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  Supreme Court lauds high voter turnout, peaceful voting in West Bengal Phase 1 election

  India | April 24, 2026 13:55 IST

  During a hearing on the voter list revision in West Bengal, Chief Justice Surya Kant expressed joy over the high voter turnout in the first phase of the assembly elections held on Thursday.

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  Speed News: Mamata protests I-PAC raids as ED flags interference to Chief Justice

  Originals | January 09, 2026 19:17 IST

  Mamata protests I-PAC raids as ED flags interference to Chief Justice. MEA dismisses Trump aide’s claim on failed India-US trade deal. Mahua Moitra, other TMC MPs detained during protest outside Amit Shah’s office. Amritsar police bust Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang linked to target killings.

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  Speed News: SC criticizes states over stray dog reports, says national image suffers

  Originals | October 27, 2025 21:21 IST

  SC criticizes states over stray dog reports, says national image suffers. Justice Surya Kant to succeed BR Gavai as Chief Justice. VIP to support Tej Pratap Yadav-backed JJD candidate in Bihar 2025. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.

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  Advocate Rakesh Kishore, who attempted to throw shoe at CJI Gavai, suspended from SC Bar Association

  India | October 09, 2025 12:43 IST

  The incident happened on October 6 when Kishore, 71, allegedly took off his shoes and reportedly tried to throw them at the Bench led by the Chief Justice of India. Despite this, the Chief Justice stayed calm and asked the lawyers to carry on with their arguments.

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  Lawyer attempts to throw shoe at CJI BR Gavai in Supreme Court: 'Won't tolerate insult to Sanatan'

  India | October 06, 2025 13:36 IST

  A lawyer reportedly attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai during a hearing. The accused was immediately detained.

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  Vice President Election: Who is the only Indian to have served as CJI, VP and Acting President?

  India | September 09, 2025 16:03 IST

  Justice Hidayatullah's unmatched journey through all three top constitutional roles reflects the strength of India's democratic framework and the depth of its leadership.

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  Chief Justice on Supreme Court's relocation order of stray dogs: 'I will look into it'

  India | August 13, 2025 13:10 IST

  A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and R Mahadevan on August 11, noting an "extremely grim" situation caused by stray dog bites and rabies cases, especially among children, directed Delhi-NCR authorities to permanently relocate all stray dogs to shelters at the earliest.

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  'Constitution, not Parliament is supreme, democracy pillars must function under it': CJI BR Gavai

  India | June 26, 2025 13:32 IST

  The Chief Justice said the Parliament has the authority to amend the Constitution, but it cannot alter its basic structure.

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  Justice Devendra Upadhyay appointed as new Chief Justice of Delhi High Court

  Delhi | January 14, 2025 20:32 IST

  On January 7, the Supreme Court Collegium had recommended the name of Justice Upadhyay. President Droupadi Murmu appointed him as the next Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court.

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  CJI DY Chandrachud bids adieu to Supreme Court: Top 5 crucial verdicts delivered by him

  India | November 08, 2024 18:18 IST

  Discover the top 5 landmark judgments by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud that have shaped Indian law, from privacy rights to LGBTQ+ equality, federalism, and more. A look into his legacy as he leaves the Supreme Court, including notable cases like Right to Privacy, Upholding Abrogation of Article 370.

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  'Not a coffee shop': CJI Chandrachud reprimands lawyer for saying 'yeah' inside Supreme Court

  India | September 30, 2024 15:24 IST

  The three-judge bench of the Supreme Court was hearing a PIL which included former CJI Ranjan Gogoi as respondent. The court also schooled the lawyer for mentioning the judge as a respondent and filing PIL when he should have filed a curative petition.

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  Justice Rajiv Shakdher takes oath as Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court

  India | September 25, 2024 12:51 IST

  Justice Rajiv Shakdher was sworn in as Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court, with a brief tenure until his retirement on October 18, following a notable career marked by landmark rulings, including on marital rape.

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  Centre approves appointment of Chief Justices to eight High Courts | Check LIST

  India | September 21, 2024 21:37 IST

  Justice Manmohan (currently Acting Chief Justice of Delhi High Court) has been appointed as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court. While, Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar (Judge of Bombay HC) has been appointed Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court.

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  Bangladesh unrest: Syed Refaat Ahmed sworn in as new chief justice amid protests to revamp judiciary

  World | August 11, 2024 14:58 IST

  Earlier, Bangladesh chief justice Obaidul Hassan and five other judges of the apex Appellate Division on Saturday tendered their resignation, five days after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s regime amid violent protest.

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  Bangladesh: Chief Justice resigns after fresh protests erupt at Supreme Court over 'judiciary coup'

  World | August 10, 2024 15:01 IST

  The new protests were sparked by a full-court meeting called by the Chief Justice without consulting the newly formed interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. One of the advisers of the caretaker setup also called for Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan's resignation.

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  Don't be in denial, leak has taken place, panel must probe it: Supreme Court on NEET exam

  India | July 08, 2024 16:25 IST

  A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, alongside Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, is hearing the NEET-UG exam case.

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  Imran Khan threatens hunger strike over lack of confidence in Pakistan's Chief Justice

  World | July 05, 2024 20:51 IST

  Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently jailed, has threatened a hunger strike if Supreme Court Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa does not ensure justice in his cases. Khan's demand follows concerns about Isa's involvement in benches handling PTI-related cases.

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  Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi takes oath as new chief justice of Jharkhand High Court

  Jharkhand | July 05, 2024 10:22 IST

  Justice Sarangi was a judge of the Orissa High Court. His name was recommended by the Supreme Court collegium in December last year. Justice Shree Chandrashekhar is the acting chief justice of the Jharkhand High Court.

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  Culinary dreams: Chief Justice applauds Supreme Court cook's daughter for securing US scholarships

  India | March 13, 2024 23:12 IST

  Chandrachud presented her with books on the Indian Constitution, symbolising the court's support, while expressing hopes for her return to serve the nation. Pragya, deeply moved, called Chandrachud her inspiration, marking a poignant moment of recognition amidst her journey of overcoming challenges.

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  Same-sex marriage: Homosexuality not solely an urban nor restricted to upper class, says CJI

  India | October 17, 2023 13:11 IST

  Directing the Centre, states and Union Territories (UTs) to ensure that the queer community is not discriminated against, the CJI, who is heading the constitution bench, said queer is a natural phenomenon known for ages and is neither urban nor elitist.