In a special hearing, CJI-led Bench erases HC judge’s comments challenging SC’s ‘superiority’
The Hindu
Chief Justice Chandrachud leads special sitting to expunge High Court judge's remarks challenging Supreme Court's position.
A Bench led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud and four senior-most judges of the apex court held a special sitting on Wednesday to expunge the remarks made by a High Court judge challenging the Supreme Court’s position at the top of the judicial hierarchy.
A video capturing the comments by Justice Rajbir Sehrawat of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, in court, was widely circulated on social media, compelling the Chief Justice of India to urge judges to exercise restraint and responsibility while making observations in the course of court proceedings.
The Chief Justice said livestreaming of court sessions was meant to provide citizens access to judicial proceedings, and not for judges to make unwarranted observations, lowering the dignity of the judicial system.
Chief Justice Chandrachud said the apex court had been pained by the observations made by Justice Sehrawat and had decided to take suo motu cognisance of them. The other judges on the Bench were Justices Sanjiv Khanna, B.R. Gavai, Surya Kant, and Hrishikesh Roy.
Although Attorney General R. Venkataramani and Solicitor General Tushar Mehta termed Justice Sehrawat’s observations as “serious transgressions” on judicial discipline, and even “aggravated contempt” of the Supreme Court, the Chief Justice-led Bench decided in favour of restraint.
The Chief Justice said that unlike aberrations such as this, an overwhelming majority of High Court judges worked with greater responsibility and restraint despite the huge workload.
The CJI said his Bench did not want to inadvertently harm the majesty of the High Courts, especially the Punjab and Haryana High Court, by making any comments or issuing notice in this case. Besides, a Division Bench headed by the Punjab and Haryana Chief Justice had already stayed Justice Sehrawat’s controversial order of July 17.
India criticizes UN human rights chief for unfounded comments on Kashmir and Manipur, emphasizing democracy and pluralism.
Yogi Adityanath swiftly managed the Maha Kumbh stampede, emphasizing crisis management and unity at the event.
Global survey reveals limited awareness of shingles among adults over 50, highlighting age-related health risks and complications.
General Motors on Monday announced the hiring of its first chief artificial intelligence officer.
Critics say the LA Times appears directionless, while it still paints itself as a national title with a West Coast perspective.
Telangana government auctions 400 acres near Hyderabad's IT Hub to meet resource needs, inviting bids for advisory consultant.
Canada to impose 25% tariffs on $155 billion of U.S. goods if Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods proceed.
The city’s civic body is all set to serve notices for recovery of long-pending service charges for prominent government buildings in the city, including Vidhana Soudha, that houses the State’s Secretariat and has an outstanding of ₹6.3 crore, as per Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike’s (BBMP) data.
Over 4.27 lakh students begin SSLC and Plus Two exams in Kerala, with various subjects and exam centers.
Discussion on major development projects, including drinking water, drainage, and parking systems, at the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee meeting.
Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu has stated that Godavari Pushkaralu will be conducted from July 23 to August 3, 2027.
Rising obesity rates in India, particularly among women in South Indian States, highlighted with BMI data and PM Modi's advice.
Special educator Soumya Devadiga selected as coach for Indian team in Special Olympics Winter Games in Italy.