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Three-year legal practice rule for judicial services could deter the brightest minds
June 08, 2025 5:36 pm
India already faces a chronic shortage of judges, especially at the district level. By restricting who can apply, this rule reduces the eligible talent pool even further
Knowledge Nugget: What is the importance of Nari Adalats under Mission Shakti for UPSC exam?
August 03, 2025 12:47 pm
As the government invites proposals from states to establish Nari Adalats under the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism, learn about the importance of ADR and Mission Shakti. Go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about Lok Adalats.
Who is responsible for the pendency in Indian courts?
February 17, 2025 11:53 am
Judiciary has taken steps for faster case disposal, but all stakeholders should reassess their approach
Indian justice system needs to be fair -- not just fast
December 03, 2024 1:39 pm
Categorising judges, on their disposal performance, could push them to choose cases that have a high likelihood of faster disposal. This might negatively impact the hearings of sensitive cases. Hasty judgments can increase the likelihood of appeals, further clogging the judiciary
V-P Dhankhar calls for neutralising 'anti-national' narrative regarding judiciary
March 29, 2024 10:03 pm
His remarks come close on the heels of more than 600 lawyers, writing to CJI D Y Chandrachud, alleging that a "vested interest group" is trying to put pressure on the judiciary and defame courts, especially in cases of corruption involving politicians.
Abhishek Manu Singhvi writes: Why the legal architecture of defection must be reimagined
March 06, 2024 11:03 pm
The existing legislation must be replaced to ensure anyone who changes party affiliation must resign and seek re-election
Chipping away at the Bench: The dangers of undermining the judiciary
March 01, 2024 9:51 am
As a society, we must recognise the critical importance of a strong, independent judiciary in safeguarding our democratic principles and constitutional rights
Express View: Rewriting the code
August 14, 2023 9:34 am
Proposed legislation on penal code signals a much-needed shift — but it is incomplete, raises questions. It must be debated rigorously
50 years of Kesavananda Bharati case and its legacy: How Supreme Court has invoked the basic structure doctrine over the years
April 25, 2023 8:41 am
Over the decades, the basic structure doctrine has been criticised repeatedly — for diluting the principle of separation of powers and undermining the sovereignty of Parliament, and as a vague and subjective form of judicial review.
Calibrated attempts being made to defame Indian judiciary, says Rijiju
March 05, 2023 7:21 am
Amid frequent run-ins between the Union government and the judiciary over appointment of judges, the law minister said differences may come…but that does not mean that the government is disregarding the judiciary and said there are misinterpretations.
INDIAN JUDICIAL SYSTEM VIDEOS
Disappointed with Delhi Police’s approach: Divyansh’s father
February 09, 2016 9:42 am
New Delhi, Feb 09 (ANI): Father of Divyansh, who was found dead in a septic tank of Ryan International School, said he is disappointed with the approach of Delhi Police towards the investigation. He added that the Delhi Police is investigating the case as a “mishappening” and not murder. He further said that he has complete faith in the Indian judicial system.
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