Chief Justice of India Surya Kant clarified that he did not refuse to list a petition challenging police action against students during a July 20 protest, stating no formal plea had been filed, only a letter representation. He criticized media for "irresponsible and reckless" reporting.
Twenty-three opposition parties, including DMK and AAP, have jointly written to the Chief Justice of India expressing concerns over the ongoing electoral roll revision exercise. They allege the Election Commission is biased and manipulating the process to favor the BJP, citing issues with data quality and varied timelines across states.
Twenty-three opposition parties, including DMK and AAP, have sent a joint letter to the Chief Justice of India expressing concerns over the ongoing revision of electoral rolls. They allege the process is manipulated to favor the BJP and question the Election Commission's impartiality.
India's Law Ministry has appointed five new judges to the Supreme Court, increasing its strength to 37, including the Chief Justice. The appointments, effective upon oath-taking, fill all but one vacancy in the enhanced sanctioned strength.
The founder of the satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party', Abhijeet Dipke, claims his Instagram and other social media accounts were hacked after his campaign went viral. The party, which uses a cockroach as its symbol, gained traction with content focused on youth issues like unemployment and exam leaks.
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.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has vehemently denied a fabricated social media quote attributed to him, calling the act "vile, brazen and mischievous." The CJI stated that manufacturing and attributing such a quote to the highest judicial office is an act of dishonesty and social incitement.
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.
