Supreme Court says it wants judges appointed as quickly as executive

Supreme Court says it wants judges appointed as quickly as executive

New Delhi: The appointment of Gyanesh Kumar (now CEC) and SS Sandhu as Election Commissioners 2023 – who were shortlisted, vetted and appointed within a day – was the focus of a hearing in India on Thursday. Supreme Courtwhich “expects” the government to show the same sense of urgency in appointing judges. The appointments of … Read more

Kejriwal’s attempt to seek recusal from Delhi High Court judge ‘unfortunate’: CM Rekha Gupta

Kejriwal's attempt to seek recusal from Delhi High Court judge 'unfortunate': CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday said AAP convener Arvind KejriwalThe attempt to seek the recusal of a High Court judge from hearing a case over GST policy is “unfortunate” and risks undermining public trust in democratic institutions.delhi high court Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma refused to recuse herself from hearing the liquor … Read more

MPs seek law to suspend judge facing serious charges

MPs seek law to suspend judge facing serious charges

NEW DELHI: DMK Rajya Sabha MPs have asked the government to introduce a legislation providing for suspension of judges facing serious charges against strong evidence, while stressing that impeachment is a complex process.Wilson said on Thursday’s “Zero Hour” program, “We must legislate a mechanism to suspend judges facing serious accusations based on solid evidence without … Read more