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'Misquoted': CJI Surya Kant clarifies 'unemployed youth cockroach' remark
NACHRICHT
16.5.2026

'Misquoted': CJI Surya Kant clarifies 'unemployed youth cockroach' remark

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant clarified his remarks comparing some unemployed youth to 'cockroaches,' stating his comments were misquoted and targeted individuals using fake degrees in professions. He expressed pride in India's youth, calling them pillars of a developed nation, and emphasized his respect for them. The clarification followed controversy over his observations during a court hearing.

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Times of India
Centre bolsters Supreme Court: Strength of judges increased from 33 to 37
NACHRICHT
5.5.2026

Centre bolsters Supreme Court: Strength of judges increased from 33 to 37

The PM Modi-chaired Cabinet meeting approved the proposal for introducing The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament to amend The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956 for increasing the number. The Constitution leaves the size of the Supreme Court open-ended. Article 124(1) provides for a Chief Justice of India and permits Parliament to determine the number of other judges through legislation.

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Times of India
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