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Order, order! Why you won’t be reading about judicial corruption until 2036

The recent judicial orders in the contempt case initiated by the Supreme Court over a chapter in a textbook published by NCERT discussing judicial corruption are going to set back the conversation on judicial reforms by a decade, if not more. To discuss the contents of the chapter is an…

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Tejas Dhirenbhai Karia takes oath as Delhi High Court Judge

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, the Central government cleared the new appointments and issued a notification in this regard. Read further on Dynamite News:

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National Conference on 'Issues faced by District Judiciary' by Supreme Court tomorrow

The four-session Conference hosted by Supreme Court will address various issues faced by District Courts and their probable solutions. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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SC To Centre: Why names reiterated by Collegium not appointed as judges

A bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud asked the Centre to make list of names reiterated by the top court Collegium for judgeship and mention why they are not processed yet. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Animal rights groups, experts rally behind breed-specific ban on dogs

After six different High Courts decided to either nullify or suspend the Centre’s circular last month banning 23 breeds of “ferocious” dogs, several animal rights groups and experts have spoken in support of the government’s breed-specific ban initiative.

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Legal reforms promised in BJP, Congress and CPI(M) manifestos | Explained

2024 Lok Sabha election manifestos outline legal reforms, including UCC, judicial transparency, and LGBTQIA+ rights, by major political parties.

The Hindu

SC transfers to itself 27 pleas challenging 28% GST levy on online gaming

Supreme Court consolidates 27 petitions challenging 28% GST on online gaming, to deliver authoritative ruling, hearing set for May.

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Should judges accept official posts after retirement?

The Hindu Parley discusses whether judges should accept official posts after retirement

The Hindu

Madras High Court solicits views of Bar on doing away with summer, Dussehra and Christmas vacations for judges

The Madras High Court seeks views on the recommendation to allow judges to take vacations at different times throughout the year.

The Hindu

Not judiciary’s job to strengthen or weaken the government or the Opposition: Justice Kaul

In an interview to The Hindu, retired Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul said judges are protected by the Constitution and should be bold

The Hindu

Should an All-India Judicial Service be created?

The Hindu Parley Podcast discusses whether an All-India Judicial Service be created

The Hindu

Ahead of LS polls, SC directs HCs to monitor expeditious trial of criminal cases against MPs, MLAs

SC directs Chief Justices of High Courts to form Special Bench to monitor criminal trials of MPs/MLAs, ensure speedy disposal. High Courts to register suo motu cases, provide district-wise details of criminal cases on official website, hear cases with stay orders and pass appropriate orders

The Hindu

SC Collegium proposes new Chief Justices for three High Courts

The Supreme Court Collegium headed by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud on Thursday recommended to the government the appointment of three new Chief Justices to the High Courts of Uttarakhand, Orissa, and Meghalaya.

The Hindu

SC asks HCs, tribunals to give affidavits on whether they are continuing with hybrid mode of hearing

The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Registrar Generals of State High Courts to inform it whether the hybrid system of court hearings, which allows litigants and lawyers to appear either physically or virtually, is continuing or not. The Bench gave the High Courts and Tribunals two weeks to file…

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One Nation, One Election: Do States get a say in constitutional amendments? | Explained

As the ‘one nation, one election’ panel is set to examine if a constitutional amendment to facilitate simultaneous polls would have to be ratified by the States, we look at how the constitution is amended and if states get a say in the process

The Hindu

In ‘demolition raj’, the High Courts as beacons

It is time the High Courts stepped up to perform the stellar role given to them by Article 226 of the Constitution

The Hindu

Child, law, and consensual sex

If all ‘consensual sex’ cases are to be quashed by the judiciary, what will be the age of consent and who will set that boundary?

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CJI DY Chandrachud: Protocol facilities to judges should not bring public criticism of judiciary

“Protocol facilities which are made available to Judges should not be utilised to assert a claim to privilege…” Read full story on Dynamite News:

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Supreme Court Collegium’s quiet transparency is driving a change

Supreme Court Collegium, led by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud, has streamlined judicial appointment process with a mix of merit and seniority. The process involves meaningful discussion and assessment of candidates’ judicial acumen. The Collegium’s resolutions are transparent and publicly lay out requirements for top court and High Court appointments.

The Hindu

NLCIL’s plea to recover tax liabilities from State discoms not maintainable, says CERC

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Supreme Court Collegium proposes new Chief Justices to seven High Courts; focusses on seniority, regional and women representation in higher judiciary

The Supreme Court Collegium has focussed on the traditional criteria of seniority, regional representation and the need for more women judges at the helm of judiciary while recommending new Chief Justices to seven major High Courts across the country.

The Hindu

Supreme Court to announce date of hearing on plea to ‘abolish’ collegium system, revive NJAC

The Supreme Court on April 24, 2023, said it will give a date for the hearing of a petition seeking the “abolition” of the collegium system of judicial appointments to the Supreme Court and the High Courts.

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