Chief Justice Of India
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Justice BR Gavai's Journey from the Slums to the Supreme Court's Top Seat
Originals | May 14, 2025, 07:07 PM ISTJustice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India on Wednesday, succeeding Justice Khanna. He is the first Buddhist and only the second Dalit, after CJI KG Balakrishnan in 2007, to hold the nation's highest judicial position.
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Justice BR Gavai takes oath as 52nd Chief Justice of India
India | May 14, 2025, 10:50 AM ISTWhen asked if he would join politics like his father, Justice Gavai said, "I have no political ambitions. I have decided not to take any post-retirement assignments or posts. Any other assignment is also below the CJI post, and Governor is also below the CJI post."
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Justice BR Gavai takes oath as 52nd CJI: Know all about him and his key judgments
India | May 14, 2025, 10:33 AM ISTJustice BR Gavai to take oath as 52nd CJI today: Born on 24th November, 1960, at Amravati, he joined the Bar on 16th March, 1985 and worked with late Bar. Raja S. Bhonsale, former Advocate General and Judge of the High Court, till 1987.
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President Murmu approves BR Gavai as 52nd Chief Justice of India, oath taking on May 14
India | Apr 29, 2025, 11:31 PM ISTJustice BR Gavai has been appointed as the 52nd Chief Justice of India, becoming the second CJI from the Scheduled Caste community, with his oath scheduled for May 14, 2025.
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BR Gavai to become Chief Justice of India, oath on May 14 | 16 April | Speed News
Originals | Apr 16, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTBR Gavai to become Chief Justice of India, oath on May 14. CJI raises concern, says Delhi HC is reportedly on Waqf land during Waqf Act hearing. Supreme Court warns Telangana, threatens action over illegal Hyderabad tree-cutting spree. Get all the latest updates in today's Speed News.
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Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai to become Chief Justice of India on May 14: Know everything about him
India | Apr 16, 2025, 03:18 PM ISTJustice BR Gavai will be the next Chief Justice of India. He will take oath as CJI on May 14. Current Chief Justice Sanjeev Khanna will retire on May 13 and Justice Gavai will take charge the very next day. He will be the second Dalit Chief Justice of the country.
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Chief Election Commissioner appointment | What is selection process and row over new law?
Explainers | Feb 17, 2025, 12:40 PM ISTThe Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar is set to retire on February 18. The Selection Committee, as per the new act, is conducting a process to make a fresh appointment. However, the legal validity of the act has been challenged in the court and the case is listed on February 19.
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Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar questions CJI's role in 'Executive Appointments': 'How can...'
India | Feb 15, 2025, 11:10 AM ISTThe timing of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's statement is crucial as a panel is set to select the next the next Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). Current CEC Rajiv Kumar retires on February 18.
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Places of Worship Act: SC asks Centre to reply in 4 weeks, stops registration of new suits
India | Dec 12, 2024, 04:17 PM ISTA three-judge bench of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, and Justices Sanjay Kumar and K V Viswanathan heard the matter in the Supreme Court. The Places of Worship Act was introduced in 1991 during the tenure of the Congress government under the then Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao.
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Delhi air pollution: CJI Sanjiv Khanna asks judges to allow virtual hearings as smog shrouds city
Delhi | Nov 19, 2024, 12:58 PM ISTThe implementation of Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)-IV was announced in Delhi on Sunday after the AQI in the city had plummeted to "severe" pollution levels.
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CJI Justice DY Chandrachud takes up THIS case on his last working day | Details inside
India | Nov 12, 2024, 04:54 PM ISTIndia’s 50th Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, known also for his many pithy statements, leaves an imprint all his own on the annals of legal history. Justice Sanjiv Khanna replaced him on Monday.
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Rahul skips oath-taking event of CJI Sanjiv Khanna: Why did BJP attack Indira Gandhi? Know here
India | Nov 11, 2024, 07:29 PM ISTBJP linked LoP Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi's absence from the CJI Sanjiv Khanna's oath-taking event to a ruling made by CJI's uncle Justice HR Khanna in a case linked to the Emergency.
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Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India
India | Nov 11, 2024, 11:59 AM ISTJustice Sanjiv Khanna has succeeded Justice DY Chandrachud as the new Chief Justice of India. Justice Chandrachud retired on Sunday, and Justice Khanna's tenure as Chief Justice will run until May 13, 2025.
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'Chief, you truly did it your way', says CJI Chandrachud's successor in emotional farewell
India | Nov 09, 2024, 11:14 AM ISTChief Justice of India-designate Sanjiv Khanna said another feat that was difficult to emulate was Justice Chandrachud’s ability to address audiences on diverse subjects.
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CJI DY Chandrachud bids adieu to Supreme Court: Top 5 crucial verdicts delivered by him
India | Nov 08, 2024, 06:18 PM ISTDiscover 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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CJI Chandrachud holds 'lawful' talks with AI lawyer, check viral conversation | VIDEO
India | Nov 07, 2024, 05:30 PM ISTIn a unique interaction during the inauguration of the National Judicial Museum and Archive, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud engaged in a conversation with an AI lawyer. The CJI posed questions on constitutional matters, including the legality of the death penalty in India.
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CJI DY Chandrachud responds to row over PM Modi’s visit to his home on Ganesh Puja
India | Oct 28, 2024, 03:04 PM ISTIn September, PM Modi attacked Congress, saying power-hungry and divisive forces “had a problem with Ganesh puja". PM Modi paid a visit to CJI's residence in Delhi on the occasion of Ganesh Puja, triggering a political row.
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Justice Sanjiv Khanna appointed as next Chief Justice of India, oath on THIS date
India | Oct 24, 2024, 11:56 PM ISTJustice Sanjiv Khanna is currently the seniormost judge in the apex court after CJI DY Chandrachud. Khanna also served as a judge in the Delhi High Court for 14 years before his elevation to the top court of the country.
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Who will succeed Chief Justice DY Chandrachud? This name emerges for top post in Supreme Court
India | Oct 17, 2024, 06:17 AM ISTJustice Sanjiv Khanna is currently the seniormost judge in the apex court after CJI DY Chandrachud. Khanna also served as a judge in the Delhi High Court for 14 years before his elevation to the top court of the country.
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'Law is not blind': Supreme Court unveils new 'symbol of justice' with blindfold removed | See pic
India | Oct 16, 2024, 09:04 PM ISTThe statue of Lady Justice has been redesigned to reflect a modernised version of justice in India. In the previous version, 'Lady Justice' was portrayed with a blindfold over her eyes. The new statue, however, has open eyes, symbolising that "justice is no longer blind".