Know Your CJI Designate Justice Surya Kant who will take charge as the 53rd Chief Justice of India in November
Justice Surya Kant will take charge as Chief Justice with effect from 24-11-2025 and succeed CJI B.R. Gavai who will retire on 23-11-2025.
Chief Justice of India
CJI Gavai Delivers Lecture on the Role of Courts in Upholding the Rule of Law in Commercial Disputes
In a compelling lecture hosted by the British Institute of International and Comparative Law in collaboration with 39 Essex Chambers, Chief Justice of India, Justice BR Gavai, reflected on the judiciary’s vital role in safeguarding the rule of law, particularly in the context of resolving commercial disputes.
Supreme Court issues Circular on procedure to circulate Letters of Adjournment: Key Updates
On 19-05-2025, the Supreme Court released a new circular updating the procedures for circulating letters of adjournment of cases, following a letter from SCAORA to the newly appointed Chief Justice of India, Justice B.R. Gavai, on 14-05-2025.
Supreme Court Announces Partial Working Days: Full Details
The Supreme Court has officially replaced ‘summer vacation’ with ‘partial working days’ in the 2025 calendar.
Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai sworn in as 52nd Chief Justice of India
Justice Gavai’s elevation is a milestone moment in the history of Supreme Court as he will be the first Buddhist to hold the position of CJI and only the 2nd Chief Justice belonging to the Scheduled Caste community.
Upholding an unwavering commitment to the constitutional values, 51st CJI, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, retires
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, 51st Chief Justice of India, retires on 13-05-2025, after a distinguished tenure of 6 years at Supreme Court with 6 months as Chief Justice of India.
Justice BR Gavai reflects on Justice Ramana’s legacy at the Release of his book “Narratives off the Bench — A Judge Speaks”
In a heartfelt and deeply reflective speech, Justice BR Gavai shared his personal experiences and admiration for Justice NV Ramana, the former Chief Justice of India, during an event marking the release of Justice Ramana’s book published by EBC.
Justice Yashwant Varma Cash in House Row | 3- Member Committee submits report to CJI
The 3-Member Committee was constituted after reports surfaced that a huge pile of unaccounted cash amounting to Rs. 15 crores were found from the residence of Justice Varma.
Justice B.R. Gavai set to take oath as 52nd Chief Justice of India on 14th May
Justice Gavai, whose name for the position was recommended on 16-4-2025, will take over reins from Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who is set to retire on 13-5-2025 after a tenure of 6 months as 51st Chief Justice of India.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna recommends Justice B.R. Gavai as 52nd Chief Justice of India
Justice B.R. Gavai will become only the 2nd Chief Justice belonging to the Scheduled Caste community after Justice K.G. Balakrishnan.
Justice R.S. Pathak — A Centenary Tribute
by V. Sudhish Pai*
Insolvency Law Academy Fellowship Program
Insolvency Law Academy will confer Honorary Emeritus Fellowship to former, Chief Justice of India Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, and Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Hon’ble former Judge of Supreme Court of India for their contribution in insolvency
Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath of office as 51st Chief Justice of India
On 11-11-2024, President of India administered the oath of office to Justice Sanjiv Khanna who was elevated to the Supreme Court as Judge on 18-1-2019 and is due to retire on 13-5-2025, which means he will have a tenure of 6 months as Chief Justice of India.
50th Chief Justice of India Dr D.Y. Chandrachud Retires
Great expectations followed Dr Justice DY Chandrachud when he was elevated to the post of Chief Justice. As he retires, we take a look at his extensive tenure of 8 years in the Supreme Court, with 2 years being the 50th Chief Justice of India.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna set to take oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India on November 11
Justice Sanjiv Khanna was elevated to the Supreme Court on 18-1-2019 and is due to retire on 13-5-2024, which means he will have a tenure of almost 6 months as Chief Justice of India.
Who is Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the name recommended by CJI Chandrachud as his successor?
Justice Sanjiv Khanna’s name has been recommended as next Chief Justice of India as per the seniority rule.
Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice Vikram Nath
Justice Vikram Nath, a fourth-generation legal luminary and sitting Judge of the Supreme Court of India, is likely to become Chief Justice of India for seven months in 2027.
Centre notifies transfer of Justice Shamim Ahmed to Madras High Court
Justice Ahmed has been transferred from Allahabad High Court.
Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice J.B. Pardiwala
A 4th generation lawyer, Justice Jamshed Burjor Pardiwala assumed office as Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 09-05-2022 and is in line to become the Chief Justice of India in 2028. Justice Pardiwala is expected to serve a two-year and three months term as Chief Justice of India from 03-05-2028 to 11-08-2030.
Working of Master of Roster
by Shivani Srivastava* and Ashit Srivastava**