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Ayodhya, Gyanvapi, and Chandrachud’s controversies

The recent interview with former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud revealed a pattern. The former CJI would initially stick to the content of the verdict but then offer justifications that were absent or in conflict with the official judgments.

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Hafta letters: DY Chandrachud, Indo-China relations, pro-Russian posturing

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The Supreme Court’s revolving chair: A case for longer CJI tenures and reforms

Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai today took charge as the 52nd Chief Justice of India. His tenure will last barely seven months and is set to end on December 23. This is only slightly longer than that of the current CJI, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, whose term spanned about six months. By…

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Pune Bus Rape Case: Laws alone can't prevent crimes against women, says Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud

"Laws made for women should be implemented properly. Women should feel safe wherever they go," Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud said. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Literature sheds light on gaps in law, humanises it: Former CJI Chandrachud

The former Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, said that literature sheds light on the gaps in law and humanises it

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Ex-CJI Dr DY Chandrachud on BBC HARDtalk: India is economic powerhouse; A sound democracy

The former Chief Justice Dr DY Chandrachud faced tough questions on BBC HARDtalk. A must read on Dynamite News:

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Retired Justice V Ramasubramanian appointed as NHRC Chairperson

The Centre on Monday appointed retd Supreme Court Judge V Ramasubramaniam as the next Chairperson of NHRC. Read further on Dynamite News.

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DN Exclusive: Ex-CJI Chandrachud to be next Chairperson of NHRC

In an significant development, Ex-CJI Dr DY Chandrachud will be appointed as the next Chairperson of NHRC. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mosque-temple spat: Why has India’s Sambhal exploded into violent clashes?

Claims that a mosque was built over a temple stoked tensions, but India’s top court shares blame, say lawyers.

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South Central Ep 1: CJI Chandrachud’s legacy, Vijay in politics, Kerala’s WhatsApp group row

In the first episode, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna, and Leena Reghunath are joined by professor Anup Surendranath and Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri.

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Bulldozer Actions: 'State can't take arbitrary measures' - Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Wednesday came heavily on the arbitrary action by bulldozer and pronounced that the state and its officials can't take excessive measures against anybody without following the proper legal procedure. Read further on Dynamite News:

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FIR to be lodged against IAS Amarnath Upadhyay, guilty of Maharajganj 'bulldozer abuse'; UP CBCID to probe; NH, PWD, Revenue, Municipality and Dist Admin officials in the loop; Police too in trouble

The historic order of the Supreme Court in the bulldozer case is currently making headlines in the media across the country. It has been discussed loudly among the general public for many days. Due to the black deeds of the then DM Amarnath Upadhyay, many other senior officials of Maharajganj…

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Here is what CJI DY Chandrachud observed against bulldozer action on Manoj Tibrewal Aakash’ petition

The verdict was pronounced by the Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud-led three-judge bench on the petition of senior journalist Manoj Tibrewal Aakash. Here are some major observations by the CJI DY Chandrachud regarding this case. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Read full verdict of Supreme Court on Manoj Tibrewal Aakash petition in illegal bulldozer action

The Supreme Court pronounced a landmark verdict in the case of illegal demolition of house by bulldozers in Uttar Pradesh. This verdict has raised hopes of justice in many other people. Read full order of the Top Court in this report of Dynamite News:

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Supreme Court verdict sparks nationwide discussions; Fine imposed 1st time on state govt for bulldozer action

The verdict was pronounced by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud-led three-judge bench on the petition of senior journalist Manoj Tibrewal Aakash, has sparked discussions among the media and the general public alike. Read further on Dynamite News:

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VIDEO: Have a look at country's first National Judicial Museum and Archive in Supreme Court

Speaking at the inauguration of the museum, CJI Dr DY Chandrachud reflected on the importance of judicial institutions in delivering justice and protecting the fundamental rights of the citizens. Read further on Dynamite News:

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CJI Chandrachud inaugurates National Judicial Museum and Archive in SC

Chief Justice DY Chandrachud inaugurated National Judicial Museum and Archive (NJMA) at the Supreme Court. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Supreme Court slams UP Govt for demolition of Senior Journalist Manoj Tibrewal Aakash’ ancestral house; Orders Rs 25 lakh compensation and directs Chief Secretary to take criminal and departmental action against all errant officials within a month

Supreme Court delivered a historic judgment on Wednesday in a case involving the illegal demolition of senior journalist Manoj Tibrewal Aakash' ancestral house in Maharajganj district, UP, five years ago without following due legal process. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Not every private property can be acquired by Govt, rules Supreme Court

The verdict of the Top Court came on a batch of petitions that initially arose in 1992 and were subsequently referred to a nine-judge bench in 2002. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC upholds validity of UP Madarsa Act; Quashes Allahabad HC verdict

The Apex Court said that a law can be struck down for violation of fundamental rights under part III of the Constitution. Read further on Dynamite News:

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CJI meets Journalists on occasion of Diwali

CJI Chandrachud met with journalists in New Delhi on the occasion of Diwali. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Petitions relating to marital rape matter to be reheard after four weeks

Adjourning the hearing, a bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud said that the matter will be reheard after four weeks. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC to consider plea for statehood restoration in Jammu and Kashmir

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to list for hearing an application seeking direction for restoration of the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir within two months. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Justice Sanjiv Khanna proposed as next Chief Justice of India

Upon approval by the government, Justice Khanna will become the 51st Chief Justice of India. He is set to serve a tenure of six months, concluding on May 13, 2025, before his retirement. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Supreme Court notice to Centre, ECI on plea against freebies

A bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud issued notice to the Centre and poll panel and also tagged the petition along with pending cases. Read further on Dynamite News:

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