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'No other source': Why Justice Abhay Oka says 'divine' or 'bovine' intervention has no place in Indian courts
December 30, 2025 12:18 pm
Judicial Independence India: Former Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka said judges have “taken oath under the Constitution” to decide issues in accordance with law and the Constitution.
'As sitting judge, don't talk to media': Ex- Supreme Court's Justice Abhay S Oka on environmental activism, admitting errors and why comedians are important
December 29, 2025 5:58 pm
Indian Supreme Court Reforms: At an Idea Exchange session, the former SC judge reflected on the apex court being Chief Justice-centric, judicial appointments, gender diversity in civil courts and entry-level pay for lawyers and underlined why sitting judges shouldn't be talking to the media.
Constitution Day of India 2025: Basic structure doctrine protected democracy in India, says former SC judge Abhay Oka
November 26, 2025 3:30 pm
National Constitution Day of India 2025: Former Supreme Court judge Justice Oka reflects on the 76th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution, saying it must be an independent subject in schools, taught through innovative methods, while stressing the need for a society that abides by the Constitution and the laws.
Judges being targeted for passing strong orders on environment: Justice Abhay Oka
October 30, 2025 9:25 am
Justice Abhay Oka statement, Article 25 environmental rights: Justice Oka lamented that only a few citizens showed “enthusiasm and courage” to take up environmental issues before the court due to lack of support from the society.
Delhi Air Pollution: How Supreme Court order on firecrackers, stubble burning offered a literal breath of fresh air in Delhi last year
October 14, 2025 8:42 pm
Supreme Court order on firecrackers, stubble burning: Last year, the Supreme Court took decisive action against Delhi NCR's worsening air pollution, enforcing strict measures and holding authorities accountable.
‘Nothing is perfect, need to evolve better system to replace Collegium: Justice Oka
August 09, 2025 1:39 am
The media, on the other hand, can mould public opinion and reflect on whether something was right or wrong, he said
From loudspeaker ban & pothole-free roads to mangrove protection: As Bombay HC judge, Justice Oka’s rulings shaped civic, environmental rights
May 23, 2025 11:50 pm
His landmark rulings on noise pollution, illegal hoardings, potholes, mangrove protection and Mahul’s air quality among others have set precedent for courts and authorities
Fiercely independent bar key to maintain independence of judiciary, says Justice Oka
February 17, 2025 1:00 am
Justice Oka also said, “I firmly believe that the judges themselves have the responsibility to ensure that the judiciary remains fiercely independent"
Abhay Shreeniwas Oka sworn in as Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court
May 10, 2019 8:12 pm
On the occasion, Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy, Bengaluru mayor Gangambike Mallikarjun, acting chief justice LNarayanaswamy and the director general of police Neelamani M Raju were present.
State supports all-India judicial service proposal: CM
April 16, 2014 12:59 pm
CHIEF Minister Prithviraj Chavan said Saturday Maharashtra supports Union governments All India Judicial Service proposal for recruitment of judges in subordinate judiciary.
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