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SC to remain closed on April 14 on account of Ambedkar Jayanti
New Delhi, April 1: The Supreme Court of India will also remain closed on April 14 this year on account of the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.
Raghav Chadha calls for judicial reforms to strengthen public trust
New Delhi, April 1: Raising concerns over recent developments in the judiciary, Member of Parliament Raghav Chadha on Tuesday urged the government to implement judicial reforms aimed at strengthening the system and maintaining public confidence.
Justice Chandra Dhari Singh transferred from Delhi HC to Allahabad HC
New Delhi, March 28: In a significant reshuffle within the judiciary, the Ministry of Law and Justice has issued a notification regarding Justice Chandra Dhari Singh's transfer from the Delhi High Court to the Allahabad High Court.
Centre extends term of 3 additional judges in Chhattisgarh HC
New Delhi, Mar 26: The Centre on Wednesday extended the term of three additional judges of the Chhattisgarh High Court for a year following the recommendation made by the Supreme Court Collegium.
JP Nadda held discussion with Jairam Ramesh over judiciary accountability on Judge Yashwant Varma case
New Delhi, March 26: Rajya Sabha Leader of the House JP Nadda on Wednesday met with Congress leader Jairam Ramesh and held a discussion over judiciary accountability on the issue of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma.
Congress MP Manish Tewari files motion to discuss alleged aberrations in judiciary in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, March 26: Congress MP Manish Tewari submitted an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, seeking to suspend the regular business of the House to discuss urgent concerns regarding alleged aberrations in the higher judiciary.
Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar calls for meeting with floor Leaders to discuss issues pertaining to Judiciary
New Delhi, March 25: The Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman called for a meeting with Floor Leaders on Tuesday to discuss issues pertaining to the Judiciary.
FairPoint: The fire that lit up the judiciary's hidden secrets!
New Delhi, March 23: 'See you in court'-- a phrase often used as the final note of caution in disputes captures the essence of the judiciary's role as the ultimate arbiter of justice.
Centre appoints Justice Harish Tandon as Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court
New Delhi, Mar 21: The Centre on Friday cleared the appointment of Justice Harish Tandon as Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court following the recommendation made by the Supreme Court Collegium.
Centre notifies appointment of Justice Harish Tandon as Chief Justice of Orissa HC
New Delhi, March 21: The Ministry of Law and Justice on Friday notified the appointment of Justice Harish Tandon, currently serving as a judge in the Calcutta High Court, as the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court.
Corruption within judiciary serious issue: Kapil Sibal calls for transparency in appointment of judges
New Delhi, March 21: Senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Friday flagged the issue of corruption within the judiciary as "serious", saying that it has continued for years.
French are not speaking German because of US: White House
Washington DC, March 18: The White House on Monday dismissed a French politician's call to return the Statue of Liberty, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stating, "It is only because of the United States of America that the French are not speaking German right now."
Mohammed bin Rashid presides over swearing-in ceremony of eight new judges at Dubai Courts
Dubai, March 13: Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of eight new judges at Dubai Courts.
Justices Shakthivel, Dhanabal sworn in as permanent Judges of Madras HC
Chennai, March 10: Madras High Court Chief Justice K.R. Shriram on Monday administered the oath of office to Justice R.
UAE: Abu Dhabi Judiciary discusses legal frameworks for enhancing national industry
Abu Dhabi, March 5: The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department organised an international forum titled "Developing National Industry, Protecting Consumer Rights, and Combating Commercial Fraud."
AI transforming India's judiciary and law enforcement, making justice accessible to all
New Delhi, Feb 26: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving a transformative shift in India's judiciary and law enforcement, enhancing efficiency, accessibility and decision-making, according to the government.
367 vacancies of Judges in High Courts, says Law Minister Meghwal
New Delhi, Feb 13: There are 367 vacancies of judges in various High Courts and a shortage of 5,320 Judicial Officers in the district and subordinated judiciary in different states, the Parliament was informed on Thursday.
'Are we not creating a class of parasites': Supreme Court flags freebies
New Delhi, Feb 12: The Supreme Court on Wednesday flagged the distribution of freebies, saying that because of these freebies, people are not willing to work.
AI, Blockchain and other tech advancements planned under eCourts Phase III Project: Law Minister
New Delhi, Feb 6: Futuristic technological advancements such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and others are planned under the eCourts Phase III Project, the Parliament was informed on Thursday.
Republicans close ranks around Kash Patel at Senate panel hearing amid harsh Democrat criticism
New York, Jan 31: Republicans closed ranks behind Kashyap “Kash” Patel, the nominee to head the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in a polarised Senate Judiciary Committee where he was grilled by Democrats on past statements.
Kash Patel, Trump's pick for FBI director to appear before Senate Judiciary Committee for confirmation hearing
Washington, DC, January 30: US President Donald Trump's pick for Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director, Kash Patel, will appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee for confirmation hearing on Thursday (local time) for what is expected to be a fiery and contentious hearing, Politico reported.
Justice Alok Aradhe sworn in as new Chief Justice of Bombay High Court
Mumbai, January 21: Justice Alok Aradhe was officially sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court at Raj Bhawan in Mumbai on Tuesday.
Assam: No 'tarikh pe tarikh' in CJM court of Chirang district as all cases cleared by 2024 end
Chirang, January 16: There is a zero pendency in the Chief Judicial Magistrate court of Assam's Chirang district as all cases were disposed of by the end of last year, a rare feat in the country where over five crore cases are pending.
Justice Chandran takes oath as Supreme Court judge
New Delhi, January 16: Justice K Vinod Chandran was sworn in as a judge of the Supreme Court on Thursday. The oath was administered by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna.
Centre appoints new Chief Justices in Delhi, Bombay HCs
New Delhi, Jan 14: The Centre on Tuesday cleared the appointment of Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya as the Chief Justice of Delhi High Court, and of Justice Alok Aradhe as the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court.
Centre clears elevation of Patna HC Chief Justice to apex court
New Delhi, January 13: Acting swiftly on the recommendation made by the Supreme Court Collegium, the Centre on Monday cleared the appointment of Patna High Court's Chief Justice Krishnan Vinod Chandran to the apex court.