Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Thursday indicated that the Supreme Court could consider judicial intervention over the closure of several Delhi Metro stations if the authorities failed to resolve the difficulties being faced by lawyers, court employees and others trying to reach the Supreme Court complex. The issue was raised at the beginning...
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has emphasized the growing importance of mediation in India’s dispute resolution framework, arguing that it should emerge as a preferred mechanism for resolving conflicts rather than being treated as a secondary option. At the same time, he expressed concern over the increasing procedural complexities and operational challenges confronting...
The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over the worsening narcotics situation in Punjab, describing the rise in drug-related crimes and addiction cases as “alarming” while strongly criticizing the state’s enforcement strategy. During a hearing linked to the functioning of special courts under stringent laws, the apex court urged authorities to focus on dismantling powerful...