw a shoe at Chief Justice BR Gavai during court proceedings. The incident, stemming from religious remarks made by the Chief Justice in a previous case about the Khajuraho temple, has been widely condemned by political leaders including Prime Minister Modi and the Supreme Court Bar Association.
Indian Chief Justice Comments on Social Media Reporting Following Courtroom Shoe Incident
Oct 07, 2025 05:35 pm CST
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai addressed concerns about social media reporting following an incident where a lawyer threw a shoe at him during a Supreme Court hearing. The incident stemmed from controversy over his earlier comments regarding a Lord Vishnu idol case, which he later clarified were misrepresented online. Despite the disruption, the Chief Justice maintained composure and continued court proceedings.
Chief Justice of India Declares Legal System Governed by Rule of Law, Not Bulldozer Justice
Oct 04, 2025 08:48 pm CST
In his Sir Maurice Rault Memorial Lecture in Mauritius, Chief Justice of India B R Gavai emphasized that India's legal system operates under the rule of law rather than "bulldozer justice." Referencing landmark Supreme Court judgments, Gavai explained how the rule of law has evolved beyond legal texts to become an ethical framework protecting equality, human dignity, and democratic accountability across all branches of governance.
"Do You Know How Many Hours We Sleep?" Supreme Court Judge On Urgent Hearing Plea
Sep 24, 2025 02:36 pm CST
In a sharp response to a lawyer's request for the urgent listing of a case, Supreme Court judge and next in line for Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, highlighted the heavy workload faced by the judiciary.