CJI Surya Kant receives warm welcome in Leh, set to boost Ladakh’s judicial infrastructure
The visit is expected to provide a significant boost to judicial infrastructure in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
The visit is expected to provide a significant boost to judicial infrastructure in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Expressing reservations over the agency’s approach, a Bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi directed the West Bengal government to approach the Calcutta High Court for reconsideration of its January 20 order.
Yesterday was an important and historical moment when the President of India swore in the 53rd Chief Justice of India.
Justice is often portrayed as rigid and detached, but Justice Surya Kant has consistently prove d that fairness and compassion can coexist.
Justice Surya Kant took oath as India’s 53rd CJI at Rashtrapati Bhavan, beginning a tenure that brings a refreshed Supreme Court collegium. The transition was marked by former CJI BR Gavai’s thoughtful gesture of leaving the official car for his successor, a quiet but notable moment of institutional courtesy.
Justice Surya Kant was sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday. After the ceremony, he shared a warm hug with outgoing CJI BR Gavai, who had recommended him as his successor.
Justice Surya Kant will take oath on November 24.
If approved, Justice Kant will become the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) and assume office upon Justice Gavai’s demitting charge on November 23.
Justice Surya Kant said this, during his address at the Second Law and Constitution Dialogue at the NDMC Convention Centre in Delhi.
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to examine on April 14, a plea for alternative arrangement for 'wuzu' for worshippers at Gyanvapi mosque, Varanasi. The plea said that due to Ramazan, the number of worshippers have increased.
