Supreme Court of India Archives

Justice Joymalya Bagchi takes oath as Judge of Supreme Court of India

Justice Bagchi’s elevation to the Supreme Court was recommended by the Collegium on 06-03-2025 and his appointment was confirmed by the Centre on 10-03-2025.

Interviews

Making Law Accessible: Gaurav Kumar talks about Landmark SC Enrolment Fees Case

Interviewed by Khushi Kalyani Gautam

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Article 226 – Where Must the “Action” be Instituted?

by Spenta Havewala Kapadia*

Experts Corner Siddharth R Gupta

Summary of Landmark Constitution Bench Judgments of 2024 (Part II of III)

by Siddharth R. Gupta* and Uddaish Palya**

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A Critique of the Amal Satpathi Judgment: Supreme, but not Infallible

by Shubham Priyadarshi*

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Know Thy Judge | Justice Surya Kant: Journey from bustling town of Hisar to the Supreme Court of India

Justice Surya Kant embarked on a remarkable journey that saw him rise from humble beginnings to being the Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court and ultimately the Judge of the Supreme Court of India.

Interviews

Lessons in Law and Diplomacy: A Conversation with George Pothan Poothicote

Interviewed by Ashutosh Verma

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Crafting a Lasting Legacy in ADR and Legal Aid, Justice Hrishikesh Roy, retires

Justice Hrishikesh Roy is known for his notable contributions to the causes of alternative dispute settlement and legal aid.

Experts Corner Numen Law Offices

Strengthening Our Insolvency Regime: The Answer Lies Within

by Arush Khanna* and Swetalana Rout**

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Justice C.T. Ravikumar retires; the Judicial Odyssey of a Zoology graduate to the Supreme Court of India

Justice C.T. Ravikumar’s journey from a young graduate in Zoology to a distinguished judge of the Supreme Court exemplifies his dedication, passion, and exceptional legal prowess and serves as an inspiration for aspiring legal professionals.

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Exclusive Jurisdiction and Anti-Suit Injunctions: Lessons from the Recent UKSC Judgment in UniCredit

by Ankit Handa*

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Know Thy Judge | Justice Satish Chandra Sharma – Supreme Court of India

Following a meticulous assessment of the qualifications, integrity, capabilities and giving due consideration to a range of factors, the President appointed Justice Satish Chandra Sharma as Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 09-11-2023.

Case Briefs High Courts

Lawyers’ Strike| MP HC discharges Bar Council members of contempt proceedings following an unconditional apology

In the instant matter, the State Bar Council of MP issued a communication calling on lawyers in the State to abstain from judicial work in order to protest against the High Court’s scheme mandating the disposal of 25 oldest cases every quarter.

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Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice B.R. Gavai

Recapitulating the career trajectory of eminent Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice B.R Gavai, who is in line to become only the second Chief Justice of India belonging to Scheduled Caste category after Justice K.G. Balakrishnan.

Events/Webinars News

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

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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.