CJI Chandrachud inaugurates National Judicial Museum and Archive in SC, ET LegalWorld
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud inaugurated National Judicial Museum and Archive (NJMA) at the Supreme Court in New Delhi on Thursday. The event was attended by several other Supreme Court judges. Speaking at the inauguration of the museum, Chandrachud reflected on the importance of the judicial institutions in delivering justice and protecting the fundamental rights of […]
DY Chandrachud has prioritized making justice more accessible and transparent in his tenure, ET LegalWorld
DY Chandrachud has prioritized making justice more accessible and transparent in his tenure Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, after his swearing-in as the 50th Chief Justice promised to serve the nation as his foremost priority. He said, “We will protect all citizens of India, whether through technological advancements, registry reforms, or judicial reforms.” Chandrachud […]
President Murmu's speech on plight of prisoners prompted SC report: CJI D Y Chandrachud
Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud, at the release of three Supreme Court publications, highlighted President Droupadi Murmu’s role in inspiring the report on prison reforms. The report, sparked by the President’s speech on prisoner plight, analyzes prison manuals and addresses issues like menstrual equity and caste-based discrimination. Source link
DY Chandrachud has prioritized making justice more accessible and transparent in his tenure, ET LegalWorld
DY Chandrachud has prioritized making justice more accessible and transparent in his tenure Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, after his swearing-in as the 50th Chief Justice promised to serve the nation as his foremost priority. He had said, “We will protect all citizens of India, whether through technological advancements, registry reforms, or judicial reforms.” […]
Why is the verdict against electoral bonds by SC bench led by DY Chandrachud considered a ‘landmark’?, ET LegalWorld
In a historic judgement on February 15, 2024, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, unanimously declared the Electoral Bond Scheme ‘unconstitutional’, bringing an end to a controversial mechanism of political funding introduced in 2018. This decision, a significant addition to Justice Chandrachud’s legacy of landmark rulings, addressed concerns over transparency, […]
CJI Chandrachud defends PM’s Ganesh Puja visit; says controversy is ‘unnecessary, unwarranted, and illogical’, ET LegalWorld
Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud addressed the recent controversy surrounding the Prime Minister’s visit to his home for Ganpati puja, calling it “unnecessary, unwarranted, and illogical.” Speaking to Times of India, the outgoing CJI stressed that such visits are common during social events and do not compromise judicial independence. “The PM and […]
Goa can become international hub for arbitration, says Chandrachud, ET LegalWorld
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and Justice Abhay Oka of Supreme Court said on Saturday that Goa can become a hub for international arbitration. They were speaking at the inauguration of the new North Goa district and sessions court complex at Merces. The CJI said a large number of Indian companies are moving […]
Derogatory language against women has no place in courtrooms: CJI Chandrachud, ET LegalWorld
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Saturday said all forms of derogatory language, particularly against women, have no place in courts, noting that insensitive words can perpetuate stereotypes and may disproportionately affect women and marginalised communities. The CJI referred to complaints from women judicial officers about the use of derogatory language by some […]
CJI Chandrachud recommends Justice Sanjiv Khanna’s name as successor, ET LegalWorld
Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud has set in motion the process of appointment of his successor after he recommended the name of Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the senior-most judge after the outgoing CJI, to the Centre. According to sources, CJI Chandrachud had on Wednesday written a letter of recommendation to the Union Law […]
Who is Sanjiv Khanna, the likely successor of CJI Chandrachud, ET LegalWorld
Justice Sanjiv Khanna is likely to become the next Chief Justice of India (CJI), following Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s formal recommendation to the Union government. With Chief Justice Chandrachud set to retire on November 10, Justice Khanna, the second-most senior judge of the Supreme Court, has been proposed as his successor. Once the government approves […]